Holiday Greetings from 'The Ed Sullivan Show'

The Ed Sullivan Show went off the air right around my 1st birthday. Knowing it is an iconic part of television history, I was happy to run across this holiday special so I could see at least a little bit of what I missed.

Like any other variety show, there is really something for everyone. I didn't expect a masterpiece, but it did give a good idea of what a viewer could expect if they were watching one of his original shows through the years. Nice bit of nostalgia, but if you are expecting every part of it to be holiday related, you may be disappointed. I love Bob Newhart, and I really thought he was a good choice as host given the "buttoned-up" nature of Ed Sullivan.

It fits the bill for those who miss the original show, and those who never got to watch but are interested.

As a Christmas Special, Bob Newhart presents a collection of performances from the Ed Sullivan Show. Performers include Elvis Presley, Johnny Mathis, Nancy Sinatra, Paul Anka, Jim Henson and Della Reese.

Nostalgic. Includes some great and often famous performances from the Ed Sullivan Show.

Only disappointment is that not all the songs/acts are Christmas-related. So, if you're watching this to help the Christmas vibe, some of the acts will miss the mark.

I'm watching this 27 years after the special was filmed, 71 years after some of the acts were filmed. Still getting a kick out of it. Trying not to get too sentimental.