Ken Jeong Takes Part in FOX’s ‘A Christmas Story Live!’

Ken Jeong has joined FOX’s upcoming live musical program “A Christmas Story Live!”, set to air Dec. 17.

The holiday special, based on the beloved 1983 classic comedy and the 2012 Broadway musical, also stars Matthew Broderick, Maya Rudolph and Jane Krakowski.

The original story follows Ralphie, a 9-year-old kid whose only wish for Christmas is a BB gun.

Jeong will take on two roles, as a tree salesman and as a restaurant owner.