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Carol Burnett Celebrates 92nd Birthday with Heartfelt Tributes

Legendary comedian and actress Carol Burnett marked her 92nd birthday on April 26, receiving an outpouring of affection from fans and fellow stars alike through social media.

The celebrations kicked off with a joyful message from late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, who shared nostalgic photos of Burnett from his show on his Instagram. Kimmel’s tribute included a warm greeting: “Happy 92nd birthday to the one and only Carol Burnett!”

Vicki Lawrence, a beloved former costar from The Carol Burnett Show, shared a memorable throwback photo of the duo in matching costumes from one of their iconic sketches. She expressed her admiration, calling Burnett “the most generous, kind, lovely person I know.” In her post on Instagram, she echoed these sentiments with a caption that celebrated their friendship, adding hashtags like #lucky and #friend.

Notably, Nancy Sinatra also took a moment to honor Burnett, posting on X. Her message highlighted Burnett’s unique blend of comedic talent and genuine sweetness, describing her as “an American treasure and dearly loved.”

Additionally, singer Deana Martin joined the celebration, sharing a collage of photos on X and simply wishing Burnett a happy birthday, calling her “the funniest and most creative lady in show business.”

Burnett’s birthday this year is especially poignant given her remarkable legacy. She was recently honored with a cementing ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood, where celebrities including her longtime friend Dick Van Dyke, who appeared alongside her on The Carol Burnett Show, celebrated her significant contributions to entertainment.

During the ceremony, Van Dyke and other stars shared heartfelt messages, with Kimmel and Burnett’s Palm Royale costar Laura Dern among the speakers. The gathering also featured notable appearances from celebrities such as Allison Janney and Maya Rudolph, all gathered to pay homage to the comedic icon.

Reflecting on the honor of having her handprints immortalized, Burnett reminisced about her childhood memories of pressing her hands next to those of Betty Grable at the TCL Theater, noting the emotional gravity of the moment. “Who knew?” she mused about the significance of her own handprints joining the legendary icons of Hollywood.

In true Burnett style, her remarks during the ceremony highlighted her enduring sense of humor. She entertained the audience with a humorous anecdote about movie outings with her grandmother, showcasing her ability to blend laughter with heartfelt moments.

Shortly before her birthday, Burnett charmed viewers with a cameo in the hit series Hacks. Paul W. Downs, the show’s co-creator, expressed his excitement at bringing Burnett on board, noting her status as a “living legend” and the special connection it held, given the show’s filming location at Television City, where The Carol Burnett Show was originally produced.

As Burnett turns another year older, her legacy as a groundbreaking entertainer continues to inspire and bring joy to audiences worldwide.

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