At 91 years old, Carol Burnett isn’t slowing down anytime soon. In fact, she’s living proof that age is just a number. An exclusive source tells Closer that the legendary comedian’s secret to longevity is staying active, both mentally and physically. “She’s as sharp as ever and has no plans to retire,” the insider reveals. “Carol’s always brainstorming new projects and ideas for entertainment, and Hollywood still can’t get enough of her.”
From NBC Special to Apple TV+ Hit: Carol’s Unstoppable Career
When NBC aired the special Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love last year, some fans thought it might be a farewell. But Carol had other plans. She quickly proved them wrong by joining the star-studded cast of Apple TV+’s Palm Royale. The series brought her face-to-face with heavyweights like Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney, and Laura Dern—and her performance left critics and audiences alike absolutely stunned.
One reviewer raved, “The strongest performance is Burnett’s as the aunt… She plays Norma with an unforgiving toughness—even when she’s comatose—and, by some miracle, she projects the same slapstick charm that made her old CBS comedy show a classic.” Fans couldn’t agree more. “What a treat to have a 90-year-old Carol Burnett still funny without saying a word,” one viewer wrote, while another added, “The all-star cast, most notably Carol Burnett, did an exceptional job.”
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Even though Rolling Stone wasn’t entirely thrilled with the show overall, they couldn’t help but highlight Carol’s performance as a standout. It’s clear that even after decades in the business, she continues to bring energy, humor, and heart to everything she does.
“She Gives 91 a Good Name”
According to the source, Carol isn’t just keeping busy professionally; she’s also thriving personally. “She gives 91 a good name,” the insider shares. “She might be the busiest person in her age group!” Whether she’s working on new projects or enjoying downtime, Carol stays engaged and active. “When she’s not filming, she’s hosting teas and game nights with friends,” the source explains. “Even when she’s alone, she loves solving crossword puzzles. She’s always keeping her mind sharp.”
Reflections on Life and Loss
Despite her incredible success and enduring spirit, Carol hasn’t been immune to life’s challenges. She’s faced her share of heartbreak, including the tragic loss of her daughter, Carrie Hamilton, who died at the age of 38 from complications of lung cancer in 2002. Carrie’s death deeply affected Carol, and the two had shared a close bond through their mutual struggles with sobriety. “I think of her every day,” Carol once told People. “She never leaves me. I just feel her.” In Carrie’s memory, Carol helped establish the Anaheim University Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute in 2010.
Her other daughter, Erin, has battled addiction issues throughout her life, leading Carol to seek custody of her grandson, Dylan. Despite these hardships, Carol remains remarkably content with her life. “She’s suffered a lot of tragedy over the years,” the source notes, “but personally, she’s very happy where she is right now. She wouldn’t change a thing.”
Carol often reflects on her life’s experiences, both the highs and the lows. As she once said, “I have always grown from my problems and challenges, from the things that don’t work out; that’s when I’ve really learned.” For Carol, growing older isn’t about looking back with regret—it’s about embracing the journey and finding joy in the present moment.
And at 91, Carol Burnett continues to inspire us all, proving that age is nothing but a number when you’ve got passion, purpose, and a whole lot of heart.
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