In downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, there is a famous statue honoring which actress?
Lucille Ball
Penny Marshall
Carol Burnett
Mary Tyler Moore
Fact: A bronze statue of Mary Tyler Moore stands in downtown Minneapolis, honoring the iconic opening scene from The Mary Tyler Moore Show in which Moore’s character joyfully tosses her hat into the air. Although much of the series was filmed in California, Minneapolis served as the show’s setting and became closely associated with its optimistic spirit. Unveiled in 2002, the statue has become a popular landmark and tribute to one of television’s most beloved sitcoms, which helped redefine the portrayal of independent working women on TV.
Correct Answer: Mary Tyler Moore