IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson Your Turn Will Come with Carol Burnett
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Jan 14, 2026 Carol Burnett, a legendary actress and comedian known for her groundbreaking show, shares her journey from childhood in Hollywood to her iconic career. She discusses how she turned rejection into motivation and highlights the importance of patience with her mantra, 'my turn will come.' Carol reflects on mentoring by Lucille Ball and navigating gender biases in comedy. The trio also tackles a listener's imposter syndrome, offering advice rooted in preparation and mindset. It's a heartfelt conversation filled with laughter and invaluable life lessons.
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Risky Q&A Became A Signature Bit
- Carol Burnett described starting the Q&A segment nervously and discovering it became one of her show's most-loved parts.
- A live audience question once led to an on-stage duet where the guest told her, “you screwed it up,” which Burnett remembers as gold.
Hollywood Childhood And Movie-Fueled Ambition
- Carol Burnett recounted moving to Hollywood with her grandmother and climbing the Hollywood sign as a child.
- She described living in one room with her grandmother while dreaming of college and the movies.
A Mysterious $50 That Changed Everything
- Carol Burnett found a mysterious $50 bill in her mailbox which she used toward UCLA tuition.
- She never discovered who left it but credits that windfall with helping her fulfill her dream.
