A lately resurfaced video clip from The Carol Burnett Present, Tearjerker Theater – It’s a Pretty Story, options the basic trio of Carol Burnett, Harvey Korman, and Lyle Waggoner at their finest. The skit begins with Vicki Lawrence setting the stage, & introducing the ‘Pretty’ story of two younger lovers, solely to showcase their hilarious story 10 years after marriage.
Because the scene shifts to the couple’s residence, Oliver, performed by Harvey Korman, returns from work, searching for solace within the arms of his spouse, Jinny. However that is no unusual romance; Carol Burnett’s portrayal of Jinny, together with her quick pink gown and ponytails, attracts uproarious laughter from the viewers.
Jinny’s overly enthusiastic love for her husband results in comedian escapades all through their residence. Whether or not dismissing a employed band, hiding of their home, or Jinny playfully smothering Oliver with affection, the loving however relentless spouse retains the viewers in stitches.
Oliver’s makes an attempt to search out peace are met with playful interruptions and intelligent wit. His comparability of Jinny’s kisses to residing with Rely Dracula solely provides to the sketch’s appeal, as does her clinging to him like a child chimp.
The humor unfolds as Oliver’s need for meals and relaxation is constantly thwarted by Jinny’s evasive antics. Her omnipresence within the cabinet or exterior the window provides one other layer of amusement to their home escapades.
The sketch reaches a climax when Oliver decides to go away his loving spouse in a bid for freedom. Nonetheless, Jinny’s playful ploy of feigning illness with twinkling mischief in her eyes swiftly attracts him again, weaving an much more endearing chapter of their love story.
The intelligent spouse calls Dr. Don (Lyle Waggoner) on the phone and faints immediately, making everybody chuckle. Instantly, in comes the Physician apologizing for being late. Once more, the viewers can’t assist however snort uncontrollably.
As Dr. Don, Lyle Waggoner impresses the viewers along with his suave look and witty dialogues & additional enriches the comedian sketch. Jinny’s nonchalant response to his inquiries and the following antics surrounding CPR add to the laughter.
Oliver just isn’t very happy with Dr. Don giving Jinny the CPR (kissing) and, in playful jealousy, asks him to maneuver away. Nonetheless, Jinny dramatically collapses, telling him Dr. Don giving her the CPR (kiss) might have saved her, ending the comedian skit.
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