Remembering America's Golden Girl - Betty White (1922-2021)

If You Ask Me (And Of Course You Won't) by Betty White It-girl Betty White delivers a hilarious and profound take on life, love, celebrity, and everything in between. Seven-time Emmy winner Betty White’s wit and wisdom take center stage as she tackles topics like friendship, romantic love, aging, television, fans, love for animals, and the brave new world of celebrity. Drawing from a lifetime of lessons learned, If You Ask Me mixes her thoughtful observations with humorous stories from a seven-decade career in Hollywood. Longtime fans and new fans alike will relish Betty’s candid take on everything from the unglamorous reality behind redcarpet affairs, to her beauty regimen, to the Facebook campaign that helped persuade her to host Saturday Night Live despite having turned down the hosting job three times over the course of her career. Featuring all-new material, with a focus on the past fifteen years of her life, If You Ask Me is funny, sweet, and to the point—just like Betty. Check it out:

• Physical copy from RPL: adult biographies, large print, CD audiobook
• Digital copy from Libby: audiobook, audiobook

Here We Go Again: My Life In Television by Betty White Betty White first appeared on television in 1949 and went on to have one of the most amazing careers in TV history, starring in shows such as Life with Elizabeth, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and The Golden Girls, among many others. She was one of the hardest-working actresses of any era, and her sense of humor and perennial optimism carried her through half a century of industry changes and delighted millions of fans. Here, during Betty’s resurgence of popularity, her 1995 memoir makes a comeback too. Here We Go Again is a behind-the-scenes look at Betty’s career from her start on radio to her first show, Hollywood on Television, to several iterations of The Betty White Show and much, much more. Packed with wonderful anecdotes about famous personalities and friendships, stories of Betty’s off-screen life, and the comedienne’s trademark humor, this deliciously entertaining book will give readers an entrée into Betty’s fascinating life, confirming yet again why this funny lady remains one of the most memorable and beloved actresses of all time. Check it out:

• Physical copy from RPL: adult biographies, large print

Here We Go Again: My Life In Television by Betty White Betty White first appeared on television in 1949 and went on to have one of the most amazing careers in TV history, starring in shows such as Life with Elizabeth, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and The Golden Girls, among many others. She was one of the hardest-working actresses of any era, and her sense of humor and perennial optimism carried her through half a century of industry changes and delighted millions of fans. Here, during Betty’s resurgence of popularity, her 1995 memoir makes a comeback too. Here We Go Again is a behind-the-scenes look at Betty’s career from her start on radio to her first show, Hollywood on Television, to several iterations of The Betty White Show and much, much more. Packed with wonderful anecdotes about famous personalities and friendships, stories of Betty’s off-screen life, and the comedienne’s trademark humor, this deliciously entertaining book will give readers an entrée into Betty’s fascinating life, confirming yet again why this funny lady remains one of the most memorable and beloved actresses of all time. Check it out:

• Digital copy from Hoopla: audiobook

Betty & Friends: My Life at the Zoo by Betty White America's sweetheart, impassioned lifelong animal welfare advocate, and New York Times bestselling author Betty White shares intimate, funny, and enlightening stories about her very best friends in the world… All her life, Betty White has had a menagerie of pets, many of them rescued, and has donated countless hours and resources to animal welfare. Animals are her passion, and that passion extends to zoos and their importance for the conservation of species and for offering humans the ability to witness the grandeur and variety of these magnificent animals from around the world. Betty & Friends is a love letter to those zoos, to their dedicated workers, and especially to the animals in them—from Gita the elephant, whom Betty used take for walks; to Bruno the orangutan, who flaunts his affections for Betty; to Jacob the boa, who loves a good hug. Gaining access to this majestic world through Betty’s eyes and her inimitable words is a beautiful thing indeed for animal lovers and Betty White lovers of all ages. Check it out:

• Physical copy from RPL: adult nonfiction, large print

Hot in Cleveland Starring: Betty White, Valerie Bertinelli, Jane Leeves, Wendy Malick Three savvy entertainment industry veterans from Los Angeles wind up in Cleveland and become enamored with the city's welcoming vibe. Season 1 on Hoopla. Season 2 on Hoopla.

Betty White Collection: Life With Elizabeth Betty White and Del Moore star as Elizabeth and Alvin White, a married couple that inevitably manages to get into comic predicaments. Betty White earned her first Emmy award for her work on this series. As star and producer of the show, White was one of the first women in TV to wield creative control both in front of and behind the camera. Check it out:

• Physical copy from RPL: Adult DVD

• Date With Angels

Golden Girls Starring: Betty White, Rue McClanahan, Bea Arthur, and Estelle Getty Four not-so-old seniors have moved in together in a Florida home. They share the house, their dreams, and a whole lot of cheesecake. Dorothy's main goal is to find a companion she can relate to, while her mother, Sophia loves to tell "Picture this" type of stories. Rose is a little corny, but lovable never-the-less, and Blanche spends her time courting every man she can lay her hands on. All these fiesty seniors have either been divorced or widowed in the past and are having fun living life in the Sunshine State. Check it out:

• Season 1
• Season 2
• Season 3 - currently unavailable
• Season 4
• Season 5
• Season 6
• Season 7

Betty White: Champion for Animals National treasure Betty White, multi-Emmy-winner and beloved entertainer ranked as "the most-liked and trusted celebrity in the world" (Reuters), shares her tireless devotion to the animal world. This fascinating and heartwarming program transports you coast to coast and across the continents for unforgettable encounters with the amazing creatures with whom we share our planet and the people behind the scenes charged with their care, protection and maintenance. You'll visit America's precious national parks, world-class zoos, and aquariums to witness amazing sights tourists never get to see. You'll meet a penguin who got his feathers and his groove back, witness the heroics of the military's canine corps, and accompany members of the Humane Society as they work to put a stop to heartbreaking animal mistreatment. Along the way, Betty shares personal stories about her own cherished pets and unforgettable experiences with organizations that make the wonderful world of animals available to all. Check it out:

• Digital stream from Hoopla.

The Proposal Starring: Sandra Bullock, Ryan Reynolds, Betty White, Mary Steenburgen, Craig T. Nelson High-powered book editor Maggie is everyone's worst nightmare: ruthless, driven, and tactless. When she finds herself faced with deportation back to Canada, she coerces her much younger assistant into marrying her. However, when the government becomes suspicious, they embark upon a charade in order to make the marriage seem legitimate. Check it out:

• DVD from RPL.

You Again Starring: Kristen Bell, Sigourney Weaver, Jamie Lee Curtis, Betty White, and Odette Yustman High school was hell for Marni (Kristen Bell), so she is horrified to learn that her brother's fiancee is Joanna, the nemesis of her teen years. Marni intends to expose Joanna's evil side to her family, but the situation really explodes with the arrival of Joanna's Aunt Ramona (Sigourney Weaver), who was the high-school rival of Marni's mother (Jamie Lee Curtis). When both older women revert to their teenage personas, the result is extreme wedding turmoil. Check it out:

• DVD from RPL.