Tim Conway’s humor was like a secret handshake—only a select few could keep it together in his presence, and Harvey Korman wasn’t one of them. There’s something timelessly funny about watching two comedy legends try—and fail—not to crack up, and ‘The Carol Burnett Show’ delivered that magic in every sketch.
Tim and Harvey had a chemistry that made even their mishaps unforgettable. Picture Tim as a dentist accidentally stabbing himself with a scalpel in ‘The Dentist,’ leaving Harvey in a fit of tears from laughter. Or in ‘The Oldest Doctor,’ where one word—“Koala”—said in Tim’s exaggerated drawl had Harvey dissolving into giggles. Even in ‘The Oldest Dresser,’ a slow-motion buttoning scene turned into a riot. The humor was infectious, and their inability to keep a straight face became part of the charm.
Tim Conway’s “Koala” Moment Had Harvey Korman Laughing Until He Cried.
The first image shows Tim Conway and Harvey Korman mid-sketch, with Harvey barely holding it together as Tim grins mischievously. The chemistry between them radiates off the screen, a testament to their comedic bond.
In another sketch, Tim’s old-man routine escalates as he slowly shuffles while Harvey tries his best to stay composed. His deliberate slowness and sly delivery of “Koala” are comedic genius, leaving Harvey in fits of laughter yet again.
The final image captures Tim’s iconic “Old Man” character being carried off on a clothing rack, with Harvey’s laughter-filled grin lighting up the moment. It’s the kind of humor that makes you feel like you’re in on the joke.
Share this video because laughter like this is timeless and infectious, a reminder that even the pros couldn’t resist the joy of their craft.
