Actors & Entertainers · 21st Century

Betty White’s Last Words

January 17, 1922 December 31, 2021 Age 99 American
Allen.
— Betty White, December 31, 2021

Who Was Betty White?

Betty White was America's beloved 'Golden Girl,' with a career spanning eight decades including The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Show.

The Final Moments

White died at her Brentwood home on New Year's Eve, three weeks before her 100th birthday.

Are These Words Verified?

~ Medium Confidence

Multiple media outlets reported this based on accounts from those present, claiming her last word was 'Allen' (her late husband). No firsthand witness has publicly confirmed on record.

Sources

  • newspaper People Magazine report from caretakers
  • other Vicki Lawrence interview statements

Legacy

Betty White is remembered as a national treasure and television pioneer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What were Betty White’s last words?

“Allen.”

How did Betty White die?

Betty White died on December 31, 2021 at the age of 99. Cause of death: Stroke.

Were Betty White’s last words documented?

Multiple media outlets reported this based on accounts from those present, claiming her last word was 'Allen' (her late husband). No firsthand witness has publicly confirmed on record.