Who Was Betty White?

From 1939 to 2021, actress Betty White was one of the most beloved performers in the entertainment industry. She starred in fan-favourite television shows like The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and also blockbuster movies like Toy Story 4 and The Proposal. Over her decades long career, Betty White won Emmy awards, was named an honorary mayor of Hollywood, earned a star on the Walk of Fame, and set the Guinness World Record for woman with the longest TV career ever. Off-screen, Betty advocated for animal rights, racial justice, and LGBTQIA rights. Learn about her legendary life in this book for young readers. See more