Bing Crosby and Bob Hope Steal the Spotlight in Carol Burnett’s Hilarious “Fan Girl” Sketch

The Carol Burnett Show holds a special place in our memories for a reason. Carol Burnett, Harvey Korman, and Vicki Lawrence formed a comedy trio with unmatched chemistry, turning ordinary evenings into unforgettable laugh-filled experiences that still resonate today.

One especially memorable segment shows this comedic magic at its best, featuring Peggy (Carol), an overly enthusiastic waitress who suddenly finds herself face-to-face with none other than Bing Crosby and Bob Hope. The sketch begins with Peggy daydreaming about meeting a celebrity while working at a high-end restaurant, unaware that her fantasy is about to come true in the most chaotic way.

Her coworker Gladys (Vicki Lawrence) teases her for missing earlier stars like Paul Newman and John Wayne. But Peggy’s world turns upside down when Bing Crosby arrives with his friend Sherwin (Harvey Korman). The moment they sit at her table, Peggy’s excitement explodes — and the real comedy begins as she realizes she is serving one of her all-time idols.

Unable to contain her enthusiasm, Peggy repeatedly interrupts their attempts to place an order, dramatically exclaiming, “Bing Crosby… Binggggg Crosby… Binggggggg Crosby!” Crosby fires back without missing a beat: “You’re right all three times!” The entire studio bursts into laughter as Peggy’s starstruck energy spirals into full comedic chaos.

Peggy soon transforms into the ultimate superfan, listing off Crosby’s biographical details with dizzying enthusiasm — from his birthplace to his time with “The Rhythm Boys,” and even recalling his 1936 hit “Pennies from Heaven.” She mimics his singing style with hilarious accuracy, leaving the audience roaring as Crosby chuckles his way through her wild devotion.

As her excitement builds, Peggy boldly asks Crosby for a souvenir — specifically, the knife he touched. In peak comedic form, Crosby hands her the entire cutlery set, declaring, “You can have the whole set!” The gesture sends the room into hysterics as Peggy nearly vibrates with delight.

Not done yet, Peggy eyes Crosby’s pipe next, only to settle for the ashes when he gently refuses. The audience can’t stop laughing as she clings to every scrap connected to her idol. Even while signing an autograph, Peggy fusses over him, feeding him salad from another table — a moment so absurd that the studio practically shakes with laughter.

When Crosby claims he has no photos, Peggy confidently announces that she always brings her own. Camera in hand, she snaps picture after picture, proudly capturing every possible angle. By now, even Crosby can’t hide his amusement, fully embracing the wild adoration being thrown his way.

As Peggy finally begins to calm down, she spots the perfect opportunity to add even more sparkle to the moment — by bringing Bob Hope into the scene. With a playful glint in her eye, she shifts her excitement toward him, ready to unleash her next wave of enthusiastic adoration.

Hope, always the sharp comedian, greets her with a perfectly delivered one-liner: “I’m just around looking for work, and I’m glad you found some for me.” The room erupts with laughter as Peggy beams, thrilled beyond words to be interacting with both of her heroes at once.

Hope then fires off another classic zinger toward Crosby: “You look wonderful! Did you come right from the plasters?” The playful banter sends the audience over the edge. Watching these two legends exchange effortless wit while Carol’s chaotic energy swirls around them is pure comedic gold.

Moments like this remind us why the Carol Burnett Show remains timeless. With the pitch-perfect chemistry of Carol Burnett, Harvey Korman, and Vicki Lawrence — combined with the effortless charm of icons like Bing Crosby and Bob Hope — this sketch stands as one of the show’s unforgettable treasures, still capable of making viewers laugh decades later.