Carol Burnett Still Going Strong at 91: Hollywood Icon Vows to Continue as Long as the Fun Lasts

Despite her advanced age, legendary comedian and actress Carol Burnett shows no signs of slowing down. At 91, she remains committed to her Hollywood career, driven by her unwavering passion for performing. In an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital, Burnett shared her reasons for staying in the spotlight and revealed the A-listers she still dreams of working with.

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Carol Burnett Still Going Strong at 91: Hollywood Icon Vows to Continue as Long as the Fun Lasts

At 91, Carol Burnett remains a vibrant force in Hollywood. The veteran comedian and actress has no intention of retiring, as she continues to find joy in bringing laughter and heart to audiences. Speaking at her Hand and Footprint Ceremony at TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, Burnett candidly expressed her unwavering commitment to her craft.

"Well, as long as it's going to be fun. I'm in it for fun," Burnett declared, her eyes twinkling with enthusiasm.

Carol Burnett Still Going Strong at 91: Hollywood Icon Vows to Continue as Long as the Fun Lasts

Burnett's latest project is "Palm Royale," an Apple TV+ comedy-drama series that has been renewed for a second season. The star-studded cast includes Kristen Wiig, Allison Janney, Ricky Martin, Laura Dern, Josh Lucas, and Kaia Gerber. Burnett's decision to join the series was an easy one, given the caliber of her fellow performers.

"All they had to do was say who was in it and I said, ‘I’m there.' I don't care what you want me to do," she exclaimed. "I said, ‘I’m in," after she was told about the star-studded cast. "Then I read the script, and so that was the cherry on top of the sundae. So, I'm thrilled with coming back a second season."

Carol Burnett Still Going Strong at 91: Hollywood Icon Vows to Continue as Long as the Fun Lasts

Despite her decades of experience in Hollywood, Burnett still has a few dream collaborations on her bucket list. "Oh, there's quite a few," she admitted. "I would say Meryl Streep because she's funny and boy, can she sing. George Clooney — for obvious reasons. Bradley Cooper — for obvious reasons."

Burnett's career has spanned over 60 years, during which she has worked with countless talented individuals. She expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to have shared the screen with so many renowned artists.

Carol Burnett Still Going Strong at 91: Hollywood Icon Vows to Continue as Long as the Fun Lasts

"I'm just so lucky," she said, reflecting on her career. "I've had the good fortune of working with, in my career, over all those 300 people, because of my show. Eleven years, two guest stars a week."

At the TCL Chinese Theatre ceremony, Burnett shared a heartfelt speech, recalling her childhood memories of visiting the iconic landmark with her grandmother. She expressed her disbelief at being able to leave her own mark in the form of handprints and footprints in the sidewalk.

Carol Burnett Still Going Strong at 91: Hollywood Icon Vows to Continue as Long as the Fun Lasts

"I never dreamed in a million years of being able to put my handprints and footprints in the ground 80 years later," she said, her voice filled with emotion.

Burnett extended her gratitude to her family and friends for attending the ceremony and acknowledged the support of her "Better Call Saul" co-stars and her "Palm Royale" co-star, Laura Dern.

Carol Burnett Still Going Strong at 91: Hollywood Icon Vows to Continue as Long as the Fun Lasts

"Thank you, from the bottom of my heart," Burnett told Dern. ".