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Janney's Icon Status: Carol Burnett Inspired Her Career
5 Jul
Summary
- Allison Janney cites Carol Burnett as her biggest acting icon.
- Janney's mother, an actress, was her initial inspiration.
- She recently starred alongside Carol Burnett in Palm Royale.
Actress Allison Janney has shared the influential women who inspired her to pursue a career in show business. At the recent premiere of "Minions & Monsters" in Hollywood, Janney highlighted Carol Burnett as her "biggest icon," expressing deep admiration for her talent. She also named Mary Tyler Moore, Eileen Brennan, and Meryl Streep as significant inspirations.
Janney's own mother, Macy Brooks Janney, was an actress and a supporter of the arts, serving as an early influence. The "Mom" star has had the opportunity to work with some of her idols, including Meryl Streep in "The Hours" and Carol Burnett in the 2024 series "Palm Royale." Janney stated that working with Burnett, in particular, was a lifelong dream and even impressed her father.
Most recently, Janney lent her voice to the animated film "Minions & Monsters," which was released in theaters on July 1. She was drawn to the project by its heartfelt narrative and its numerous Hollywood references. Janney finds the characters' journey of pursuing their own dreams particularly compelling. The film features a star-studded cast, including Pierre Coffin and Christoph Waltz.
