Ep 3. Dana Carvey, Tracee Ellis Ross, Anthony Anderson

Dana Carvey, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Anthony Anderson join regular judges Will Arnett and Ken Jeong for the third episode of The Gong Show's reboot. The iconic variety show, hosted by comedian Mike Myers in character as Tommy Maitland, continues to offer a platform for quirky and bizarre acts. From a dancing carrot to a human firecracker, contestants compete for a chance to win $2,000 and the opportunity to perform in the final round for a grand prize of $50,000.

As always, the judges are armed with their giant red gong, ready to interrupt any act they deem unworthy. Dana Carvey, known for his impressions and characters on Saturday Night Live, brings his signature humor to the panel. Tracee Ellis Ross and Anthony Anderson, co-stars on the hit show Black-ish, offer their unique perspectives and wit.

One of the first acts of the night is a father-daughter duo performing a dramatic reading of the classic song "Baby Shark". Will Arnett is visibly amused, but Anthony Anderson is less impressed and is quick to hit the gong. The next act, a unicyclist juggling knives and fire, leaves the judges on the edge of their seats. The act culminates in a spectacular finale, prompting Ken Jeong to exclaim, "He's the Daenerys Targaryen of the unicycle!"

A standout contestant is a woman dressed in a giant hamster ball, rolling across the stage while playing a ukulele. Her original song, "Rollin' In My Ball", is surprisingly catchy, prompting Dana Carvey to declare it "the breakout hit of the summer." Another memorable act involves a man juggling three chainsaws, with a wooden block between his legs. Despite the high stakes, he remains calm and composed, wowing the audience and judges.

One of the funniest acts of the night is a duo performing a synchronized swimming routine. The catch? They're both wearing inflatable shark costumes. Their hilarious and unexpected performance has the judges in stitches, making it a clear crowd favorite. Other highlights include a man performing a strip tease while playing the harmonica, and a contortionist fitting his entire body through a tennis racket.

As the show comes to a close, Tommy Maitland announces the three acts who will move on to the final round. The judges reveal their scores, which are kept secret until this moment, and the audience waits in anticipation. The final acts include a group of dancers dressed as traffic cones, a tap-dancing man in an inflatable sumo suit, and a man dressed as a carrot dancing to hip-hop music. It's anyone's guess who will take home the grand prize.

Overall, episode three of The Gong Show offers another night of bizarre and entertaining acts, with plenty of jokes and commentary from the judges. Dana Carvey, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Anthony Anderson bring their own unique flair to the table, making for a fun and lively episode. Whether you're a fan of talent shows or just in the mood for some off-the-wall entertainment, The Gong Show is sure to deliver.