Birthday: April 26, 1933 (Taurus)
Born In: San Antonio, Texas, United States
Carol Burnett is a famous American comedian and actress, best known for starring in the long-running television variety show The Carol Burnett Show. She is a true pioneer in television entertainment, with a remarkable rags-to-riches story—rising from a difficult childhood to achieve fame and success. Undeterred by hardship, she channeled her struggles into a life filled with laughter, comedy, and entertainment. Burnett began her career with guest appearances but soon solidified her place in the entertainment industry. Over the years, she developed a signature slapstick comedy style that has been widely praised by audiences. While she appeared in numerous shows, theater productions, and films, her most iconic achievement was the 11-year, 286-episode run of The Carol Burnett Show. The show not only allowed her to showcase her versatility but also introduced audiences to an innovative variety format that featured comedy sketches, musical numbers, celebrity guests, and a popular question-and-answer segment. Over her five-decade career as a comedian and stage performer, she has dominated the industry and received numerous awards and honors.
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Also Known As: Carol Creighton Burnett
Age: 91 Years, 91 Year Old Females
Spouse/Ex-: Brian Miller, Don Saroyan, Joe Hamilton
father: Joseph Thomas Burnett
mother: Ina Louise Creighton
siblings: Chrissie Burnett
children: Carrie Hamilton, Erin Hamilton, Jody Hamilton
Born Country: United States
Height: 5'7" (170 cm), 5'7" Females
City: San Antonio, Texas
U.S. State: Texas
education: University Of California, Los Angeles
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Carol Burnett is best known for her long-running variety show, "The Carol Burnett Show," which aired from 1967 to 1978.
Carol Burnett began her career on Broadway before transitioning to television with appearances on various variety shows.
Carol Burnett has cited her difficult childhood and love for making people laugh as inspirations for her career in comedy.
Carol Burnett is considered a trailblazer for women in comedy and television, breaking barriers and paving the way for future female comedians.
Throughout her career, Carol Burnett's comedic style has ranged from slapstick humor to witty satire, showcasing her versatility as a performer.
Carol Creighton Burnett was born to Joseph Thomas Burnett and Ina Louise on April 26, 1933, in San Antonio, Texas. Her father was a movie theatre manager and her mother worked as a publicity writer.
The successful career of Burnett reached its peak in September, 1967, when her flagship show, ‘The Carol Burnett Show’, premiered on CBS. The show included a talented club of comedic actors and featured comedy sketches, musical numbers, weekly guest stars and question-answer section. They parodied films, television and commercials.
Sensing that the show had run its course, Burnett decided to end the same on a high note. The farewell episode was aired on March 17, 1978, and lasted for two hours during which it included a recap of classic footage of the show’s run, guest appearances and favourite gimmicks that the long-standing characters played.
She was inducted in the Television Hall of Fame in 1985, and the California Hall of Fame in 2009.
In 2005, she was presented with the prestigious Presidential Medal of Freedom.
In 2013, she received the 2013 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center. With this, she became the first woman to receive both Kennedy Center Honors and Mark Twain Prize.
Carol Burnett once played the drums in a high school band and was known for her musical talent before pursuing a career in comedy.
She is a passionate advocate for the arts and has established scholarships and programs to help young artists pursue their creative dreams.
Carol Burnett was the first celebrity to receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, recognizing her significant contributions to comedy.
She has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, an honor reserved for iconic figures in the entertainment industry.
In addition to her comedic talents, Carol Burnett is also a talented dramatic actress and has received critical acclaim for her performances in various stage and screen productions.
Carol Burnett Movies
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Awards
1978 | Best Actress in a Television Series - Comedy or Musical | The Carol Burnett Show (1967) |
1977 | Best Actress in a Television Series - Comedy or Musical | The Carol Burnett Show (1967) |
1972 | Best TV Actress - Comedy or Musical | The Carol Burnett Show (1967) |
1970 | Best TV Actress - Comedy or Musical | The Carol Burnett Show (1967) |
1968 | Best TV Star - Female | The Carol Burnett Show (1967) |
1997 | Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series | Mad About You (1992) |
1975 | Outstanding Comedy-Variety or Music Series | The Carol Burnett Show (1967) |
1974 | Outstanding Music-Variety Series | The Carol Burnett Show (1967) |
1972 | Outstanding Variety Series - Musical | The Carol Burnett Show (1967) |
1963 | Outstanding Performance in a Variety or Musical Program or Series | Julie and Carol at Carnegie Hall (1962) |
1963 | Outstanding Performance in a Variety or Musical Program or Series | An Evening with Carol Burnett (1963) |
1962 | Outstanding Performance in a Variety or Musical Program or Series | The Garry Moore Show (1958) |
1991 | Favorite Female Performer in a New TV Series | Winner |
1981 | Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer | Winner |
1981 | Favorite Female TV Performer | Winner |
1980 | Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer | Winner |
1980 | Favorite Female TV Performer | Winner |
1979 | Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer | Winner |
1979 | Favorite Female TV Performer | Winner |
1978 | Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer | Winner |
1977 | Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer | Winner |
1976 | Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer | Winner |
1976 | Favorite Female TV Performer | Winner |
1975 | Favorite All-Around Female Entertainer | Winner |
2017 | Best Spoken Word Album | Winner |
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