LOS ANGELES — Two doctors were sitting together at the dinner table. One was young, in his 30s, and the other, in his 80s.

OK, any joke from here just won’t compare with the ones that come from the younger doctor, Ken Jeong, who has two professions: physician by day, comedian by night. Or even compete with a zinger from the other doctor, also known for more than what he did without a stethoscope. Dr. Sammy Lee, the first Asian American to win Olympic gold medals for the United States, and Dr. Ken — both accomplished individuals, both admiring the work of the other person.

“I’m his biggest fan. … He just blows my mind,” Dr. Ken said of Dr. Sammy.

On Aug. 27, an eclectic mix of this magazine’s supporters convened at the Skirball Cultural Center’s Ahmanson Hall for yet another round of KoreAm’s mutual admiration society — also known as “Unforgettable.”

For Dr. Sammy, there’s one particular reason why he keeps coming for this annual event to showcase Korean American talent, to raise some money for the publication, and to party. “All the pretty girls,” said the former diving champion, when asked what was his favorite part of the night.

There’s no looking back for the ever-supportive Ahn Trio, as they wow the audience with their surprise collaboration with Susie Suh.

“I might be old, but I’m not blind.” The good doctor should know.

The evening’s proceedings — supported this year by Hyundai Motor America, the gold sponsor, as well as Hanmi Bank, Korean Airlines, Pala Casino Resort Spa, Sherin’s Bridal, Boo Choi, Byucksan Group, CJ Entertainment, Dr. Howard Nam, Enhance Medical Center, Intertrend and the Korean Olympic Committee and Korean Sports Council — went without a hitch, despite a last-minute mistress of ceremonies switch. Actress Yunjin Kim, slated to emcee with her “Lost” co-star Daniel Dae Kim, was not to be found, as she canceled at the 11th hour.

“I thought Yunjin not coming through, that was kind of unfortunate, but it was really my gain because I got to meet such a really nice guy,” said Lee Ann Kim, who gracefully assumed the hosting duties alongside Daniel Dae. “Here’s a guy who’s Korean American on one of the hottest shows on television, and he’s so down-to-earth.”s

As a reporter and anchor for KGTV in San Diego, Lee Ann took to her impromptu role with ease. “I know this crowd, and they don’t really know me, so I just let loose,” she said.

Hey, who got hooked up with the super-VIP parking?

On top of Yunjin’s no-show, the comedian scheduled for the night, Henry Cho, called in sick. But luckily there was a doctor in the house. Dr. Ken has been doing stand-up comedy for many years, and he had the crowd in an uproar with his jokes that teased at Korean American stereotypes and habits.

“It was a little bit nerve-racking tonight because I didn’t want to offend anyone. … But at the same time, I didn’t want to soften it up because if I’m going to do it, I might as well do it the normal way I do it, so I was trying to find that right balance,” he said.