The Carol Burnett Show Season 10 Episode 12 with Betty White
- December 11, 1976
The Carol Burnett Show was a variety and sketch comedy show that aired from 1967 to 1978 on CBS. It was known for its zany characters, witty sketches, and hilarious musical numbers. The show featured Carol Burnett as the host and starred other comedians and guest stars each week.
Season 10, episode 12 of The Carol Burnett Show features Betty White, a beloved television personality and comedienne. The episode begins with a three-minute opening musical number with Carol Burnett and three other female dancers.
Following the opening number, Betty White enters the stage to resounding applause. She and Carol Burnett greet each other and exchange some witty banter. The first sketch of the night is a parody of the game show "Password," which Betty White was a frequent guest on. The sketch features Carol Burnett as the host and Betty White as a confused and clueless contestant. The sketch is full of witty wordplay and double entendres, and Betty White's comedic timing is on full display.
Next up is a musical number featuring Betty White and Carol Burnett. The two sing a duet titled "Two of a Kind," which is a catchy and upbeat tune that showcases their chemistry and comedic timing. The audience loves it and gives them a standing ovation.
The next sketch is a parody of the popular cop show "Starsky and Hutch." Carol Burnett and Betty White play the titular detectives, with Carol Burnett donning a fake mustache and shaggy wig to look like David Soul. The sketch is full of over-the-top action and physical comedy and culminates in a ridiculous car chase that has the audience in stitches.
Following the "Starsky and Hutch" sketch, Betty White performs a solo stand-up routine. She tells jokes and stories about her life and experiences in show business, and the audience eats it up. Betty White's wit and charm are on full display, and the audience can't get enough.
The show then moves on to a sketch titled "The Family," which is a recurring sketch on The Carol Burnett Show. The sketch features Carol Burnett and Betty White as the matriarchs of two dysfunctional families, filled with bickering siblings and eccentric relatives. The sketch is full of humorous one-liners and zany physical comedy, and the audience can't stop laughing.
After the "The Family" sketch, Betty White and Carol Burnett perform another musical number. This time they sing a ballad titled "Together Again," which is a poignant and heartfelt ode to their friendship. The song is a fan favorite, and the audience is moved to tears by their performance.
The final sketch of the night is a parody of the classic film "Gone with the Wind." Carol Burnett dons a Scarlett O'Hara costume, and Betty White plays the role of Melanie. The sketch is full of slapstick humor and over-the-top melodrama, and the audience loves it.
The episode concludes with Betty White and Carol Burnett thanking the audience for their support and signing off for the night. The show is a testament to the humor and talent of these two beloved comedians, and it's a must-watch for fans of classic comedy.
