Early Life and Education of Carol Burnett: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Carol Burnett, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Carol Burnett is an acclaimed American comedian, actress, and singer, best known for hosting The Carol Burnett Show, a groundbreaking comedy-variety series. Her successful career spans Broadway, television, and film, showcasing her versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles. Burnett's contributions to entertainment have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including Golden Globe Awards, Primetime Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and a Grammy Award. She has also received the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, and the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award, solidifying her legacy as a comedic icon.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1954: Promise Fulfilled

In 1954, Carol Burnett contributed to scholarship programs at UCLA and the University of Hawaii, fulfilling her promise to the anonymous benefactor who assisted her.

December 15, 1955: Marriage to Don Saroyan

On December 15, 1955, Carol Burnett married her college sweetheart Don Saroyan.

1962: Divorce from Don Saroyan

In 1962, Carol Burnett divorced her first husband, Don Saroyan.

May 4, 1963: Marriage to Joe Hamilton

On May 4, 1963, Carol Burnett married television producer Joe Hamilton, who had produced her 1962 Carnegie Hall concert.

1965: Miscarriage

In early 1965, Carol Burnett had a miscarriage while in her ninth week of pregnancy.

1984: Divorce from Joe Hamilton

In 1984, Carol Burnett and Joe Hamilton ended their marriage in divorce, with challenges related to their daughter Carrie's drug problems contributing to the separation.

1988: Trip to Moscow for Alcoholics Anonymous

In 1988, Carol Burnett and her daughter Carrie traveled to Moscow to help introduce the first Alcoholics Anonymous branch in the Soviet Union.

1991: Death of Joe Hamilton

In 1991, Joe Hamilton, Carol Burnett's former husband, died of cancer.

November 24, 2001: Marriage to Brian Miller

On November 24, 2001, Carol Burnett married Brian Miller, who is 23 years her junior, marking a significant event in her personal life.

August 2020: Petition for Guardianship

In August 2020, Carol Burnett and her husband petitioned for guardianship of her teenage grandson, marking a significant involvement in his welfare.

September 2020: Temporary Guardianship Granted

In September 2020, Carol Burnett and her husband were granted temporary guardianship of her teenage grandson, assuming responsibility for his care.

November 2021: Guardianship Ends

In November 2021, the temporary guardianship of Carol Burnett's grandson ended, with the case worker assuming the role.

April 26, 2023: Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love

On April 26, 2023, Carol Burnett was honored for her music, film, television, and theater roles on her 90th birthday in the NBC special Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love, which was filmed at the Avalon Hollywood Theatre