For years, she has entertained me on NBC and Lifetime. She was a caring woman, and a very well-respected actress.
Estelle Getty was born in 1923 and became very enthusiastic with Vaudeville from the age of 4. She then went into show business and spent nearly over 40 years of struggling to keep her hopes & dreams as well as family alive. It was not until 1985 when she claimed fame. She landed a role as "Sophia Petrillo" on a television sitcom that was world famously known as "The Golden Girls." Estelle's legacy came alive then, and in the history to come. She went on to win 2 Emmys and 2 Golden Globes. She also won awards for being very involved in AIDS fund raisings and such the likes.
Unfortunately, in her last few years, she suffered from Alzheimer's Disease and dementia. Today, she finally died peacefully in her home at age 84.
Her legacy as Sophia Petrillo will always be remembered by millions and millions of fans like myself. I'm so saddened to see her go, but I am glad she is now free from any form of sufferings.
Rest in peace, Estelle Getty!
And now, a few of my favorite moments of Sophia Petrillo:
