The Carol Burnett Show Season 3 Episode 23 with Ronnie Schell, Nancy Wilson
- March 16, 1970
In the 23rd episode of season 3 of The Carol Burnett Show, guests Ronnie Schell and Nancy Wilson join Carol for another hilarious hour of comedy and music. Opening the show, Carol and company perform a musical tribute to the city of San Francisco before welcoming Ronnie Schell to the stage. Ronnie entertains the audience with his stand-up comedy routine, receiving plenty of laughs and applause.
Next up, Carol and Vicki perform a skit about two old friends who haven't seen each other in years. Things quickly go awry when they realize they don't remember each other's names. Meanwhile, Harvey plays a radio DJ, and Tim Conway plays an advertising executive pitching a ridiculous product idea.
After a commercial break, Carol and Nancy Wilson take the stage to perform a lovely duet of "Blues in the Night." Nancy then sings a solo rendition of "My Heart Went Doody," accompanied by the show's talented orchestra.
In another skit, Carol and Tim play two strangers on a park bench who strike up an awkward conversation before realizing they have nothing in common. Meanwhile, Harvey performs a silly monologue about a man trying to retrieve his toupee from a farm animal.
Later in the show, Carol and company perform a funny parody of the classic film "Gone with the Wind," featuring Carol as Scarlett O'Hara and Harvey as Rhett Butler. Vicki also sings a solo number, "Is That All There Is?" before the show closes with a musical number featuring Carol, Nancy and the cast.
Overall, this episode of The Carol Burnett Show is filled with the hilarious skits, musical numbers, and standout performances that made the series a beloved classic of 1970s television. Fans of comedy, music, and great entertainment won't want to miss this episode!