Betty White celebrated another milestone on Sunday as she turned 99 years old. Since I am turning 99, I can stay up as late as I want without asking permission, the birthday girl told The Associated Press of the big day.
The beloved superstar was feted on social media, where celebrities were quick to wish her a happy birthday with a string of gushing tributes.
The legendary actress has been a staple of the entertainment industry for a awe-inspiring 82 years, beginning in 1939, and some fans celebrated her early work.
Beloved: Betty White turned 99 on Sunday, and celebrities rushed to share their birthday wishes for the legendary actress and comedian; seen celebrating her 93rd birthday on the set of Hot In Cleveland in 2015
With a career that spans over 80 years, Betty White has worked longer in television than anyone else in the industry, and by a long shot! Both young and old generations know her to be a spunky lady with a surprisingly darling appearance for the jokes she commits to, and, of course, she’s best known for her roles as Rose Nylund on ‘The Golden Girls’ and Sue Ann Nivens on ‘The Mary Tyler Moore Show.’ But her career and her influence on the industry, particularly for women, has a much farther reach than those roles, iconic as they are. Click through this gallery to get a brief but dazzling recap of Betty White’s incredible career.
Betty White, who will celebrate her 99th birthday on January 17, has plans to celebrate her special day in this unique way. The former Golden Girls star and legendary television personality spoke to .