These women found immense success in an often male-dominated industry while epitomizing class.
1. Betty White
From the "Golden Girls" to "Hot in Cleveland," Betty has proven to be one of the greatest comedians of all time. Not to mention her impressive animal charity work and the fact that she's still acting at age 92. Bow down to Betty.
2. Ellen Degeneres
Ellen has stood up to immense amounts of hate and bigotry and won. Her sense of humor is unparalleled and she has bettered the world in countless ways.
3. Lucille Ball
She paved the way for countless women comedians and is an icon. Plus, she had to deal with that whole being accused of being a communist thing and she still kept her cool (slow clap).
4. Tina Fey
First female head writer for SNL, best-selling author, philanthropist. Tina Fey has spoken out about countless issues while acting and writing hit TV shows and movies. She definitely is one to look up to.
5. Amy Poehler
Also best-selling author, 15 time Emmy award nominee, and all around pretty awesome individual. Her unique sense of humor has translated well into TV and film. She has been named one of TIME's "100 Most Influential People in the World."
6. Wanda Sykes
Between battling breast cancer, fighting for gay rights and working with PETA, Wanda Sykes was named one of the "25 Most Funny People in America" by Entertainment Weekly.
7. Carol Burnett
Despite a rough childhood, Carol Burnett went on to have a memorable career in television, theater and film. She is widely regarded as a groundbreaker for women comedians.
Who says women can't be funny?
