Hey Hollywooders! What’s Good in the ‘Wood? The new year embraces new moments and relives old memories. On January 17, Hollywood came together to honor Betty White’s 100th birthday. Although Betty passed before her birthday on December 31, 2021, celebrities still wanted to celebrate her legacy.
Celebrities from around the globe spent their day commemorating Betty White’s heavenly birthday.
Betty White is celebrated with her own film
On January 17, the Betty White documentary, Betty White: A Celebration, was released in theaters worldwide. In this film, audiences follow the life and career of beloved Betty. Throughout the movie, the actress takes us through behind-the-scenes moments on shows like The Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Golden Girls, Hot in Cleveland, and her hosting gig on SNL. Viewers also get to see Betty pursue her other passion: advocating for animals. The documentary included a video of Betty’s final days, as she gives love and thanks to people who have supported her.
The movie features stars like Ryan Reynolds, Carol Burnett, Tina Fey, Morgan Freeman, Jennifer Love Hewitt, and the late Alex Trebek among others.
The film premiered exclusively in theaters only on January 17, and there has been no announcement whether the film will be available to stream or rent.
Celebrities honor Betty White on social media
Betty White touched many lives in Hollywood through her kindness, talent, and humor. Celebrities took to social media on her birthday to share their appreciation for Betty White.
Life is precious, and so are the friends that we meet along the way. Happy Heavenly Birthday tomorrow Betty White! You will always be treasured! pic.twitter.com/0Q31oH72A4
— Morgan Freeman (@morgan_freeman) January 16, 2022
Nothing could stop Betty from dancing.
Happy 100th Birthday to the incomparable Betty White 🤍 Tune in to our all-day marathon and celebrate the love and laughter she continued to bring to The Carol Burnett Show 🤍 We love you, Betty pic.twitter.com/rugEpIBxwl
— Carol Burnett (@imcarolburnett) January 17, 2022
What a powerful duo.
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She was so beautiful.
For Betty: 🎂(times a hundred) #DonateToAnAnimalCharityInHerName pic.twitter.com/QFX7DGBnTC
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) January 17, 2022
Even Luke Skywalker loved Betty!
Many are missed, but very few are never forgotten. We will never forget you, Betty White. Thank you for always being YOU. pic.twitter.com/Cb5SBPqJHt
— Kathie Lee Gifford (@KathieLGifford) January 17, 2022
She’s so precious.
Happy Birthday, Betty!!! Thank you for being a friend to animals! Xo #BettyWhiteChallenge https://t.co/0CVfdX6dZc
— Trisha Yearwood (@trishayearwood) January 17, 2022
What a great way to honor Betty’s legacy.
The world witnessed Betty White’s last photo
Betty White’s assistant, Kiersten Mikelas, shared the final photo taken of the late star to Facebook.
“I wanted to share this photo of Betty,” Kiersten writes. “It was taken on 12/20/21. I believe it’s one of the last photos of her. She was radiant and beautiful and as happy as ever. Thanks to all of you who are doing kind things today and every day to make the world a better place.”
The photo shows Betty in good spirits which makes the image even more meaningful. Betty White was spreading all of her love, even in her final days.
Fans also shared their love for Betty White
In her career, Betty White impacted so many people, even if they never met her. Fans took to social media to celebrate the icon and thank her for all she’s done for Hollywood, animals, and for the world.
she would’ve been 100 years old today. happy birthday to the first lady of television, betty white. you’ll forever be our golden girl. pic.twitter.com/qoecbfjiMV
— khalia. (@NINETIESRNB) January 17, 2022
Golden Girl Betty has a nice ring to it.
Remembering Betty White on what would have been her 100th birthday. I loved her so much. I am celebrating watching #TheMaryTylerMooreShow and #TheGoldenGirls. #BettyWhite #BettyWhiteDay #BettyWhite100 pic.twitter.com/pcDEoibc4Z
— Aaron J. (@TheRealAJ_) January 18, 2022
A day watching The Mary Tyler Moore Show and The Golden Girls is a day well spent.
Home town hero Betty White’s 100th birthday was celebrated in Oak Park today. Cindi Fee, singer of the Golden Girls theme led the crowd in a rendition of the song. pic.twitter.com/lHZemBBZkf
— Todd Bannor (@BannorTodd) January 15, 2022
Time to get out the tissues.
Educated Luke on the wonderful Betty white. Happy heavenly 100th birthday #BettyWhite pic.twitter.com/irfHf7on9y
— katelyn (@katelynxcifelli) January 18, 2022
Betty would’ve loved this.
Happy birthday Betty White ♥️😭 I googled her name and almost cried pic.twitter.com/RROhMIZJ55
— Nicole (@HybridNickel) January 17, 2022
What a wonderful way to remember her.
happy heavenly birthday to betty white; we all miss you terribly pic.twitter.com/8RX2bjefC2
— alex 🎞🖤 (@james_mcavoys) January 17, 2022
We’ll miss you forever.
Thank you, Betty White, for all that you’ve done. We will remember you fondly.
