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Betty White, the legendary American actress and comedian, passed away on 31 December 2021 at the age of 99, just weeks before she would have turned 100. She died peacefully at her home in Los Angeles after suffering a stroke several days earlier. News of her death sparked an enormous wave of grief and tributes across the world, with fans, fellow actors, and public figures remembering her as a symbol of kindness, humor, and longevity in entertainment.
Her career spanned more than eight decades, making her one of the longest-working performers in television history. Betty White began her television career in the late 1940s and gained early fame as a co-host of Hollywood on Television. She later became a household name with iconic roles such as Sue Ann Nivens on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Rose Nylund on The Golden Girls, and Elka Ostrovsky on Hot in Cleveland.
Known for her sharp comic timing and warmth, she won multiple Emmy Awards and remained active in television and film well into her 90s. Beyond acting, she was also a pioneering female producer and a lifelong advocate for animal welfare.
Betty White was preceded in death by her husband, television host Allen Ludden, whom she married in 1963. She did not have children. She is survived by a vast legacy of work, generations of fans, and a lasting impact on television comedy and popular culture that continues to inspire performers around the world.
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