Carol Burnett Was “The World’s Worst Guest” On Johnny Carson’s “Tonight Show”

The legendary queen of TV variety shows, Carol Burnett, tells Stephen about going toe-to-toe with Johnny Carson and shares stories about appearing alongside Elvis Presley on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” Stick around for more with Carol Burnett and watch her new show, “Palm Royale,” streaming now on AppleTV+.

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[HARE]

Carol Burnett is, literally, a living legend.
It’s so good to see her again, doing so well.

[normahodge]

This queen is 90 years old???? God bless and keep her. She looks great ❤🎉🫂

[vickywharton]

I never get enough of Carol Burnett. I gave her a standing "O" from my living room. I am almost 60 years old and I grew up with this legend. Love. Love. Love two of my favorite people having a chat!

[patrickfuller]

I'm 57 and have grown up with this woman on TV. thank you for giving us a chance to see her again, and particularly, Carol herself. for allowing us to witness her life, just as much as she would like. changed my life for the better, at an early age. Love you Carol, (tugs ear)

[rj-zzim]

Think of all the laughs this beautiful human has given the world. A 'Thank You' is not enough. Love you Miss Carol!

[courtney-rwch]

Grew up watching the Carol Burnett show. Almost every show I would have tears in my eyes laughing so hard. ❤

[MikeInMD]

The epitome of class and grace. Thank you, Miss Burnett, for the decades of entertainment you've given me and my family.

[johngulino]

If anybody ever deserved a standing ovation, Carol Burnett certainly does.

[dowzoo]

She is one of America's treasures, along with the late Betty White.

[Josephlaszlo]

Much respect for Stephen Colbert treating Ms Burnett like royalty. Love you Carol. ❤❤❤❤❤

[billmcg]

Carol Burnett is timeless. Always remember being a little kid and watching her variety show at my grandma's house - national treasure!

[Shea]

The ICONIC, Beautiful, Talented, Hilarious, Beloved Carol Burnett. 😍 My Granny absolutely LOVED her, & I do as well. Oh, the Beautiful, sweet, precious, & priceless memories I have of Us watching "The Carol Burnett Show" & her other projects together. Gosh, Stephen, You, your audience, & your staff were really in the presence of ROYALTY!! 🥰 Y'all give this this BEAUTIFUL LEGEND Her well deserved Flowers!! 🌹💐 💜💜

[Susie_Floozie]

Miss Carol Burnett is a national treasure. This sweet lady is a powerful figure from my childhood. I'm so glad she's alive and thriving--and still full of piss and vinegar!

[watchcity]

She deserved every second of that standing O. Goosebumps and tears! I'm sorry she lost her daughter, very sad

[karltitz]

Ms Burnett thank you for sharing your everything with us for all of these years.

[MsStormkitty]

I grew up watching her. Carol Burnette is truly a G.O.A.T .

[joannejohnson]

Oh Stephen, you gave some of us the best gift ever-Carol- ❤🎁🥰💌

[stevenklein]

I can't believe how good she looks at 90!!

[glendaholmes-moore]

I was so happy to see my girl, she still got it.Thank you SC, for sharing her with the people who live and adore her.❤️

[patriciaprickett]

I will NEVER forget her Gone with the Wind parody