953 nut 51,015 #1 Posted December 24, 2016 12-24-1972 Bob Hope gives his last show in Vietnam Comedian Bob Hope gives what he says is his last Christmas show to U.S. servicemen in Saigon. Hope was a comedian and star of stage, radio, television, and over 50 feature films. Hope was one of many Hollywood stars who followed the tradition of travelling overseas to entertain American troops stationed abroad. The 1972 show marked Hope’s ninth consecutive Christmas appearance in Vietnam. 9 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites