Barbara, however, never worked as a showgirl. But go ahead, try to picture it. OK, let's move on. On the upside, the audience got nice views of backsides. And between the hot lights and the lotion, it might have eliminated some of those pesky tan lines.
Nothing says dedication like a dancing showgirl in a flustered embrace with a flabbergasted oboist.
To ignore it, after all, would be like trying to ignore that proverbial elephant in your living room. Just try to picture it. Well, on second thought, go back to picturing Barbara Walters. These are simply little blips in the long history of a legendary show. Just don't bring suntan lotion.