Two generations of comedy greats – Carol Burnett and Kristen Wiig talked about humor and legacy. The two funny ladies sat down for an interview together, where they discussed the art of comedy and expressed their admiration for each other’s body of work and comedic gifts. Watch the short but insightful clip to listen to Carol and Kristen talk about the art of comedy.

It has been said that comedy is much more challenging to do than drama. That’s because everyone has a different sense of humor. What one person finds hilarious will likely not be the same thing that makes the next guy double over in laughter. So, when someone has been able to have and sustain a long career in comedy, you know they have a ton of talent.

One woman whose comedic talent is undeniable is Carol Burnett. If there were a Mt. Rushmore for comedy, she would most certainly be on it. Her legendary show, The Carol Burnett Show, continues to make people laugh all these years later. It’s hard to keep a straight face while watching one of the show’s many classic skits.

Similarly, Kristen, best known for her years on Saturday Night Live, is also a very funny lady. In addition to her many iconic characters on the long-running sketch show, she wrote and starred in one of the funniest films of the last 10 years or so, “Bridesmaids.” In a clip posted on YouTube, the two women sat down to discuss comedy and why they admire each other so much.

Of course, whenever Kristen or the interviewer heaped any praise on Carol, she sidestepped it, deflected it and was extremely modest. Even when Kristen said that The Carol Burnett Show inspired her to get into comedy, Carol said she would have done well in comedy regardless. Talent will always win out, Carol contended.

Job 8:21 “The time will come when your mouth will be full of laughing, and cries of joy will come from your lips.”