Carol Burnett: The Queen Of Comedy At 91 Still Stealing The Spotlight

From NBC Special to Apple TV+: Carol Keeps the Spotlight Lit

Some might have thought that last year’s NBC special, Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love, was a farewell of sorts. But Carol Burnett had other plans. She’s proving that she’s far from done, starring alongside A-listers like Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney, and Laura Dern in the Apple TV+ series Palm Royale. Her performance in the show has been nothing short of spectacular, earning praise from critics and fans alike. One critic raved, “Burnett’s portrayal of Norma is unmatched. Even in silence, she commands the screen with the same comedic brilliance that made her famous on her old CBS comedy show.”

Fans are equally impressed. One viewer wrote, “To see Carol Burnett at 90 still bringing the laughs without saying a word is a true gift.” Another added, “The all-star cast shines, but Carol Burnett steals the show with her exceptional performance.” Even Rolling Stone, which wasn’t entirely thrilled with the show overall, couldn’t help but highlight Burnett’s performance as a standout.

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Burnett’s ability to stay vibrant and active isn’t just about her professional commitments. Off-screen, she’s a whirlwind of energy. The source shares, “She gives 91 a really good name. She might be the busiest person in her age group.” When she’s not working, Burnett keeps herself entertained and engaged. “She loves organizing social events like tea parties and game nights with friends,” the source explains. “Even when she’s by herself, she enjoys tackling crossword puzzles. It’s like her mind is always working, always engaged.”

A Life of Reflection and Resilience

For Carol Burnett, life is a journey of growth and reflection. She once said, “I’ve always learned the most from my problems and challenges, the things that didn’t go as planned.” Now, in her 90s, she views aging as a blessing. It’s a time to reflect on her incredible career and the experiences that have shaped her life. But it hasn’t been an easy road. Burnett has faced her share of heartbreak, particularly the loss of her daughter, Carrie Hamilton, who passed away at 38 from complications of lung cancer in 2002. The loss left a deep mark on Burnett, who shared a close bond with Carrie over their shared journey to sobriety. “I think of her every day,” Burnett once told People. “She’s always with me.” In Carrie’s memory, Burnett helped establish the Anaheim University Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute in 2010.

Burnett’s other daughter, Erin, has also faced her own struggles with addiction, which led Burnett to seek custody of her grandson, Dylan. Despite these challenges, Burnett remains content and grateful. “She’s been through so much,” the source notes, “but personally, she’s very happy with where she is in life. She wouldn’t change a thing.”