It Barely Made It To Air
Carol Burnett always stood out from the crowd, and it was clear she was destined to be a star. Despite her obvious talent, producers were unsure they should give her show the green light. They feared it was not suitable for TV audiences, and the host was too big and loud for Americans.
It Barely Made It To Air
Struggling To Compete
Although the show brought in millions of viewers, and was considered one of the best things on television, it never ranked well. The Carol Burnett Show never featured in the top ten most-viewed shows during any of its 11 seasons. It never held the show back, but Burnett must have wished it ranked higher.
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Struggling To Compete
