Carol Burnett: American Comedian
Actress
Full Name: Carol Creighton Burnett
Date of Birth: April 26, 1933
Place of Birth: San Antonio, Texas, US
Nationality: American
Profession : Actress, Comedian, Singer, Writer, Producer
Known For: The Carol Burnett Show, Broadway performances, film roles, comedic legacy
Height and Physical Stats
Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m)
Weight: Approximately 60–65 kg (132–143 lbs) (estimated)
Eye Colour: Blue
Hair Color: Reddish-blonde (natural brunette)
Education
High School: Hollywood High School (Graduated 1951)
College: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) – Studied Theater Arts and English
Scholarship: Received financial support from an anonymous benefactor to attend college
Family
Father: Joseph Thomas Burnett (movie theater manager)
Mother: Ina Louise Creighton (publicist)
Siblings: One half-sister, Chrissie Burnett
Spouses:
Don Saroyan (m. 1955–1962)
Joe Hamilton (m. 1963–1984) – television producer
Brian Miller (m. 2001–present) – musician
Children: Three daughters – Carrie (deceased), Jody, and Erin
Career Highlights
Broadway Debut: Once Upon a Mattress (1959) – earned a Tony nomination
Television Breakthrough:
The Garry Moore Show – first Emmy win
Major Success: The Carol Burnett Show (1967–1978) – Emmy-winning sketch comedy show that redefined women in comedy
Film Roles:
Annie (1982)
The Four Seasons (1981)
Noises Off (1992)
TV Guest Appearances:
mad about you
Law & Order: SVU
Glee
Better Call Saul
Palm Royale (2024)
Author: Wrote several memoirs, including One More Time, This Time Together, and Carrie and Me
Theater: Co-wrote Hollywood Arms, based on her childhood
Net Worth
Estimated Net Worth:
$45 million (as of 2024)
Earnings Source:
Television, film, book royalties, Broadway, syndication, live performances
Awards & Honours
Primetime Emmy Awards: 6 wins
Golden Globe Awards:
7 wins
Tony Award:
Special Lifetime Achievement honor
Grammy Award:
Best Spoken Word Album
Presidential Medal of Freedom: 2005
Kennedy Center Honors: 2003
Mark Twain Prize for American Humor: 2013
SAG Life Achievement Award: 2015
Carol Burnett Award (Golden Globes): Named in her honor (2019), she was the inaugural recipient.
Summary
Carol Burnett is one of the most beloved and pioneering figures in American entertainment. Known for her groundbreaking comedy and compassionate storytelling, she has influenced generations of performers. Her legacy continues through her timeless performances, memoirs, and awards recognizing her contribution to television and comedy.
