Carol Burnett's 'Palm Royale' Character Twist Reveals 'Not So Evil After All'
In a shocking turn of events, Carol Burnett's character Norma in the Apple TV series "Palm Royale" has been revealed to be not who everyone thought she was. In a dramatic plot twist, it is discovered that Norma is actually Agnes, Linda Dern's mother.
According to an interview with Burnett and her co-star Vicki Lawrence, the truth about Norma's identity was finally revealed in the latest episode of "Palm Royale". The show's creator, Abe Sylvia, had been working on a second season when he came up with the idea for Agnes, and Lawrence was cast as Lotte.
Burnett reveals that the origin of her character's name is rooted in her own experience. When she first got her show in 1967, CBS vice president refused to give her an hour-long comedy variety show, but instead suggested a sitcom called "Here's Agnes." Burnett says, "I didn't want to be Agnes every week; I wanted to have a comedy variety show."
The iconic turban that Norma wears has become a signature look for the character. According to Burnett, it was an accident - she told the wig maker to just stick a turban on her head instead of making her a new one.
Lawrence shares that she used Dr. Ruth Westheimer as inspiration for Lotte's accent. "I looked up Dr. Ruth on YouTube and thought, 'That's what I need,' she says. The two actresses praise each other, with Lawrence saying Burnett taught her the importance of having fun in show business.
The plot twist adds a new layer to Norma's character, making her more complex and interesting. It's a nod to classic variety shows like "The Carol Burnett Show" that aired during the 1960s and 1970s.
In a shocking turn of events, Carol Burnett's character Norma in the Apple TV series "Palm Royale" has been revealed to be not who everyone thought she was. In a dramatic plot twist, it is discovered that Norma is actually Agnes, Linda Dern's mother.
According to an interview with Burnett and her co-star Vicki Lawrence, the truth about Norma's identity was finally revealed in the latest episode of "Palm Royale". The show's creator, Abe Sylvia, had been working on a second season when he came up with the idea for Agnes, and Lawrence was cast as Lotte.
Burnett reveals that the origin of her character's name is rooted in her own experience. When she first got her show in 1967, CBS vice president refused to give her an hour-long comedy variety show, but instead suggested a sitcom called "Here's Agnes." Burnett says, "I didn't want to be Agnes every week; I wanted to have a comedy variety show."
The iconic turban that Norma wears has become a signature look for the character. According to Burnett, it was an accident - she told the wig maker to just stick a turban on her head instead of making her a new one.
Lawrence shares that she used Dr. Ruth Westheimer as inspiration for Lotte's accent. "I looked up Dr. Ruth on YouTube and thought, 'That's what I need,' she says. The two actresses praise each other, with Lawrence saying Burnett taught her the importance of having fun in show business.
The plot twist adds a new layer to Norma's character, making her more complex and interesting. It's a nod to classic variety shows like "The Carol Burnett Show" that aired during the 1960s and 1970s.
! so I was watching it and literally half way through I'm thinking 'wait what just happened' and then BAM they drop the bomb that Norma is actually Agnes lol what a twist! 
I love how it ties back to Carol Burnett's roots with that "Here's Agnes" thing from her old show, so cool. 
and can we talk about how iconic that turban looks? Vicki Lawrence killing it as Lotte too, I mean Dr Ruth Westheimer vibes for sure 
. this plot twist makes me wanna binge the whole series again ASAP 
I'm so surprised by this twist in Palm Royale! I was totally shipping Norma as Agnes, it makes sense now, especially with how Burnett originally wanted to have a variety show and not be stuck playing one character all the time. The turban thing is hilarious too, who knew it was just an accident? 
. And can we talk about how cool it is that Vicki Lawrence got to play Lotte and was inspired by Dr. Ruth? 
. It's amazing how these actresses are supporting each other and having so much fun on set. I'm definitely tuning in to see what happens next! 
. I'm so here for more of these twists and turns in Palm Royale 
. Can't wait to see what's next for Norma/Agnes! 
The whole turban thing is straight fire btw... just imagine the wig maker's face when Burnett was all "just stick a turban on her head" 
This plot twist actually kinda makes me wanna rewatch The Carol Burnett Show... not that I haven't already. 
and omg Carol Burnett's story behind her character's name is so iconic 