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He elaborates that cigarettes held an addictive grip on him, despite loving their scent and the feeling they provided—something he admits points to a darker side of human dependency and even darkness within himself. Interestingly, he mentions Johnny Carson's battle with smoking, particularly how the legendary host’s health deteriorated due to cigarettes, which served as a catalyst for his own quitting journey. The narrative underscores how addiction can lead even the most iconic figures to a slow demise, such as Carson's decline into health problems and lung issues.