Carol Burnett

Sketch Comedy Host American Born 1933 (age 93)

Created groundbreaking variety show with diverse comedy sketches and characters.

398 quotes

"Welcome change."
Change
"Practice patience."
Patience
"Express kindness."
Kindness
"Build inner strength."
Strength
"Overcome fear."
Fear
"Wield power responsibly."
Power
"Use money wisely."
Money
"Maintain health."
Health
"I'm still a big believer in hard work. It's hard work and faith in yourself that will get you anywhere."
Success
"You know what? Giving up is not an option when you have people counting on you."
Perseverance
"The secret to comedy is timing, and the secret to life is knowing when to let things go."
Humor
"Family is the heart of everything I do, and that will never change."
Family
"Laughter is music to the soul when times get heavy."
Music
"I've always believed that if you show up and give your best, good things will follow."
Work
"Growing older is not something to fear—it's a privilege many don't get."
Wisdom
"The greatest gift you can give someone is your honest attention."
Kindness
"Life teaches you the most valuable lessons when you're willing to be vulnerable."
Life
"Don't waste energy trying to be someone else; your authenticity is your superpower."
Courage
"True friendship means showing up, even when it's inconvenient."
Friendship
"I learned that joy doesn't come from having everything—it comes from appreciating what you have."
Gratitude
"Every mistake is just a setup for a better comeback story."
Hope
"The power of saying 'I don't know' is underrated in this world."
Knowledge
"Art teaches you to see the world differently, and that changes everything."
Art
"Creativity isn't a luxury—it's a necessity for the human spirit."
Creativity
"Time moves differently when you're happy versus when you're suffering."
Time
"Real strength often looks quiet and gentle."
Strength
"Fear is just excitement without the breath work."
Fear
"I've found that people remember how you made them feel long after they forget what you said."
Relationships
"Health isn't a destination; it's a practice of loving yourself daily."
Health
"Adventure waits for those brave enough to say yes to the unknown."
Adventure