Betty Garrett

Betty Garrett news, related photos and videos, and reviews of Betty Garrett performances. According to Wikipedia: Betty Garrett is an American actress and dancer who belonged to the golden era of the movie musical. However, she is probably best known for a pair of roles in two prominent 1970s sitcoms. In late 1973, she joined the cast of All in the Family, playing Archie Bunker's socially liberal next-door neighbor, "Irene Lorenzo", a role she would remain in until her character was phased out in late 1975. The following year she joined the cast of Happy Days spin-off, Laverne and Shirley as "Edna Babish", Laverne and Shirley's landlady, who eventually married Laverne's father. She remained with that series until 1982.

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Where are they now? Betty Garrett

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From: margieandednasbasement.blogspot.com

Edna: Margie, look what's on TV tonight, it's that movie On the Town . My lands, how those actors can dance and sing! I used to have such a soft spot for that gutsy Betty Garrett . Remember her? Margie: Edna, is she the one you always tried to imitate? I know you can't carry a tune in a bucket. Edna: I can sing better than you can, you harpy. And she ended up with Frank Sinatra in that movie, as you'll recall. I can think of worse people to imitate. As I was saying, I just loved her so much... Read Full Story

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LA Times article about Betty

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Today the LA Times wrote an article about Betty and the event this weekend. http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-classic27-2009may27,0,3103380.story Check it out! Read Full Story

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Betty Garrett's 90th Birthday Bash

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From: bettygarrettbirthdaybash.blogspot.com

COMING MAY 31: BETTY GARRETT’S NINETIETH BIRTHDAY BASH AT THE HENRY FONDA MUSIC BOX Betty Garrett turns 90 on May 23. The non-profit institution that she co-founded, Theatre West, is throwing a big party for her on Sunday, May 31st. Included will be two cocktail receptions (one for all, one for holders of V.I.P. tickets to the fete), a dessert reception, and a live show. Ms. Garrett, one of the great MGM musical stars, (“On The Town,” “Words and Music,” “Take Me Out to the Ball Game... Read Full Story

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Welcome to our blog about Betty Garrett

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This is our group blog, which is unique because any Zimbio member can post an entry to it. Some members blog about recent news and trends related to the portal topic, others recount relevant personal stories. You can also comment on and rate existing blog entries, to voice your opinion and to help the community identify which members and entries on the portal are must-reads. Got an interesting idea or story to share with other members of this portal? Well, then put on your journalist's cap... Read Full Story

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