Early Experiences - What turned you on?

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Originally Posted by Gisker

Help me out here --- what's her name?

It's Carol Burnett. An actress and comedienne of the 60's and 70's she was also very beautiful. Her show was extremely popular and ran from 1967 to 1978. Probably before any of us were around. You can find it in repeats. Very funny with many celebrity guest stars.

A notable addition was Vicki Lawrence. Who, so the story goes, wrote to Carol as a young fan. Vicki bore a striking resemblance to Carol and was hired.

Vicki Lawrence has had success in her own right. In 1973 she had a major hit with "The Night The Lights Went Out in Georgia." She also starred in "Mama's Family" which ran into the 80's. Interestingly, she played a "grandma" but in actuality was the youngest cast member!

I am most familiar with Lawrence as much later she would play Miley's grandmother on "Hannah Montana."

This picture was identified as "Carol Burnett" however my first thought was it had to be Vicki Lawrence. That's how close in looks they were.

(Yes. I am sure it is Carol Burnett. )