Legendary comedy star, 91, holds hands with younger man in rare public sighting – can you guess who she is?
A LEGENDARY comedy star, 91, has been spotted holding hands with a younger man in a rare public sighting.
This actress, who’s career started in the 1950s, tried to go unnoticed in her huge hat and sunglasses – but can you guess who she is?
The actress in question is the iconic comedian Carol Burnett.
The TV and film star was spotted out and about in Hollywood.
Carol was seen strolling though the Studio City Farmers Market.
The star – who is known for her role in Annie – was dressed casually in a black jumper and jeans.
The friend, who she was holding hands with, was kitted out in shorts and t-shirt.
It’s unknown who her male companion was, but the pair seemed happy in each other’s company.
BECOMING A STAR
Born in 1933, Carol is an American actress, comedian, singer and writer, whose career spans seven decades of television.
She is best known for her groundbreaking TV variety show, The Carol Burnett Show, which aired on CBS in the 60s and 70s.
The show was the first of its kind to be hosted by a woman.
Carol has achieved success on stage, television and film in varying genres including dramatic and comedic roles.
She famously played Miss Hannigan in the musical Annie in 1982.
After a break from the limelight, Carol’s most recent acting role include the smash hit Apple TV+ comedy series Palm Royale last year.
CELEBRATED CAREER
Back in 2019, Carol was presented with the first-ever Golden Globe recognising a lifetime career in television, an award that was named after her.
The Carol Burnett award, which is now presented every year, was established to celebrate the new golden age of television marked by high profile shows attracting Oscar-winning actors and directors.
When accepting the award she said: “Sometimes I catch myself daydreaming about being young again and doing it all over.
“And then I bring myself up short when I realise how incredibly fortunate I was to be there at the right time.”
She dedicated her award “to all those who made my dreams come true and to all those out there who share the love I have for television.”
Carol's biggest movies
During and after her famous variety show, Carol appeared in many movies.
Her film roles include:
- Pete ‘n’ Tillie (1972)
- The Front Page (1974)
- The Four Seasons (1981)
- Annie (1982)
- Noises Off (1992)
- Horton Hears a Who! (2008).