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Hollywood Legend Betty White Dies at 99

Ron K — Sat, 01 Jan 2022 06:30:00 +0000

Betty White, the legendary actress who will always be remembered for her light humor and charm, passed away at the age of 99. The death of the Golden Girls star took Hollywood by storm and many of her past collaborators paid tribute to the comedy icon and sent condolences to her family.

White died just weeks shy of her 100th birthday at her home in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles. Her passing was announced in a statement shared by her agent Jeff Witjas.

“Even though Betty was about to be 100, I thought she would live forever…I don’t think Betty ever feared passing because she always wanted to be with her most beloved husband Allen Ludden. She believed she would be with him again,” said Witjas to PEOPLE.

White’s death sent shockwaves through Hollywood because she was one of the biggest comedy stars of her generation, whose career spend spanned eight decades. Ryan Reynolds, Sandra Bullock, Reese Witherspoon, Viola Davis, and Robert Redford were only some of the countless stars who bid her farewell.

Betty White became a household name during the ’70s while starring on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and went on to find an even bigger success with Golden Girls. Her filmography also includes the sitcom Hot in Cleveland, the movie The Proposal, and a long list of voice roles.

We are heartbroken over the death of Betty White, who died today at 99. We have lost a truly magnificent performer and humanitarian. White was the 46th recipient of the SAG Life Achievement award, given for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment, in 2009. pic.twitter.com/ohWdQVVC5h
— SAG-AFTRA (@sagaftra) December 31, 2021

The world looks different now. She was great at defying expectation. She managed to grow very old and somehow, not old enough. We’ll miss you, Betty. Now you know the secret. pic.twitter.com/uevwerjobS
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) December 31, 2021

RIP Betty White! Man did I think you would live forever. You blew a huge hole in this world that will inspire generations. Rest in glorious peace….you’ve earned your wings https://t.co/7wpeLHgySy
— Viola Davis (@violadavis) December 31, 2021

So sad to hear about Betty White passing. I loved watching her characters that brought so much joy. Thank you, Betty, for making us all laugh! https://t.co/iOkmHLrW21
— Reese Witherspoon (@ReeseW) December 31, 2021

I Watched Her on her first TV Show “Life With Elizabeth”When I Was 7 Yrs Old.When She Did S&C I Got a Chance To Tell Her. I Was Embarrassed cause tears came to my eyes.She put her arms around me, & I Felt 7 again.
Some Ppl Are Called ICONS,
BETTY IS A TRUE ICON.
— Cher (@cher) December 31, 2021

Oh Dear Lord. Heaven just got a new superstar to celebrate with tonight! An icon, a legend, a trailblazer, a badass, and a ray of sunshine who gifted us creative genius, joy and laughter for 99 years. Thank you for your bold and generous spirit. Rest In Peace #BettyWhite pic.twitter.com/ng2gHB8K5K
— kerry washington (@kerrywashington) December 31, 2021

1) Betty White. Where do I begin? I’ve known her long, but I think the first time I met her was when she was a guest star on Suddenly Susan in the late 90s. Everyone was very excited she was on the show. I had accidentally parked in her parking spot that day. She walks in…
— Kathy Griffin (@kathygriffin) December 31, 2021

Man, 2021, you just couldn’t slip out without one more punch in the face, could you? So sad to hear comedy legend Betty White has passed. It’s hard to imagine a world without her. It’ll be a much less funny place, that’s for sure. RIP Genius Betty. https://t.co/7oFn6q5jWI
— Paul Feig (@paulfeig) December 31, 2021

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