Betty White
- Born: 17 Jan, 1922
A beloved comic actor and game show panelist, Betty White has demonstrated a wide versatility in numerous successful sitcoms. Her TV career dates back to the early days of the medium, starting on local L.A. TV in 1949 before scoring her first series success in "Life With Elizabeth" (1952-55). Starting in radio in the 40s, White's voice and presence were tailor-made for the camera as well, and she alternated between sitcoms and panel and game shows. In the early 50s, she could be seen on such quiz shows as "Dick Haynes' Joke Shop", "Grab Your Phone" and "Make the Connection". White was long married to the late Allen Ludden, host of "Password" and other such shows.
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FAMILY & COMPANIONS
- father Horace White:
- mother Tess White:
- step-son David Ludden:
- step-daughter Martha Ludden:
- step-daughter Sarah Ludden:
- husband Richard Barker: married in 1945; separated after four months; divorced
- husband Lane Allen: married in 1947; divorced 1949
- husband Allen Ludden: met in 1961 when she appeared on "Password"; acted together in summer stock; married on Easter in 1963; died of stomach cancer on June 9, 1981 at age 63
- Michael Donaldson:
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