As the first anniversaryBetty White’sdeathat 99 years old approaches, White’s longtime friend andMama’s Familycostar Vicki Lawrence, 73, remembers the laughs they shared, Betty’s devotion to animals and whyThe Golden Girls' star loved being called a “great broad.”
After I bought a dog from a pet store window, I got a lecture from you about rescue dogs who needed love. What was I thinking? I want you to know that every dog since then has been a rescue. We have two crazy mutts now.
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When we were doingMama’s Family, you told me about a new pilot — “I think this is going to be the one,” you said — and I lost you toThe Golden Girls. Wow, itwasthe one. So many young people are still devoted to it.
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I miss being able to pick up the phone and talk. I’m getting older too, and nobody tells you how complicated this half of your life is. Boy, would I be asking you a lot of questions. I always used to say, “I hope I grow up to be Betty White.” I feel so lucky to have known you.
source: people.com
