Betty White, beloved actress and comedian whose career in the entertainment industry spanned over nine decades, has died at the age of 99.
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- Betty White, beloved actress and comedian whose career in the entertainment industry spanned over nine decades, died at the age of 99, her agent told Spectrum News on Friday
- Entertainers, politicians, comedians, actors and more took to social media to honor White, who would have celebrated her 100th birthday on Jan. 17, 2022
- President Joe Biden called White’s death a “shame,” and first lady Dr. Jill Biden added: “Who didn’t love Betty White? We’re so sad about her death”
- Ryan Reynolds, who starred alongside White in the 2009 comedy "The Proposal," said "the world looks different now" following White's death
The news, first reported by TMZ, was confirmed by her agent, Jeff Witjas, Friday afternoon.
Remembrances from every corner of the industry soon came pouring in following news of White’s death, who was set to celebrate her 100th birthday on Jan. 17, 2022.
Condolences even came from President Joe Biden, who called White’s death a “shame.”
"She was a lovely lady," President Biden added.
First Lady Dr. Jill Biden added: “Who didn’t love Betty White? We’re so sad about her death.”
Here are some tributes from fellow entertainers:
Andy Cohen
Ryan Reynolds
Dan Rather
Seth Meyers
Reese Witherspoon
Zelda Williams
George Takei
Kathy Griffin
Ellen DeGeneres
Henry Winkler
LeVar Burton
Mike Birbiglia
Rosie O'Donnell
Julie Packard
Josh Gad
Bernice King
Rosanna Arquette
Paul Reubens
Viola Davis
Dionne Warwick
Conan O'Brien
Mia Farrow
Pauley Perrette
This is a developing story. Check back later for further updates.