Carol Burnett - The Family: "The Flashback" (Uncut)

Hats off to the incredible talent of Vicki Lawrence !.... Her transformation into the character of Mama is nothing short of amazing . She was so very young, just a teenager when she was hired to be on the `Carol Burnett Show`... I remember hearing Carol Burnett say in an interview that they did nothing to Vicki except put her in a gray wig and some padding under her old lady dress and gave her some glasses and she became mama...... She really made you believe she was a old cranky lady . Also she was so very versatile that she could play any character so well. I wish she could be honored with some type of prestigious award or big tribute while she`s still here. She deserves it !

Vicki truly owned that character

Most Eunice skits tread a very fine line between comedy and tragedy. It's a delicate balancing act and all three actors handle it with finesse.

I can’t believe Vicki was only 24 here! Absolutely brilliant. Comedy gold!!

I find nothing on any networks these days as funny as these real comedic talents!

"Welcome to the club..." One of the greatest moments in the entire Family's peerless saga...

The glory years of television- the 1970s. TV programs were fun, educational, entertaining. Miss those days.

Vicki Lawrence is absolutely a great actress. She has Mama so funny in every scene.

No wonder I was hooked on the Carol Burnett show as a kid; this is some good stuff!

Carol and Vicky were the best, they are wonderful.

I was a teenager and loved watching this!! God Bless Carol Burnett!!

Can anyone imagine having them as neighbors? I would be entertained and laugh my eyes out.

This show was timeless so you know. Vicki Lawrence was and will forever be remembered as Mama.

I used to watch Carol Burnett Saturday nights and I'd laugh my head off!

I remember this skit when it was new...as a child and teen I never missed an episode of The Carol Burnett Show. My whole family watched it.It is a classic.

I don't know why these skits are always so comforting to me. I love this show.

Mama yelling at Carl sitting on the toilet was too funny.

Absolutely classic comedy. I wish mama and Eunice could do just a few more shows for their loyal fans.

They did an incredible job making and developing these characters. Aside from dialogue, the facial expressions and deliveries are outstanding.

I was 22 & getting ready for my own wedding in a couple of months; just graduated from college. Time flies!