In Such Good Company

About This Book

In this New York Times bestseller, comedy legend Carol Burnett tells the hilarious behind-the-scenes story of her iconic weekly variety series, The Carol Burnett Show. Carol pulls back the curtain on the twenty-five-time Emmy-Award winning show that made television history and reminisces about the outrageously funny and tender moments that made working on the series as much fun as watching it. She delves into little-known stories of the guests, sketches, and improvisations that made the show legendary, sharing favorite tales too good not to relive. While writing this book, Carol rewatched all 276 episodes and screen-grabbed her favorite video stills from the archives to illustrate the chemistry of the actors and the improvisational magic that contributed to the show’s success. Putting the spotlight on her costars and an impressive list of guest stars, Carol crafts a lively portrait of the talent and creativity that went into every episode. With characteristic wit and incomparable comic timing, she recounts hiring Harvey Korman, Vicki Lawrence, Lyle Waggoner, and Tim Conway; shares anecdotes about guest stars like Lucille Ball, Betty White, and many others; and gives her take on her favorite sketches and unpredictable moments that took the cast and viewers by surprise. This book is Carol's love letter to a golden era in television history through the lens of her brilliant show, inviting readers to get the best seat in the house for 'eleven years of laughter, mayhem, and fun in the sandbox.'