CAROL BURNETT | 88

Carol Burnett is a lot of things. She is a multi-talented actress, singer, writer, and comedian. It is a mystery as to what this 88-year-old woman and her seven-decade career can’t do. Burnett was shot into the limelight when she did The Carol Burnett Show on CBS, which at the time was a rare feat for a woman. She has attained success on film, television, and stage in various genres, portraying both comedic and dramatic roles. She also had appearances as a panelist on game shows and various talk shows.

Her success isn’t only limited to the television screen. In 2005, she was recognized as one of America’s most cherished entertainers and was given the Presidential Medal of Freedom. When she did Once Upon a Mattress in 1959, we’re sure she didn’t realize she would reach such an astonishing degree of success that gave her more projects, appearances, and achievements that would cement her as a legend.