Biography
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.
Acted in 76
2020s
- 2024
- 2023
- 2021
- 2020
The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU
(archive footage)
2010s
- 2019
Forky Asks a Question
Chairol Burnett · 1 episode
- 2018
Signed, Sealed, Delivered: To the Altar
Ardis
- 2017
Household Name
Vivian Valmont
- 2016
- 2015
- 2014
- 2011
Classic TV Bloopers Uncensored
(archive footage)
- 2010
2000s
- 2009
- 2008
- 2005
- 2004
- 2001
Putting It Together
The Wife
The Trumpet of the Swan
Mrs. Hammerbotham (voice)
1990s
- 1999
- 1998
- 1994
Seasons of the Heart
Vivian Levinson
- 1992
1980s
- 1988
Hostage
Martha
- 1987
Plaza Suite
Karen Nash / Muriel Tate / Norma Hubley
- 1986
Fresno
Charlotte Kensington · 5 episodes
Follies: In Concert
Carlotta Campion
- 1985
The Laundromat
Alberta Johnson
- 1983
- 1982
Eunice
Eunice
- 1981
Chu Chu and the Philly Flash
Emily "Chu Chu"
- 1980
HealtH
Gloria Burbank
1970s
- 1979
Musical Comedy Tonight
Movie
The Tenth Month
Dori Grey
- 1978
The Grass Is Always Greener Over the Septic Tank
Dorothy Benson
A Wedding
Tulip Brenner
- 1976
- 1975
Twigs
Emily / Celia / Dorothy / Ma
- 1974
6 RMS RIV VU
Anne Miller
- 1972
Pete 'n' Tillie
Tillie Shlain Seltzer
Once Upon a Mattress
Princess Winifred the Woebegone
1960s
- 1969
This Way to Sesame Street
Movie
- 1968
Star Spangled Salesman
Miss Grebs
- 1967
- 1965
- 1964
Once Upon a Mattress
Princess Winnifred
- 1963
Who's Been Sleeping in My Bed?
Stella Irving
- 1962
1950s
- 1959
- 1956
Stanley
Celia Howard · 6 episodes
- 1952
Produced 4
2020s
- 2023
Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love
Executive Producer
2000s
- 2005
- 2001
Carol Burnett: Show Stoppers
Executive Producer
1980s
- 1987
Plaza Suite
Executive Producer
Wrote 2
2010s
- 2017
The Carol Burnett 50th Anniversary Special
Writer
1990s
- 1994
Men, Movies & Carol
Writer
Created 2
Appearances116
2020s
- 2025
Starring Dick Van Dyke
Self
- 2024
- 2023
Celebrating Carol: The Gift of Laughter
Self
Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love
Self
Karen Carpenter: Starving for Perfection
Self
- 2022
Betty White: A Celebration
Self
- 2021
Dean Martin: King of Cool
Self
Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age
Self
Mister Candid Camera
Self
- 2020
The Story of Soaps
Self
2010s
- 2019
Kaye Ballard - The Show Goes On!
Self
- 2018
- 2017
The Carol Burnett 50th Anniversary Special
Herself
- 2016
- 2015
- 2014
- 2013
- 2012
- 2011
Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis
Self
- 2010
2000s
- 2009
- 2008
Shatner's Raw Nerve
Self · 1 episode
- 2006
- 2005
- 2004
The Carol Burnett Show: Let's Bump Up the Lights
Herself
- 2003
Cher: The Farewell Tour
Self (archive footage)
- 2001
Carol Burnett: Show Stoppers
Herself
1990s
- 1999
- 1998
A Bing Crosby Christmas
Self (archive footage)
- 1997
Moon Over Broadway
Self
- 1996
- 1995
Women of the House
Self · 1 episode
- 1994
Men, Movies & Carol
Self
Inside the Actors Studio
Self · 1 episode
- 1993
- 1992
Jack Benny: Comedy in Bloom
Herself
- 1991
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
Narrator / Mrs. Rabbit / Cat (voice)
The Very Best of The Ed Sullivan Show (Vol. 1)
host
- 1990
The Muppets Celebrate Jim Henson
Self
1980s
- 1989
Julie and Carol: Together Again
Self
- 1988
- 1987
Happy 100th Birthday, Hollywood
Self
Superstars and their Moms
Self - Host
James Stewart: A Wonderful Life
Self
- 1986
Neil Diamond... Hello Again
Self
Sondheim on Broadway: Follies - Four Days in New York
Self
The Muppets: A Celebration of 30 Years
Self (archive footage)
- 1985
Night of 100 Stars II
Self
- 1984
Burnett Discovers Domingo
Self
- 1983
All-Star Party for Frank Sinatra
Self
- 1982
Hollywood: The Gift of Laughter
Self
Lights! Camera! Annie! The Making of a Major Hollywood Musical
Self / Miss Hannigan
- 1980
The Tim Conway Show
Self · 3 episodes
The Sensational Shocking Wonderful Wacky 70's
Self (archive footage)
1970s
- 1979
Dolly and Carol in Nashville
Self / Marcy
- 1978
Mickey's 50
Self
Steve & Eydie Celebrate Irving Berlin
Self
- 1976
CBS Salutes Lucy: The First 25 Years
Self
Sills and Burnett at the Met
Self
- 1975
- 1974
Out to Lunch
Self
Shirley MacLaine: If They Could See Me Now
Self
- 1973
- 1972
- 1971
Julie and Carol at Lincoln Center
Self
1960s
- 1969
The Barbara McNair Show
Self · 1 episode
- 1968
Rowan & Martin at the Movies
Self
- 1967
- 1966
Carol and Company
Self
Carol + 2
Self
- 1962
Julie and Carol at Carnegie Hall
Self
- 1961
1950s
- 1957
- 1956
- 1952
- 1950
Thanked in the credits1
2020s
- 2021
