Estelle Getty
Acting•Born July 25, 1923•Died July 22, 2008 (age 84)•New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Estelle Scher-Gettleman (July 25, 1923 – July 22, 2008), better known by her stage name Estelle Getty, was an American actress, who appeared in film, theatre and television. She is best known for her role as Sophia Petrillo on The Golden Girls from 1985 to 1992, which won her an Emmy and a Golden Globe, on The Golden Palace from 1992 to 1993 and on Empty Nest from 1993 to 1995. In her later years, after retiring from acting, she battled Lewy body dementia.
Known For
Filmography
2025
The Golden Girls: 40 Years of Laughter and Friendship -- A Special Edition of 20/20
Movieas Self / Sophia Petrillo (archive footage)
Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayJuly 25, 1923
Day of DeathJuly 22, 2008
Place of BirthNew York City, New York, USA
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