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About Estelle Getty
American actress Estelle Getty was born in New York City, New York, United States. She was best known for her portrayal of Sophia Petrillo on The Golden Girls (1985–92), a role that earned her a Golden Globe Award and a Primetime Emmy Award. Getty reprised the character in Empty Nest, The Golden Palace, Blossom, and Nurses. Her film credits include Mask (1985), Mannequin (1987), and Stuart Little (1999). She retired from acting in 2001 due to failing health. Getty died in 2008 from dementia with Lewy bodies. She was 84 years old.
- DiedTuesday 22nd of July 2008 (age 84)
- BirthplaceNew York City, New York, United States
- EthnicityCaucasian
Frequently asked
For which role did Estelle Getty win acting awards?
She won a Golden Globe and an Emmy for her portrayal of Sophia Petrillo on The Golden Girls.
In what film did she play a grandmother?
In Mask (1985), she played the grandmother of Roy L. Dennis.
Did you know
- She won both a Golden Globe and an Emmy for the same role, Sophia Petrillo.
- Her film career includes both a drama (Mask) and a family comedy (Stuart Little).
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