Carol Burnett

Carol Burnett is a beloved comedian and actress known for her long-running sketch and variety show, 'The Carol Burnett Show.'.

Comedian

April 26, 1933

Taurus

91

San Antonio, Texas

Carol Burnett, an American actress, comedian, writer, and singer, is best known for her work on the television sketch comedy show “The Carol Burnett Show.” Throughout her career, she has won numerous awards, including six Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and a Golden Globe Award. Some of her other notable works include performances in films such as “Annie,” “Noises Off,” and “Once Upon a Mattress,” as well as appearances on TV shows like “Mad About You” and “Glee.”

In recent years, Burnett has continued to be celebrated for her iconic performances. She moved to Los Angeles and starred in “The Carol Burnett Show” from 1967 to 1978, a variety show that combined comedy sketches with song and dance. Her loud, sloppy slapstick style of comedy and immense likability on the small screen earned her an Emmy Award in 1961 for her work on “The Garry Moore Show.” She also had a successful variety show, “The Entertainers,” which led to the creation of “The Carol Burnett Show,” which became a tremendous success.

The Paley Center for Media has recognized Burnett’s contributions to the entertainment industry by honoring her as one of five comedy legends. She has also made appearances in films and TV shows such as “Once Upon a Mattress” and “Mad About You.” Despite her long and successful career, Carol Burnett remains a beloved and timeless figure in comedy and the performing arts. One interesting fact about her is that she had a long-running sketch and variety show called “The Carol Burnett Show” in the 1960s and ’70s.