About Carol Burkett
Lived 1945 – 2020 (aged 74). Carol Burkett was an American racing driver.
Carolyn Burkett (May 29, 1945 – April 4, 2020), nicknamed "Bunny", was an American Alcohol Funny Car driver. In 1986, Burkett became only the second woman to win a national title in a professional class, following Shirley Muldowney.
History Burkett was one of only a small number of women drag racing in professional classes.
Burkett got her nickname, "Bunny", because she had been a Playboy Club hostess.
Burkett died on April 4, 2020, of natural causes.
Personal life Burkett was married, with two daughters.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Carol Burkett?
American drag racer
When was Carol Burkett born?
Carol Burkett was born on 29 May 1945 in Franklin, West Virginia.
When did Carol Burkett die?
Carol Burkett died on 4 April 2020.
What was Carol Burkett's occupation?
Carol Burkett was a racing driver.
What nationality was Carol Burkett?
Carol Burkett was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Carol Burkett. https://biography.guide/carol-burkett/
MLA: "Carol Burkett." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/carol-burkett/.
Chicago: "Carol Burkett." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/carol-burkett/.
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