Vicki Lawrence
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Vicki Lawrence has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Good Hang with Amy Poehler (Feb 2026). Burnett recounts discovering Lawrence via a fan letter and hiring her for The Carol Burnett Show, illustrating Burnett’s eye for talent and mentorship.
Vicki Lawrence, sometimes credited as Vicki Lawrence Schultz, is an American actress, comedian, and singer. She played the title character Mama in the NBC sitcom Mama's Family. The Mama character originated from one of the characters Lawrence played on CBS's The Carol Burnett Show from 1967 to 1978, and was one of many she created for the variety show.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Feb 2026 on Good Hang with Amy Poehler |
| Role | Actor, comedian, singer |
| Affiliation | The Carol Burnett Show (cast member); The Mama's Family |
Who talks about Vicki Lawrence on podcasts?
Vicki Lawrence came up; the most recent mention was Feb 2026 on Good Hang with Amy Poehler.