Ron Bonjean, Sara Bonjean, Gary Busey, and Michael Conley

Tim Flanigan as "Ralphie" from "A Christmas Story"

It's hard to tell who got more attention at Sara and Ron Bonjean's annual holiday party Saturday night -- actor Gary Busey or the guy dressed in the pink bunny pajamas.

Both happily posed for pictures and while Busey was eager to talk politics, Tim Flanigan declined to say why he dressed up as Ralphie from "A Christmas Story."

The Bonjean holiday party has grown over the years from a small gathering friends to a house so packed they've taken to having a tent in the backyard to handle the overflow.

Every year the couple has outdone themselves. Saturday night was no exception. After starting a celebrity guest tradition last year (with actor Dennis Haskins -- better known as Mr. Belding from "Saved by the Bell"), this year they brought in Busey.

The actor held court in the living room, posing for picture after picture as guests lined up to meet him. He also discussed his thoughts on the 2012 presidential race, telling The Washington Scene he was endorsing former Speaker Newt Gingrich.

"I've never met Newt but I know what he stands for," Busey said.

Asked if he was a Republican, Busey replied "I'm a Texan."

Despite his loyalty to his home state, Busey has no interest in supporting Texas Gov. Rick Perry.

"He's a good guy, he just doesn't belong in the race," the actor said, citing Perry's stance on illegal immigration.

The actor, who appeared on "Celebrity Apprentice" earlier this year, had nothing but praise for Donald Trump, who contemplated a bid
earlier this year.

"Donald would be great. He's a good friend," Busey said.

And if Trump did decide to make a last-minute run and win, Busey wasn't worried the businessman would have trouble working with Congress.

"He would make Congress work with him."

— Report and photographs by Emily Goodin

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