Des O'Connor Tonight

- Season 3

(1980)

"If I get cocky, you tell me, Des", asks Terry Wogan in his first appearance on the show. As well as both men stopping the other from singing, there's also music from Helen Shapiro, and the return of US comedian Tom Dreesen.

Des introduces the singing and impressions of Marilyn Michaels, and welcomes back Kip Addotta, who advocates a return to yelling and getting angry. To end the show, Des gets to duet with Vera Lynn.

Bernie Winters relives his earliest days in showbusiness, including a time he was so beset with nerves he forgot his act. Also appearing is comedian David Letterman, while Des gets to duet with Pearly Gates.

Des introduces the musical comedy of Pete Barbutti, including his nose piano playing, cigar music and jazz broom. Also appearing is Lorraine Chase, while Larry Grayson brings along some of his theatre notices.

Des introduces songs and laughter with Bobby Kelton, Dana and double act Little and Large.

Des ends his third series with guests all new to the show: US actor and comedian Ronnie Schell, singer Iris Williams and a man who goes back to the 1950s with Des: Dickie Henderson.