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Carol Burnett is a renowned comedienne and singer who has been entertaining audiences for six decades. Born on April 26, 1933, in San Antonio, Texas, to parents Ina Louise and Joseph Thomas "Jodie" Burnett, who both struggled with alcoholism. Burnett's childhood was marked by instability, and she was left in the care of her beloved grandmother, who moved the family to Hollywood, California.
Burnett's early life was marked by insecurities and feelings of being a wallflower. However, she found solace in comedy and began performing at Hollywood High School. She attended the University of California, initially majoring in journalism before switching to theater.
Burnett's big break came in the mid-1950s, performing a novelty song called "I Made a Fool of Myself Over John Foster Dulles" in a nightclub act. This led to appearances on TV variety shows with Jack Paar and Ed Sullivan, and she soon became a regular on the popular game show "Stump the Stars."
Burnett's breakthrough came on Broadway, where she starred in the 1959 musical "Once Upon a Mattress," earning her first Tony Award nomination. This led to a string of Emmy Awards for her work on "The Garry Moore Show" and a variety of TV specials.
Burnett's most iconic role came when she starred in her own variety show, "The Carol Burnett Show," which ran for 11 years and earned 22 Emmy Awards. The show featured a wide range of comedy and musical performances, and Burnett became known for her impressive impressions and comedic timing.
In addition to her TV work, Burnett has also appeared in a number of films, including "Pete 'n' Tillie," "The Front Page," and "A Wedding." She has also made numerous TV movies and has appeared in a range of stage productions, including "Plaza Suite," "I Do! I Do," and "Company."
Throughout her career, Burnett has received numerous awards and accolades, including multiple Emmy Awards, a Tony Award nomination, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. She has also been inducted into the Television Hall of Fame and has received the Kennedy Center Honors.
Despite her many successes, Burnett's personal life has been marked by tragedy, including the death of her daughter Carrie Hamilton at the age of 38. Burnett has continued to work in the entertainment industry, making appearances on TV shows such as "Glee," "Hot in Cleveland," and "Hawaii Five-0." She remains a beloved figure in American entertainment, known for her quick wit, impressive comedic timing, and her enduring legacy as a trailblazing female comedian.
