Carol Burnett makes fun of modern comedy.
While the legendary comedian was on air during the Golden Age of television with other popular shows such as “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and “All in the Family,” she described how comedy has aged.
“They’re funny and character-driven, they’re not scatological or offensive,” she told Variety’s Awards Circuit podcast.
Carol Burnett reveals what she misses about the comedy: “I don’t think any broadcaster would take the risk.”
Legendary comedian Carol Burnett called modern comedy “boring and not funny” when reflecting on popular shows from the Golden Era of television. (Getty Images)
“I’m not a prude, but sometimes I think some of the stuff today… it’s quite easy to get a few laughs by being a bit mean. I don’t mind if it suits the character, but if they’re just doing it to say a bad word, I find it boring and not funny.”
The television icon further explained what her idea of comedy is.
“‘The Dick Van Dyke Show’ is funny. Mary, Bob Newhart, ‘All in the Family’ are funny – and they are still relevant today.”
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Although Burnett isn’t sure whether today’s comedies can compete with “the classics of the past,” the 91-year-old actress has no plans to slow down her Hollywood career. (Getty Images)
Although Burnett isn’t sure whether today’s comedies can compete with “the classics of the past,” the 91-year-old actress has no plans to slow down her Hollywood career.
Burnett recently received her 23rd Primetime Emmy nomination for her role in “Palm Royale,” which was renewed for a second season.
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In June, Burnett told Fox News Digital that she wouldn’t leave the industry as long as she still enjoyed it.
“Well, the main thing is that it’s fun. I’m all about having fun,” Burnett noted.
Burnett hopes to continue working as long as possible. (Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)
“All they had to do was say who was in it and I said, ‘I’m in.’ I don’t care what you want from me,” she explained her decision to accept her role in “Palm Royale.”
The stars of the comedy-drama series are Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney, Ricky Martin, Laura Dern, Josh Lucas and Kaia Gerber.
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“I said, ‘I’m in,'” Burnett added after being told about the all-star cast. “Then I read the script, and that was the icing on the cake. So I’m thrilled to be coming back for a second season.”
The main roles in “Palm Royale” are played by Carol Burnett, Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney, Ricky Martin, Laura Dern, Josh Lucas and Kaia Gerber. (Steve Granitz/FilmMagic)
As Burnett continues her career in Hollywood, she told Fox News Digital that she still has a few stars on her wish list that she would like to work with.
“Oh, there are quite a few,” Burnett began. “I’d say Meryl Streep, because she’s funny and boy can she sing. George Clooney – for obvious reasons. Bradley Cooper – for obvious reasons.”
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Burnett’s variety show ran for over a decade, from 1967 to 1979. (CBS Photo Archive)
“I’ve been fortunate to work with over 300 people throughout my career thanks to my show. For 11 years, two guest stars a week. I’m just so lucky,” she continued.
Burnett has had a seven-decade career in show business that has seen her break barriers for women in comedy and, at 91, is still as active as ever.
She headlined her own comedy-variety show, The Carol Burnett Show, for eleven years and has won 25 Emmys, as well as Golden Globes and a Grammy for her other work.
As part of his still-thriving acting career, Burnett has also starred in films such as “Annie” and made numerous television appearances, most recently in “Better Call Saul” and “Palm Royale.”
Fox News Digital has reached out to a representative for Burnett for comment.
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