Betty White
Betty White is to be honoured with a Life Achievement Award at the Screen Actors Guild Awards next year (10).
The Golden Girls star will be handed the 46th annual accolade for her work in TV and film and her humanitarian accomplishments.
Screen Actors Guild National President Alan Rosenberg says, "Whether creating some of television's most indelible characters, plunging into film roles with joyous gusto or perfecting the art of the quip as a television panellist and host, Betty White has entertained audiences with her impeccable comic timing and remarkable wit for more than 60 years.
"Her lifelong devotion to the welfare of animals, manifested in her work as an author, producer and philanthropist, is further evidence of her tremendous humanity and meaningful contributions in so many important areas.
"The Screen Actors Guild is honoured to celebrate Betty White's extraordinary achievements over the course of an exemplary life."
Late Golden Girls star Bea Arthur was the toast of Broadway on Monday night (14Sep09) when stars came out to honour the beloved actress.
Rosie O'Donnell, funnyman Jerry Stiller and Arthur's TV co-stars Rue McClanahan and Adrienne Barbeau joined host Angela Lansbury in paying tribute to the star at the Majestic Theatre.
Arthur, who starred in a series of hit Broadway musicals, lost her battle with cancer in April (09). She was 86.
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