“It's your outlook on life that counts. If you take yourself lightly and don't take yourself too seriously, pretty soon you can find the humor in our everyday lives. And sometimes it can be a lifesaver.”

American actress and comedian

Betty White was an American actress and comedian, and a pioneer of early television. Born in 1922 and active across seven decades, she became widely known for her work in sitcoms, sketch comedy, and game shows. She built a long career in American entertainment and earned a reputation for wit, timing, and a screen presence that audiences remembered. Her career also challenged expectations about gender and age in the industry, and her popularity reached across generations.