20 Trailblazing TV Shows That Changed the Way We See Women

With the debut of The Carol Burnett Show on September 11, 1967, Burnett became the first woman in television history to host a variety sketch show. The program's format thrilled audiences by offering huge guest stars and lots of music as well as parodies of commercials, films, and television. Over its eleven-season run, the show earned 25 Primetime Emmy Awards, including three for outstanding variety-music/comedy series. In addition, triple-threat Carol Burnett won four Golden Globe Awards and the show itself received four other awards, including best television show – comedy or musical.

Watch The Carol Burnett Show at CBS All Access.