Overview

• Deborah Vance experiences a panic attack during dress rehearsal for her late-night show debut, highlighting the immense pressure of her historic role.
• Carol Burnett makes a celebrated cameo, offering advice on managing stage fright by focusing on a single supportive audience member.
• Deborah successfully applies Burnett’s advice during her premiere by centering her performance on Ava Daniels, her head writer and emotional anchor.
• The episode, filmed at the historic TV City studio where 'The Carol Burnett Show' was produced, underscores the legacy of female comedians.
• Producers and cast describe Burnett’s appearance as a 'bucket-list dream,' praising her comedic influence and sharpness even decades into her career.