Betty White: 100 Years Young will be screened later this month.
A film that was made in advance of Betty White’s 100th birthday will go ahead as planned.
The legendary actor died over the weekend, aged 99.
The production company behind the upcoming film assured fans that the movie – Betty White: 100 Years Young – will be screened as planned. The film was made to celebrate Betty turning 100 years old, which would have been on 17 January 2022.
Taking to Twitter, Fathom Events wrote: “Our hearts mourn today with the passing of Betty White. During the many years we worked with her, we developed a great love and admiration for Betty as a person, and as an accomplished entertainer. We are thankful for the many decades of delight she brought to everyone.
Our hearts are broken at Fathom Events as we mourn the passing of Betty White. Please read the statement shared from the producers of the upcoming celebration of Betty's life and career.
From the producers of Betty White: 100 Years Young, Steve Boettcher and Mike Trinklein:
— Fathom Events (@fathomevents) December 31, 2021
“Betty always said she was the ‘luckiest broad on two feet’ to have had a career as long as she did. And honestly, we were the lucky ones to have had her for so long.”
The statement continued: “We will go forward with our plans to show the film on January 17 in hopes our film will provide a way for all who loved her to celebrate her life—and experience what made her such a national treasure.”
Since her death was announced on New Year’s Eve, tributes have been pouring in for the Golden Girls star.
US President Joe Biden stated that White “brought a smile to the lips of generations of Americans”.
Betty White brought a smile to the lips of generations of Americans. She’s a cultural icon who will be sorely missed. Jill and I are thinking of her family and all those who loved her this New Year’s Eve.
— President Biden (@POTUS) December 31, 2021
Former first lady Michelle Obama also paid tribute to Betty.
Betty White broke barriers, defied expectations, served her country, and pushed us all to laugh. Barack and I join so many around the world who will miss the joy she brought to the world. I know our Bo is looking forward to seeing her up in heaven. pic.twitter.com/tVL7NUw2TT
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) January 1, 2022
Pop superstar Cher described Betty as a “beloved icon”.
BELOVED ICON,
YOU’RE LIKE🎂,YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN💋 pic.twitter.com/74WnRrsFvl— Cher (@cher) January 1, 2022
Oprah Winfrey took to Twitter to say that she was “celebrating” 99 years of the star’s love.
Celebrating 99 years of your love on the planet. Thank you Betty White 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/NUmNq1BOZ9
— Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) January 1, 2022
Reese Witherspoon thanked Betty for “making us all laugh”.
So sad to hear about Betty White passing. I loved watching her characters that brought so much joy. Thank you, Betty, for making us all laugh! https://t.co/iOkmHLrW21
— Reese Witherspoon (@ReeseW) December 31, 2021
Viola Davis also paid tribute to Betty on Twitter.
RIP Betty White! Man did I think you would live forever. You blew a huge hole in this world that will inspire generations. Rest in glorious peace….you’ve earned your wings ❤️❤️❤https://t.co/7wpeLHgySy
— Viola Davis (@violadavis) December 31, 2021
Ellen DeGeneres said that she is “grateful for every second” she got to spend with Betty.
What an exceptional life.
I’m grateful for every second I got to spend with Betty White.
Sending love to her family, friends and all of us.
— Ellen DeGeneres (@EllenDeGeneres) December 31, 2021
