Jazz singer, comedian, and actor Lea DeLaria

By Randy Cohen

Published December 6, 2024 at 10:30 PM EST

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Lea DeLaria is a witty jazz singer, an astute comedian, an admired actor (Orange is the New Black). DeLaria tells us about Carol Burnett and her work.

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