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Carol Burnett

Carol Creighton Burnett (born April 26, 1933) is an American actress, comedienne, singer, dancer and writer. Burnett started her career in New York. After becoming a hit on Broadway, she made her television debut. After successful appearances on The Garry Moore Show, Carol moved to Los Angeles and began an eleven-year run on The Carol Burnett Show which was aired on CBS television from 1967 to 1978. With roots in vaudeville, The Carol Burnett Show was a variety show which combined comedy sketches, song, and dance. The comedy sketches ranged from film parodies to character pieces. Burnett created many endearing characters during the show's television run.

Filmography

2008
Horton Hears a Who!

as Kangaroo (voice)

Movie
1982
Annie

as Miss Hannigan

Movie
1981
Chu Chu and the Philly Flash

as Emily "Chu Chu"

Movie
2024
Palm Royale

as Norma Dellacorte

TV Show
1984
Jeopardy!

as Self

TV Show
1944
Golden Globe Awards

as Self - Nominee / Presenter

TV Show