Facts and Secrets of the Carol Burnett Show

Published on February 13, 2019
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How Mrs. Wiggins Got Her Walk

Those who watched the show should remember Mrs. Wiggins and her unusual walk. The character got that walk because the skirt Burnett had to wear was far too large, and she had to stick her rear end out to keep it from falling. Her walk was a hit when the character debuted, so it stayed.

How Mrs. Wiggins Got Her Walk

How Mrs. Wiggins Got Her Walk

Keeping A Straight Face Was Hard

The problem with filling a TV set with hilarious people is that when it’s time to get serious nobody can. There were several instances where the cast members just couldn’t keep it together. Burnett absolutely lost it during the game ‘Sorry’ as Lawrence went completely off script and had the host in fits of laughter.

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Keeping A Straight Face Was Hard

Keeping A Straight Face Was Hard