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Carol Burnett Reflects on SNL Snub and Sexism

9/30/2025

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Burnett says she was never invited to host Saturday Night Live (SNL), hinting at Lorne Michaels.
In a profile, she questions sexism's role and notes Amy Poehler's support.
The Carol Burnett Show set a sketch precedent before SNL's 1975 debut.
Michaels defended SNL's diversity; Burnett said she won't host now, 'that ship has sailed,' and content deemed 'too Carol Burnett'.

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Story summary

Burnett says she was never invited to host Saturday Night Live (SNL), hinting at Lorne Michaels.
In a profile, she questions sexism's role and notes Amy Poehler's support.
The Carol Burnett Show set a sketch precedent before SNL's 1975 debut.
Michaels defended SNL's diversity; Burnett said she won't host now, 'that ship has sailed,' and content deemed 'too Carol Burnett'.