Ann-Margret Recieves the Bob Hope Excellence in Entertainment Award

Ann-Margret was honored with this years Bob Hope Excellence In Entertainment Award at the Congressional Medal of Honor Freedom Gala. I was privledged to edit this tribute and able to use a shot of my dad and Ann-Margret from when they stopped off at Midway Island in 1968. Dad is the young Air Force Captain standing next to Ann-Margret with a plane in the background.

[@pizzmelizz]

In 1969 Ann-Margret pulled my father up on the stage, sat on his lap, and sang to him at a USO concert in Vietnam. I wish there was a video of that. He still says it was one of the all-time highlights of his life!

[@timebandit3478]

God bless the Bob Hopes and Ann Margaret's of the world. Who gave tirelessly to the men and women in harms way. There is a special place for them.

[@highie]

I am 64 and Ann-Margret was my role model when I was a young girl. In 05 & 06 I got the chance to see her perform in Vegas and both times I was given the chance to go back stage and meet her and her husband Roger. We hugged, she was so sweet and she looked beautiful. She will be 70 next month. During her shows she always mentions our soldiers past and present and all that they have done for us.

[@moonglow1311]

I've always loved Ann- Margaret. Beautiful woman, human being, her movies, singing, dancing and a great humanitarian. Still is a gorgeous woman today!!!!

[@60viking]

I met her in 66 on the ranger and we really had a awesome time. She's one of the worlds best personalities.

[@johnsteelman1410]

Hello, I was in Vietnam when Ann Margret was over there...there was photos of her made during that time...I saw some of them but did not actually meet her...this was around 1966 thru 1967....John Steelman from North Carolina.

[@CountryWilly]

I love Ann Margaret one classy lady

[@sweetbilly]

Ann Margret's an angel from God. Never was a more beautiful woman!

[@4287sabrina]

Happy 70th Birthday Ann-Margret . You are an amazing woman. An excellent entertainer and just have it all. You have always shared your joy with the Veterens and they have always appreciated it!!!!

[@andrewsmith941]

Worth Your Time to Read. Richard, (my husband), never really talked a lot about his time in Viet Nam, other than he had been shot by a sniper. However, he had a rather grainy, 8 x 10 black and white photo he had taken at a USO show of Ann Margret with Bob Hope in the background that was one of his treasures. A few years ago, Ann Margaret was doing a book signing at a local bookstore. Richard wanted to see if he could get her to Sign the treasured photo so he arrived at the bookstore at 12 o'clock for the 7:30 signing. When I got there after work, the line went all the way around the bookstore, circled the parking lot, and disappeared behind a parking garage. Before her appearance, bookstore employees announced that she would sign only her book and no memorabilia would be permitted. Richard was disappointed, but wanted to show her the photo and let her know how much those shows meant to lonely GI's so far from home.. Ann Margaret came out looking as beautiful as ever and, as second in line, it was soon Richard's turn. He presented the book for her signature and then took out the photo. When he did, there were many shouts from the employees that she would not sign it. Richard said, "I understand. I just wanted her to see it." She took one look at the photo, tears welled up in her eyes and she said, "This is one of my gentlemen from Viet Nam and I most certainly will sign his photo. I know what these men did for their country and I always have time for 'my gentlemen.'' With that, she pulled Richard across the table and planted a big kiss on him. She then made quite a to-do about the bravery of the young men she met over the years, how much she admired them, and how much she appreciated them. There weren't too many dry eyes among those close enough to hear. She then posed for pictures and acted as if he were the only one there. That night was a turning point for him. He walked a little straighter and, for the first time in years, was proud to have been a Vet. I'll never forget Ann Margaret for her graciousness and how much that small act of kindness meant to my husband. Later at dinner, Richard was very quiet. When I asked if he'd like to talk about it, my big, strong husband broke down in tears.. ''That's the first time anyone ever thanked me for my time in the Army,'' he said. I now make it a point to say 'Thank you' to every person I come across who served in our Armed Forces. Freedom does not come cheap and I am grateful for all those who have served their country. If you'd like to pass on this story, feel free to do so. Perhaps it will help others to become aware of how important it is to acknowledge the contribution our service people make.

[@marcelohughes]

Absolutely lovely story!!!!!

[@connienichols3422]

That's a beautiful story. Thanks for sharing with us.

[@jmason2838]

Hi - just my humble opinion .. Ms. Ann - ***Margret*** has been a woman of compassion and kindness for as long as I can remember ...God Bless your Brave Husband for All his Service🕴️🤝👋👏 to the Armed Forces 💪🤳👍👍❤️🇺🇸🗽❤️ in the name of Precious Freedom 🇺🇸.❤️🇺🇸.. Her abundant kindness does not surprise me .. So Glad she did that .. Much Respect she has for all U.S. Military troops ..I have Much Respect for her Respect towards them .. It only raises her Beloved Status in my Heart❤️.. So Happy for her defiant actions against the greedy ,selfish , elitist creeps not wanting any memoribilia signed...Good For Her !! It's her book signing , she will sign what she wants to sign - it's HER EVENT - SO THERE - DEAL WITH IT , CREEPS !!!😝😆😆🖕 She did what her Heart told her to do .. I just Love her absolutely wonderful heart.. A.M. is a National Treasure. And a gift to the whole world🌍🌎🌏🌐Hail to the Queen .. .. Long Live Queen Ann - Margret Olsson 💪🤳👸🏼..The Best Gift Sweden ever gave us.. Thank You , Sweden 🌍!🥂☕☕

[@rayszymarek2920]

I was in Viet Nam in 1966 and saw Ann Margret she is the American Hero. Like many service men we respect her. Not like Hanoi Jane who demonstrated against us and today she is still demonstrating Ann Margaret the true American who went above and beyond to share the love and compassion of the U S Armed Forces. God Bless Ann Margaret.

[@evastegeby198]

I am so proud of her too,because she was born in Sweden,and I give Thanks to Ann Margret of all my heart!!

[@randallerickson175]

She is NOT demonstrating. She has acknowledged her mistakes and has apologized, but unfortunately too many people are incapable of forgiving and only want to read or listen to stations or podcasts that help them continue to hate.

[@juniorjohnson9509]

@@randallerickson175 A fake apology from someone who cannot stnd the fact that she is no longer relevant in show business.

[@user-dr4mv9wm9r]

JANE FONDA said recently that Covid 19 was a godsend for the democrats………facts…….

[@thejerseyj9422]

As time goes on our love and admiration for people like Bob Hope and Ann-Margret just grows and grows. She could do it all. Sing, dance, act and as a biker I have a special love for this woman who could ride like the wind. Indian Larry was famous for standing on the seat of his bike going down the highway. Ann-Margret could DANCE on it.

[@sfremgen]

I missed seeing her in Da Nang; couldn't manage to get over to Freedom Hill that day. Ann-Margret is such a special lady; she has a place in all the hearts of the Vietnam Vets, too. Semper Fi!

[@autumnstevens8715]

Thanks so much Ann you are awesome!!

[@troymills9437]

I got to see Ann at a USO show in San Francisco in the early '80s. She was fabulous.

[@marcelohughes]

Im 24, and reading all your comments about Ann I am crying, I love you guys!!!!

[@60vanbaker]

Thank you Ann for all you have done for us. I saw you 12/27/68 Utapao RTN Thailand xoxoxo

[@maryhooper786]

This is beautiful. God bless you Anne

[@HJWins]

I was fortunate to be at the show in DaNang in 1968, She stole the show.

[@bama1usaf]

Thank you brother

[@alschuckert]

Ann-Margret is the opposite of Hanoi Jane. She brought hope and joy to these guys...

[@jude1515]

Yup, she is a class act.

[@kenbrown438]

Ann Margaret , Bob HOPE , Jerry Colona , Les Brown and his BAND of Renown , and the Gold Diggers , Guam '68 ( 605th MASS - MAC ) !!!!

[@MicheleMJJ]

Such a beautiful and talented lady. Kind and humble woman. Love all her movies.

[@daris89]

Thank you for making this video. I'm 21 and learned a lot about Vietnam veterans thru this lovely lady and her contribution to our soldiers. Ann-Margret is a great role-model for young women and girls of today! She's such a special person full of charisma and beauty inside and out! I'd love to meet her one day.

[@AnnMargretFan]

I ADORE ANN-MARGRET !! Thanks for sharing this!

[@danpfd]

Don't you wish there were stars like Ann-Margret today? These so called celebrities nowadays could learn alot from this beautiful, classy, talented (and sexy!) woman.

[@60viking]

I know , remember Kelly Pickler went to far east so there's one anyhow, who else I wonder.

[@cacornhusker2940]

@@60viking USO Shows, Hollywood Patriotism and "giving back" ended when Bob Hope turned 90 something. even during the tumultuous 60's and 70's, Bob got Ann Margaret, Barbara Eden, Raquel Welch, Joey Heatherton, Connie Stevens, and sooo many more to risk their lives and fly into warzones to entertain our troops and show them some love. Ann and the rest of these wonderful women are'nt "celeberities", they're people. i hope my grandkids see me as a giving person, they're not learning it anywhere else.

[@garyschreckengost2925]

There's still a few who do , you don't hear much about it.

[@VIDEOFREAK076]

This is a great video. Thanks for sharing it. I love this woman.

[@davidoverholt251]

Ann Margret was the dream girl!

[@1949man]

ALWAYS love her..Semper Fi.

[@johnsteelman1410]

Hello, I saw Bob Hope in Myrtle Beach , SC a few tears ago...he did a show with singer B.J. Thomas John from North Carolina.

[@HorseshoeBeach]

Thanks so much Ann. Millions of service men! She deserves to be Honored. 2:43...touching. Lifetime of service. You're a sweetheart.

[@sagebludog]

fantastic! truly a legend for so many reasons. and smoking hot!

[@lostboat3]

Thanks Ann and Bob . Saw your show from a gurney in Da Nang. THANKS

[@cacornhusker2940]

she glows. always has and always will. she has natural beauty, but she also radiates happiness and that's the most wonderful trait anyone can have...and it's FREE.

[@randyjohnson6845]

If I had a time machine I would go back and get a space on the new Jersey and watch ann Margaret and Bob hope. That would be incredible

[@rc2464]

Love this lady then and now. What a great American patriot she is.

[@tooold8318]

Thank you Ann for all you done for us military's guys and women we 😘

[@JFKBungart]

Ann-Margret is my all-time celebrity crush. And she is still gorgeous. And classy and talented.

[@schallrd1]

Respect for her dedication to the guys serving our country overseas.

[@wandarask8444]

God bless all our service members You go Ann Margaret Love Australia

[@randyjohnson805]

Good lord Ann Margaret dancing with Bob on the number one gun turret

[@Gary-xg9px]

Truly American heroes. Ann Margret and Bob Hope.😊

[@xios2000]

I saw her and Bob Hope in the USO show in Vietnam in 68....

[@itinerantpatriot1196]

You can tell her love for the troops is genuine. I have always admired her so much for her work with the USO. And now that I know she flew first class on the Herc (C-130), one of the best plane's ever built, I love her even more. I can picture her red hair blending in with the red troop seats. As an old Herc Crew Chief I would have loved to have been on that flight, engine trouble and all. How cool!

[@vincentkellygonzales5403]

Ann-Margret true class

[@peggysuedavis4107]

Love her! One awesome woman.

[@bama1usaf]

CLASS

[@germaineprien7691]

That is one CLASSY lady!!!🙌🙋‍♀️🙆‍♀️🙅‍♀️

[@DD-bn2mx]

God Bless her

[@DD-bn2mx]

all had talent and could dance in the old days

[@chuckweber7402]

Thanks alot for this video. I was in Long Binh in 1968 and really enjoyed the USO Show. Thank you 😊 💓 ❤❤

[@freedomination2]

She was a rare bird!

[@williamsmith8790]

Love Bob Hope. He was up there on stage “pimp walking” before 8 Ball and MJG were born.

[@Joez86]

Class act

[@davidoverholt251]

These were the stars that I remember, where and why are the new talent of today not posting and serving our troupes on these USO Tours?

[@jamespaugh5686]

I believe that country music stars are the biggest supporters and entertainment for the USO.

[@garyschreckengost2925]

There are some who still do, doesn't get the recognition it should.

[@geraldineshaw290]

Beautiful ❤️ Lady

[@wolfgangzrx]

Damn I'm balling like baby!

[@johnnygross4415]

Super lady

[@RomualdoMellado]

Maravillosa mujer, actriz y patriota.

[@amelia2770]

❤Such a big heart🙏

[@willieboy8798]

thanks for posting....

[@Kimosbie1]

Ann Merger at and Bov=b Hope!! She will commit to this again!!! 111

[@twinsylvia17]

I love me some Ann! She was so dog on hot!! I wonder if Elvis looked at her shows on TV!

[@twinsylvia17]

FRED Sanchez-Hall well said!! Fred!!!

[@twinsylvia17]

FRED Sanchez-Hall did u block me on facebook? I couldn't chat with u on messagers?

[@lorenstevens8693]

The BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jakespur6094]

“Bone spurs” did not prevent these heroes from serving the country they love. Nor did “bone spurs” prevent the global treasure known by one name from serving her “gentlemen”. Thank you Ann-Margret.

[@realcoolbreeze]

Great heart and patriot.

[@Mike-fp5rc]

Girls of today take note; this is how you can be sexy as hell without being tacky and sleazy.

[@willieboy8798]

and tougher than a a two bit steak..... we saw her many times with Elvis in Memphis on a Harley Electroglide...big white one......standing there pumping gas just down the street from Graceland.. car full of kids and she was smiling and waving to us, they were coming off the interstate. those were the simple days.....

[@stephenchristian5739]

god bless u AM wll he has in spades hasn't he folks! A TRUE PATRIOT ANN MARGRET

[@dropzonemonkey]

Hero cause she didnt have to be there !

[@woodscw50]

the walk a marine 52 years father to Ann our brothers the war @ bob hope familys .

[@tedsmith1295]

classy

[@rustyspiker3569]

68 on the Hancock Christmas show.❤️

[@mikecummings6593]

National Treasure

[@donsabartes6946]

God bless her. She's the exact opposite of hanoi Jane.

[@francisbombardier6490]

A great woman

[@dorashelton18]

Hey, I was on Midway for that show also. I was 8, My Dad was stationed on Midway. I will always remember how the whole island showed up for them. I was in the second grade then. Any chance we knew each other after all it was a very small island.

[@billhodges3723]

What a WOMAN

[@h2ofield]

The 'one thumbs down' needs to be sent to a war zone!

[@ricknichols4548]

Hey Richard. I was there. I was 8 and in the second grade. Did you live in Sandspur Village? I am sure we and our parents crossed paths! Are you a member of Midway Island Residents on Facebook? Please feel free to reach out to me in a email. I would love to know if our families were close.

[@danacross3427]

Jane who?

[@ML-sy3bn]

They just don't make them like that any more.

[@scottjulie27]

Ann fucking Margaret!!!!!!! (SIGH)!!!!!!!! :))))))

[@muirhouseterrace]

What about the fur? I din't even see a whisker.

[@tonydownunder5703]

They don't make people like that anymore !!

[@jeanmichaels8686]

I before E except after C.

[@onghai81]

In vietnam my

[@MaryOpel]

Take a lesson from Miss Margaret Hanoa Jane

[@ValTheGal1960]

TOP THAT , PRISCILLA PRESLEY!! She doesn't NEED her deceased husbands name for people to know WHO she is, unlike yourself!!!!

[@yolamontalvan9502]

That’s torture. That’s like showing a juice steak to very hungry dogs. That’s evil.

[@jrnumex9286]

USO shows a waste of time then and now. crush the enemy and get home. any questions?

[@arnoldhenry]

It never was a waste of time. I hate to have somebody who never served a day in the armed forces and say s**t about something dear to many veterans. If it wasn't for the USO, we wouldn't have any entertainment at all. While you could go to the movies or to a concert, us veterans and active duty are protecting you so you can go and do almost anything you want to. Until you can walk in my shoes, shut the hell up and keep your comments to yourself!

[@mikewrasman5103]

You are a waste. Why don't you move to Cuba ,Venezuela or North Korea, you unpatriotic crumbs!!!!!!! I'm sure that the armed forces veterans would want to take a free shot at you, loser!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@arnoldhenry]

@@mikewrasman5103 I'm a Navy veteran. I served my country proudly. I lost friends in Beirut when a suicide bomber ran into the barracks because they didn't want Americans in their country. Those Navy and Marines were part of the UN peacekeeping force with other nations. You're the loser, pal. You rather party with friends and protest than being proud wearing an uniform of the United States military. I'm damn proud and I'll do it again!