Estelle Getty Dies
I was in the studio audience for the filming of the pilot of “The Golden Girls.” My family and I had never heard of the show, but knew it starred some amazing actresses. It was an experience I will never forget and I have to admit that I feel lucky that of all the shows we could have been there for, we ended up in the audience of a show that became a hit.
I always identified with Estelle Getty’s character of Sophia. She clutched her purse all of the time – even when she was in the house. I have always had a similar relationship with my purse and I loved loved loved that she gave Sophia that trait.
Getty died today at the age of 84. Hollywood tabloids have been reporting for a while now that she was suffering from dementia. Her Golden Girls cast mates all commented on how much she will be missed. I think several generation of TV viewers agree. I know I will miss her, but Sophia and her purse will always live on for me.
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