Carol Burnett's My Personal Best (1987)

[@teresajohnson7727]

Sammy and Carol 's sketch was brilliant. Both are pure class. The subject isn't funny, but they did their best to showcase the issue of racism in a comedic way.

[@reddahlia35]

The sad part is that people like this woman do exist. I myself encountered a cashier once who was stupid and racist like Mrs. Wheatley.

[@valstewart6661]

The Carol Burnett show was comedy gold and opened the door to women comedians. She was the real deal, back when people in show business had REAL talent. A rare thing today.

[@richardfrost416]

Carol Burnett was something the whole family loved. She was on TV for 11yrs and we never missed a show!

[@scootergurl]

​@@richardfrost416Same here. Anything going on would come to a complete stop for that hour. 😂😂😂

[@florenedillingham2881]

​@@richardfrost416 L😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊l

[@rainbowgold6410]

The actors today stink!

[@shalomccs]

Carol and her group were the best ones. No comedy show today can't be compare with this.

[@MrMenefrego1]

What in God's name are you talking about? ... "No comedy show today can't be compare with this." WTH?!

[@MrMenefrego1]

*The Carol Burnett Show* was something our whole family loved and shared; we tried never to miss an episode!

[@kindcounselor]

Never realized how much of a social commentary these skits were....excellent!

[@justzee1574]

Yes you would like something as racist and disgusting as this

[@kaybee4132]

Agreed!!

[@tiffanymosley2104]

Please don't EVER take this down. I've been searching for this VHS for years! I used to watch this with my grandmother all the time!

[@dorkinabubble7772]

Mercy, the skit with Sammy and Carol made my skin crawl, meaning it was well acted and got it’s message across. If I was in his shoes, I don’t think I’d have had that kind of patience.

[@divinekate]

Sammy Davis was a gentleman with class.💜

[@AvatarPrimus]

That first skit with Sammy Davis jr was powerful then and now, and the ending was brilliant.

[@davidrodriguez8479]

Yes I agree especially when she describes themselves as Liberal . Mistake in the writing or exposing facts relative to past witch is disguised presently. I watched these shows as a child and enjoyed them very much. Now Tim Conway is my favorite.

[@scootergurl]

She just plain didn't get it. All those little 'things' that would drop out of her sentences. And she just plain never got it at all. But he sure did. He liked her, respected her, but he knew that even now she would never consider him an equal, just a friend. The skit was funny but sad at the same time. Both did a brilliant job. Hats off to both!

[@randallmullins8961]

Carol Burnett, pure gold.

[@sirenmuscle]

I love Carol Burnett! She made me laugh when I was young and still to this day when I am old gives me joy! Her comedy is top notch!

[@user-gi3vz1nz2g]

Such a great funny show great cast perfection

[@charmainegray3023]

A wonderful skit, by 2 great legends

[@nitefox4411]

Well done Sammy Davis and Carol. 2020 and Covid-19 proves we are all more alike than different. The virus does not care about border, race, religion, democrat vs republican, sexual orientation or gender difference. God bless all the world.

[@kystars]

This was the last of the Vaudeville type of shows really. These silly little skits just make everyone laugh and relax. What great talent on the stage and to the writers who these skits up. So GREAT :)

[@MrMenefrego1]

It just hit me that 1987 was the year I lost my wife. RIP Cheri, we had them all fooled. I miss you.

[@kathyh4804]

Everyone in the cast was so multi talented! Carol did an amazing job imitating Shirley Temple! Wow

[@katmarino4120]

Love carol and the cast forever!!!!!!!!😍😍😍

[@susanwest8239]

Carol I love you then and now and forever. Prayers your way.

[@teresajensen9256]

THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER ONE LIKE TIM CONWAY...

[@brendadavis5391]

Never again will there be any better than everyone who was on that show.

[@scootergurl]

There will never be another Carol Burnett either.

[@rainbowgold6410]

Tim Conway was Great!

[@susanwest8239]

Carol I never want you to go away. PLEASE.

[@julieblair168]

WOW, The Carol Burnett Show was really something.

[@garycarpenter2980]

This show was hilarious then and it still is great stars, great comedy, great skits Happy Birthday to you Carol Burnett 👑📺📽️🎭🎥🎞️🎬🎈🪅🎂🎉🎊🎁♀️💥🤡🎇🇺🇸🇺🇳❤️⭐

[@buzzcut101]

The Sammy Davis Jr. skit is one of my best also. It stayed with me for all these decades since seeing it as a teenager. It was well written, well acted, while touching upon race relations and bigotry in this country. The best part, at the end when he says Good Bless you too Mrs Whitley. There was no animus or ill will, just a deep understanding of how some people are racist without knowing they are. It’s what they have learned and live. Still relevant today in 2020.

[@cattycorner8]

Wayne Daten That was Sammy Davis, Jr. PURE CLASS

[@pattiann8989]

I love the carol burnett show and all its characters

[@JacobSnell1998]

What a moment for her to make such a serious yet satirical piece on racism

[@icecol22]

I love Carol Burnett!! I have since I was about 3 or 4 years old (1973 or 1974).My family and I watched her show every Saturday evening. I had this special on VHS.

[@sheiladaniels01able]

Racial ignorance still hurts. But we need to remember to love who we are n to teach our children the same. All mankind are created equal. Jesus loves all of us just the same. Those things will always be my focus. Jesus and his word is what keeps me positive n separated from the bitter hatred n this world.

[@alanchar560]

sheila henriquez j Q

[@marialanier6155]

I agree 👍

[@sheiladaniels01able]

Carol's show was the highlight of my week. Stayed up watching it. I loved this show so much. Sanford and son, the Jeffersons and Good Times best great shows ever to be on TV.

[@lindagriswell6088]

No no no MOnoh

[@samanthagreen5535]

Yeess 😅😂

[@Kite2554]

Loved the plane flight one! Laughed so hard! The first one was funny with Sammy, but too poignant, to get me to laugh out loud...

[@stancurrent8133]

Carol is a great actress as well a wonderful comedian. I love watching her movies and videos from her shows. God Bless the Pidgies.

[@pinksnoopydancer]

Sammy Davis Jr was sooooo talented. he had a heart of gold .

[@cattycorner8]

pinksnoopydancer Yes - a real class act

[@divinekate]

Indeed he did..Who can replace these beautiful souls, like Sammy Davis Jr.? No one.💜

[@johntresize202]

That opening skits brilliance opened the eyes of millions of whites to the injustice of racism . It's so sad that there's little tolerance anymore. Or brilliant writers and performers like this.

[@michellew.7978]

Wow that skit with Sammy and Carol was bold, it should how racism and bigotry is alive and well at that time. She was far beyond her time. I can imagine all the racism Sammy Davis encountered in his day, I can also imagine him smiling through it to hide the pain. Thanks for the upload.

[@mH8675309]

That was pretty good

[@lajas46]

When Sammy started doing Vegas they would not allow him to stay at the hotel, but Frank Sinatra told them that they will allow him to stay and be treated with respect.

[@michellew.7978]

@@lajas46 I can see that. Back then i was told, the mob ran and was owned by the mob and FS had ties with the mob so I can see that happening.

[@tanmaxwell4599]

At that time ?? It's still alive and well Shelly !! If you grew up under that stuff - you expect things to stay the same .When you run into resistance to how you were raised,you'll get offended - like Carol's character was. I still run into old (and baby boomer bigots who grew up under the JIM CROW system of the South- who hate the way things are now )all the time. Then you have their children - who deny their racist beliefs, but will not date nor marry anyone of another race . I understand their view ,for they don't want their family to have race problems.They have been raised to believe a certain way - and are afraid to change - to the point of defending what they believe, quite violently.

[@robynsalaver4069]

@@trentderzerstorer1838 Oh get over yourself. No one is saying white people are expected to take a backseat just because POCs want a place at the table. And POC covers everyone non-white. It's inclusive, not divisive, but you wouldn't understand that. You're too busy freaking out that minorities won't stay in their place. 🙄

[@christinad4432]

That gem in her hair was soo sparkly ! 😍

[@tinahardman9805]

Love the No Frills sketch, just brilliant.

[@dchatoian]

We need more tap dancing and good programming like this!

[@melvinvivian4526]

I enjoyed the skit with Sammy Davis Jr and Carol Burnett the racism skit was awesome in today's society if she had done that today it would be protest marches burnings and every disaster you can think of we come a long way Carol Burnett is one of the best comedians that I know

[@davidwilson599]

Sammy Davis Jr., chock full of talent. RIP. Love Ya!!!

[@bdinchi]

They used to do those big production numbers EVERY WEEK! Hard to imagine that being done today.

[@LisaMMcDonald-up4ek]

I love every one of her shows.

[@sharkbellykelly7956]

I have never been so glad to come upon a YT channel as I am finding this Gem‼️ Born in ‘64 I was raised in front of the TV & The Carol Burnett show was 1 of my favorites‼️ So many wonderful memories & even more laughs‼️It’s still as funny as it was 45+ years ago‼️Thank you Carol & Company, your chemistry on screen was palpable & so appreciated & loved‼️

[@ausendundeinenacht1]

Carol Burnet ...still as funny as it was 45+ years you said Hmmmmmmmmmm Lots of it is shittty , don t u think so? I loved NoFrills Airline though

[@MCV-xg7kc]

Harr Lee ...I’m 67 and I find this very refreshing. Carole and Sammy worked together to make a statement about the absurdity of what is called “racial profiling” today. No f words, no yelling, they stood strong together. It is indeed ridiculous. And sad.

[@beckyshock3099]

I can still hear Sammy Davis sing candy man....... Love that song.

[@suzettecoates5885]

Why is the Candy man song so popular with white folks? And What a wonderful world by Louis Armstrong? I don't care for either song. Great respect for both artists however.

[@cottoncandy4486]

The airline skit made me laugh so load, my stomach ached with laughing.

[@kellycaviness4850]

No matter how many times I watch, when Tim encounters the turbulence, I laugh til I cry!🤣🤣

[@AstralPixie]

"No Frills Airline" was hilarious. Thank you.

[@brooksequine7621]

No Frills ! Fantastic ! !

[@eduardo_corrochio]

One of my favorite sketches they did. Hilarious stuff.

[@jessaca]

Reminds me of Spirit Airlines

[@brooksequine7621]

@@jessaca : Now your remark made me smile ! I'd forgotten about Spirit Airlines and the faux Paux 's on THAT airline ! :::))))))

[@thepixinator2592]

And sadly, still so relevant.

[@mojekino2]

Thank you for sharing the best memories ❤️

[@ENFPerspectives]

Love the airplane sketch so much! 😂😂😂❤

[@peterrutt7409]

I wish that comedy was a partial element of present-day tv programs. So much “reality television” is only what is being seen.

[@stephanielekas583]

Yes thank u .television certainly needs a script

[@stephanielekas583]

Tim and Harvey, I'm laughing out load and that's not easy for me

[@barbarademetropoulos1191]

Carol Burnett was fabulous! Miss these variety shows that they had in back in the day. The plane skit and the last one were terrific!!!

[@susanwest8239]

You both are terrific!!!!

[@jacquetrosper7780]

Wonderful!!!! Sammy and Carol

[@debbirbodner5358]

Love The Carol Burnett Show

[@TroyBrooksPainter]

This was beautifully done. This sketch was like a one act play.

[@needleweave8881]

This show is really great. How come I didn't know about it until now. Thanks to quarantine.

[@shaneluskie]

i know!

[@rosemariemann1719]

Dear Needle Weave, They did 10 years, and thoroughly deserved the appreciation, plus awards. I found them by chance, a few years ago, and one of the first I saw was " Went With The Wind ": Please do a search, it should appear... One of Carol's best ! 😊from England. 😊🇬🇧💕🇺🇲😊

[@jocelynfrenchthompson6922]

Carol is fabulous.

[@hazeldecker622]

That show really was something special.

[@teresajensen9256]

I AGREE. WISH TELEVISION COULD GO BACK TO WHAT IT USED TO BE. MISS THOSE DAYS.

[@lynellemurray7491]

@@teresajensen9256 I miss those days too television show were phenomenal entertainment back then thank God we have great uploads like this to still enjoy it today

[@stemmentor9700]

And didn’t need 300 channels of garbage. Def classic Prime Time TV back then.

[@commonsense571]

Wow Bernadette Peters she’s young like we all were back then😅 what a great show.

[@ob15027]

Thank you for sharing.

[@bettys_dungeon_adventures9197]

wow that skit with sammy was hard to watch. Bravo for carol to tackle racism so honestly and boldly in the 70s

[@alorindanya]

I was thinking the same thing. Bravo for being open about the STUPIDITY of racism.

[@youngspiritsinging]

Ditto. With the times now in the world this is painful to watch.

[@willg4802]

Ok boomer

[@willg4802]

Ok boomer

[@janayasmiles]

I can’t help but think ‘Little Miss Showbiz’ is a big contributeur to the casting decisions for Annie 😂 the best, especially when Carol Burnett butts in on the two. It gives me major ‘Easy Street’ vibes

[@melanieblackelk4252]

I was wondering the same thing!

[@darrellepickering8433]

I remember that skit with Davis. Good proof that you can't go home again.

[@blksnkmoan7469]

I loved The Carol Bennett show growing up . Tim Conway was my Fav.

[@boorat3573]

When Tim played the Dentist & Harvey was in the chair,Tim made Harvey laugh so bad he confessed he actally peed his pants! Love Tim too.

[@iap-ug3oy]

Sammy was fab to do this....I think Carol got the point over beautifully ...made people think...

[@twomblypublishing]

it certainly made me uncomfortable to watch..... which was the intent...humor with a message

[@GlennaVan]

@@twomblypublishing That's kind of where I was also. I know there was a point to be made and Sammy would not have done it had he not agreed. He was as big a star as Carol. It's like when he appeared in "All in the Family," going along with Archie's stupidity - I love his lines about how grateful they were that they got a free voyage to America, but kissing Archie when the photo was taken was absolutely priceless.

[@cattycorner8]

@@GlennaVan Sammy Davis was way bigger than Carol Burnett. He had been world famous since the 1950's. Here's an article about an accident that occurred to him in 1953 - it tells about all the stars that visited him. www.dailybulletin.com/2019/11/16/remembering-sammy-davis-jr-s-car-accident-in-san-bernardino-65-years-later/

[@GlennaVan]

@@cattycorner8 We disagree about Sammy Davis being bigger than Carol Burnett. They are equally as "big" but in different areas and even in different times with a huge overlap in the time period. Unlike Sammy, Carol also started many others on their careers. That does not reduce or increase the greatness of either of them, both Class A people.

[@genia260]

This made me so uncomfortable. I didn’t even see any humor in it at all. This should be taken down... especially now.

[@LearnerChess]

The segment with Sammy Davis was excellent. In the 70's they weren't afraid of tackling racial issues. Sammy did at least one other similar spot on "All In The Family," where Archie Bunker was a huge fan and affectionately referred to Sammy as "The ace of spades." Well, here's part of the episode - kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4rWZKyMqpllkKs Making the episode - kzbin.info/www/bejne/al61eZ6tmZynnc0 The full show - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fITRnomYgr-ljpo

[@stephanielekas583]

That's for sure racism certainly has to be addressed. Carol made fun of bigotry from others ,

[@SkySim]

TV at its finest.

[@lopa2828]

Thanks for the upload. I love Carol.

[@marekabrooks1563]

The first one made me cry!!!! So hurtful. But real life all the same.

[@donnawhetstine1045]

Love it.. Ty for a wonderful night of enjoyment too.. Pls share more and hugs to you & Merry Christmas 2019...

[@paulettarains9694]

I love Sammy R.I.P.

[@theresagreen9855]

You know what the same kind of people are still here nothing has change too much. People think it has I work with the same kind of people. Everyday.

[@deoandbrendareger9795]

Beautiful dress

[@rosemariemann1719]

The black-patronising sketch was serious , poignant in a comedy show.... Sammy's expressions made it so clear how deep-rooted prejudice can't be completely disguised by attempts at compliments...🤔. In the excellent comedy .show, "Frasier", Frasier once did a " role-play " as a black lady expressing resentment about entrenched white attitudes. That WAS funny, but Sammy's portrayal was unexpectedly hard- hitting.... No laughs here... but it needed doing. xx from England. 🇬🇧💕🇺🇲😢🇺🇲💕😊 ...

[@patedwards7934]

Wish this would be on in the afternoon so i could wake up and watch it!!

[@Longshot_NYC]

Sammy Davis Jr was interesting tp watch no matter what he did

[@paulettarains9694]

This is good.

[@cattycorner8]

"Little Miss Showbiz" was great!

[@featherstone8093]

Blessings Prayers and Love to all!

[@lilithrogers5204]

Wow, such fun!! Esp. loved that airplane skit!! Economy--oh no!!

[@brooksequine7621]

"The Pail" , caused me to laugh when I've not laughed in literally weeks ! Thank you ! :::))))))

[@conniemcmurry9589]

Yes, it was really offbeat hilarious, wasn't it ??!!

[@dchatoian]

Brilliant!

[@mvannorden02]

Thanks for the video! ❤️

[@Arianddu]

Her take on Shirley Temple is painfully accurate.

[@cafewa100]

Great entertainment at it's BEST

[@torridd]

That was great!

[@angelawilliams3829]

💘 The Carol Burnett Show.

[@ellebelle6410]

If only First Class was really only $40 more than Coach.

[@jayjay-bz3rr]

I always enjoyed the Funt and Mundane skits

[@1Bornconfused]

The Shirley Temple sketch was an exact rehash of a sketch with Dick Van Dyke when he was a guest on The Carol Burnett Show in the 70s.

[@rescuepetsrule6842]

No surprise to see Davis in that skit- I mean, he WAS the man that kissed Archie Bunker! All In The Family was on almost the same years as Carol's show (started in 68) and was the real ice breaker for racism. I can't believe she picked a tedious skit like the orphan. I would rather have seen The Dentist to show what magic there was with Conway/Korman. Then again, it was good to see Bernadette Peter's talent. Thanks for the post.

[@flenif2247]

The character of Eleanor in the Sammy Davis Jr. sketch still exists today in America! Sadly.

[@lilithrogers5204]

Whew, they don't make them like this anymore do they? .........

[@estrellitasheward9224]

The one with Sammy Davis Jr makes my blood boil. There are people like that really!

[@mvannorden02]

I wonder if deep down Sammy thought that was funny? Just curious. It wouldn't go over well now AT ALL. I love Carol Burnett! Seeing her and Sammy together is so awesome 👍

[@carolcole570]

TexasProud . Well.......I’m white.......and I don’t think it’s appropriate AT ALL ! In fact, it’s downright insulting !

[@mvannorden02]

@@carolcole570 it made me cringe too. It made me sad for him because I know that it bothered him even if he didn't say anything.

[@carolcole570]

TexasProud . I live in Atlanta, and there is something that they do that just drives me CRAZY ! In talking to......an older black.......they will call me “ Miss Carol “. I stop them flat in their tracks !!! “ Do NOT call me that ! Call me ‘Carol ‘ . Calling me Miss Carol sounds like you are taking us back to those despicable slavery days ! “

[@thehashearthasheart7146]

@@carolcole570 I feel exactly the same way!

[@aliceatmidnight7060]

I feel like this skit is Trying to show the ignorance. Not insulting Sammy but the racist lady.

[@Wolfietherrat]

Oh my I love you so.

[@sharonwolfe5210]

Harvey's Barrymore was SPOT on!!!

[@katiezee2]

yes Harvey did a swell Lionel Barrymore in the Showbiz skit.. I wonder if young people even know who he was

[@shashikumarrajput7518]

So funny

[@orchidlilly7518]

The Sammy Davis Jr. episode was an awareness of the Insanity of America then & now!!!!

[@paulabillanes5084]

That was really uncomfortable to watch 😔

[@blksnkmoan7469]

@@trentderzerstorer1838 Do tell What's that supposed to mean

[@maryaslin1143]

I guess I realize from this skit that some people's racism is not recognized by themselves.... Still, it is painful to watch....

[@cindykaywebster4643]

I loved Sammy Davis!

[@cindykaywebster4643]

I love sammy