Lily Tomlin on how she developed her popular character Ernestine the telephone operator for the sketch comedy series “Laugh-In.” Interview conducted by Michael Kantor for “Make ‘Em Laugh: The Funny Business of America” (2009). | American Masters
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In 1973, Lily Tomlin was 34 years old—already a breakout star of Laugh-In, where she brought the world unforgettable characters like Ernestine, the sharp-witted phone operator, and Edith Ann, the five-year-old philosopher. During an appearance on The Dick Cavett Show, actor Chad Everett referred to his wife as “the most beautiful animal I own.” Lily didn’t argue. She didn’t lecture. She didn’t even raise her voice. She simply stood up… and walked off the set. Live television. A silent, unmistaka
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50 Years Ago, two Variety Queens shared the stage - and a hilarious comedy sketch - when Lily Tomlin’s legendary Ernestine visited The Cher Show. A perfect collision of wit, glamour, and 70s TV magic. 🌟 #cher #tvshow #70s | The Cher World
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Ernestine Calls Alexei Kosygin Lily Tomlin | Rowan And Martins Laugh-In / Episode 0929-14 (1971) | 800 Pound Gorilla Media
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Lily Tomlin as telephone operator Ernestine "Mr. Vedel" | Flashback Comedy Videos
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Lily Tomlin began her career in stand-up and sketch comedy. In 1969, she got her big break when producer George Schlatter cast her in the hit television series LAUGH-IN. Creating memorable characters like Edith Ann, Ernestine, and Suzie Sorority, made her a household name. This comedy compilation includes her LAUGH-IN audition, as performed on THE AMERICAN COMEDY AWARDS in 1987, as well as some of her best moments from the variety show series. She also makes a guest appearance in a sketch from T
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Happy Birthday, Lily Tomlin ! Lily has played so many wonderful characters over her career, but Ernestine from "Laugh In" tops our list. What's your favorite role? https://imdb.to/2zuo2v6 | IMDb
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