Betty White's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Betty White.

Betty White was a highly acclaimed American actress and comedian, celebrated for her pioneering role in early television and a remarkable career that spanned nearly seven decades. Renowned for her extensive television presence, she excelled in sitcoms, sketch comedy, and game shows, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry with her comedic talent and enduring charm.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1951: Emmy Award Nomination as Best Actress

In 1951, Betty White was nominated for her first Emmy Award as "Best Actress" on television.

1953: Life with Elizabeth Nationally Syndicated

From 1953, "Life with Elizabeth" was nationally syndicated, allowing White to become one of the few women with full creative control.

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1953: Produced and Starred in Life with Elizabeth

In 1953, Betty White produced and starred in the TV series "Life with Elizabeth", making her the first woman to produce a sitcom.

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1975: Emmy Award for The Mary Tyler Moore Show

In 1975, Betty White won an Emmy Award for her role on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show".

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1976: Emmy Award for The Mary Tyler Moore Show

In 1976, Betty White won an Emmy Award for her role on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show".

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1983: Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host

In 1983, Betty White became the first woman to receive the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host for "Just Men!".

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1983: Daytime Emmy Award for Just Men!

In 1983, Betty White became the first woman to win a Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show Host, for the NBC show "Just Men!".

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1995: Inducted into Television Hall of Fame

In 1995, Betty White was inducted into the Television Hall of Fame.

October 2011: Honorary Degree from Washington State University

In October 2011, Betty White was awarded an honorary degree and a white doctor's coat by Washington State University at the Washington State Veterinary Medical Association's centennial gala in Yakima, Washington.

2014: Guinness World Record

In 2014, Betty White earned the Guinness World Record for the longest TV career by a female entertainer.

2017: Membership in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

In 2017, after 70 years in the industry, Betty White was invited to become a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, making her the oldest new member at age 95.

2017: Reunion with Arthur Duncan

In 2017, sixty-three years after The Betty White Show was canceled, Arthur Duncan appeared as a surprise guest on Little Big Shots: Forever Young, where he performed and reunited with Betty White.

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2018: Second Guinness World Record

In 2018, Betty White earned the Guinness World Record for the longest TV career by a female entertainer for the second time.

2025: United States Postal Service Stamp Unveiling

In 2025, the United States Postal Service unveiled a new stamp that features Betty White on it. It is a Forever stamp with the words "Forever USA" under her.