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What was Rosie O'Donnell's earlier work?
Rosie O'Donnell toured as a stand-up comedian in clubs from 1979 to 1984. She got her first big break on Star Search, explaining on Larry King Live
Was Rosie O'Donnell successful as a stand-up comedian from 1979 to 1984?
Rosie O'Donnell participated in Star Search and won five weeks in a row. this gave her national exposure.
What is Star Search?
Star Search is an American television show was a that was produced by T.P.E., Rysher Entertainment, from 1983 to 1995, hosted by Ed McMahon, and created by Al Masini.

Question: did she do any other work?
Self-contained rewrite: Did Rosie O'Donnell do any other work besides participating in Star Search?