Beloved actress Betty White passed away on New Year’s Eve at the age of 99. The Emmy-winning star of The Golden Girls died just weeks before her 100th birthday on January 17. Her milestone birthday was going to be celebrated with a once-in-a-lifetime movie event titled Betty White: 100 Years Young – A Birthday Celebration.
Betty White was adored all across the globe, and she was very much adored in Hollywood as well. Upon the news of her passing, celebrities paid tribute to the unforgettable actress with touching messages and remembrances. Read on for some of Hollywood’s heartfelt tributes in honor of Betty:
Sandra Bullock:
“I don’t drink vodka… but I will tonight, on ice, with a slice of lemon with a hot dog on the other side and just be ok being sad. I’ll have to but some rose colored glasses because Betty was that for all of us.”
Ryan Reynolds:
“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.”
Craig T. Nelson:
“I am so sad to hear the news of Betty White’s passing. It is such a shock. Working with her on The Proposal was such a joy. I loved making her laugh. I am so glad that we became friends.”
Carl Burnett:
“I loved Betty very, very much. The world has lost one in a million.”
Bob Newhart:
“I had the honor of working with Betty on the series Bob and the finale of Hot In Cleveland. Betty was a regular on Jack Paar’s late night show and in 1960 she was there when I did my first stand-up on national television. Betty practically invented television and was a total pro. We lost a giant one today.”
Wendie Malick:
“It was an honor and a joy to spend 6 years with the brilliant and beautiful Betty. Couldn’t have asked for a better role model, and a more generous friend.”
Debra Messing:
“I grew up watching and being delighted by her. She was playful and daring and smart. We all knew this day would come but it doesn’t take away the feeling of loss. A national treasure, indeed. Fly with the Angels.”
George Takei:
“Our national treasure, Betty White, has passed just before her 100th birthday. Our Sue Ann Nivens, our beloved Rose Nylund, has joined the heavens to delight the stars with her inimitable style, humor, and charm. A great loss to us all. We shall miss her dearly.”
Mia Farrow:
“Once I was in a Beverly Hills restaurant & Betty White sat down at the table next to mine. I didn’t want to bother her. But after a few minutes she tapped me on the shoulder and with that radiant smile said ‘Hello! I’m Betty White.’ People don’t do that in BH. I just love her.”
Mark Ruffalo:
“As is 2021 wasn’t bad enough. Rest In Peace, Queen Betty White.”
Sarah Jessica Parker:
“Betty White. Sue Ann Nivens. And everything else. Plus the joy. A treasure. RIP.”
Kerry Washington:
“BETTY WHITE. 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. It was an absolute privilege of a lifetime to get to work with you and witness your comedy brilliance IN PERSON at the SNL 40th Anniversary. A moment I will forever treasure. Thank you for your bold and generous spirit. Rest In Peace.”
Ellen DeGeneres:
“What an exceptional life. I’m grateful for every second I got to spend with Betty White. Sending love to her family, friends and all of us.”
Seth Meyers:
“RIP Betty White, the only SNL host I ever saw get a standing ovation at the after party. A party at which she ordered a vodka and a hotdog and stayed til the bitter end.”
Viola Davis:
“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.”
Pat Sajak:
“God, I loved her!”
Diane Kruger:
“Nooooooo…!!! She was supposed to live forever!!! As if the end of this year couldn’t get worse and then it did. Thank you for the joy you brought. I love you forever.”
Dionne Warwick:
“Another brilliant talent has made her transition. I had the pleasure of getting to know Betty White and shared a few giggles with her. May she rest in well-earned peace.”
Ryan Seacrest:
“All of us in Times Square and around the world are grieving the loss of Betty White. She was a TV pioneer who paved the way for so many people. Beyond that, she showed us what you can accomplish in a lifetime through kindness and humor. Rest in peace to a true American icon.”
Conan O’Brien:
“God bless Betty White. As my mom would say, ‘we were so lucky to have her.’”
Thank you, Ms. Betty White. Rest In Paradise.
