Betty White: A Hollywood Icon

When we think of beloved Hollywood monsters, few people come close to Betty White. An iconic actress, comedian and author who has been a star of the small screen for decades, it is no surprise that Betty remains a fan favorite. Here is a look at her long career and what happened to Betty White.

Early Beginnings

Betty White was born on January 17th, 1922 in Oak Park, Illinois, to Horace White and Tess Cachikis. She had an early interest in acting, appearing in her first motion picture, “A Rainy Day at the Studio”, when she was only seven years old. She went on to attend Cedars of Lebanon Hospital School of Nursing and worked as a dietician before moving to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment.

Early Career

White began her professional career in 1939, appearing as a bit player in a series of films, and eventually progressing to shows like “The Stu Erwin Show” and “The Unexpected”. In 1951, she had a recurring role on the show “Life With Elizabeth”, which marked the start of her long and successful career. She went on to host her own show, “The Betty White Show”, as well as writing books, such as “The Story of Mary Tyler Moore” and “Right from the Heart”.

A Star on the Rise

In the late 1950s, Betty White’s star began to rise. She took on a role as Sue Ann Nivens on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” in 1973, which earned her two Emmy Awards. She then appeared in the sitcom “The Golden Girls”, and went on to host “Saturday Night Live”, becoming the oldest person in history to do so. White continued to work steadily over the years in films, television shows and commercials, and is even an author.

What Happened To Betty White?

White has continued to work in entertainment throughout the years, and remains just as beloved as ever. She has appeared in numerous films and voices animated characters, and has even made cameos in shows like “The Simpsons” and “Family Guy”. She is also a force to be reckoned with on social media, and her official Facebook page has over 12 million followers. Betty White is living proof that age is nothing but a number, and that success and fame can be achieved at any age.