Mollie Gene Beachboard, professionally known as Molly Bee, was a celebrated American country music vocalist, distinguished for her remarkable 1952 recording of the timeless and ubiquitous early seasonal standard, "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus".
Bee's multifaceted career extended far beyond her impressive musical accomplishments, as she also garnered widespread recognition for her captivating television presence. One of her most notable roles was as the trusted sidekick to the renowned comedian and television personality, Pinky Lee, on the highly popular and iconic 1950s television program, The Pinky Lee Show.