Betty White's assistant shares 'one of the last photos' taken of beloved star: 'Radiant and beautiful'

the pain that was losing Betty White just shy of her 100th birthday and, now, the comedy world has lost another great in Louie Anderson. Celebrities who have worked and/or had experiences with him have shared touching tributes to the talented comedian following his death at the age of 68 last week. Now, Anderson’s Baskets co-star, Zach Galifianakis, has shared some loving words of his own for his departed friend.

Even in her final days, Betty White was grateful for her fans. The comedy icon died at age 99 on Dec. 31, 2021, just weeks before she would have turned 100.

Betty White has one last thing to say to everyone…

A final message from Betty White has been posted to Instagram, thanking supporters of “The Betty White Challenge,” which asked fans to donate to animal welfare charities on what would have been her 100th birthday on Jan. 17.

Her assistant, Kiersten Mikelas, who had appeared beside her in additional footage while donning a face mask, posted a touching tribute message to her.It began by referencing the #BettyWhiteChallenge, in which she had previously invited followers to show how big their hearts were by donating to the cause of rescue animals."As we continue to see numbers coming in from all over the world — it's just absolutely amazing how much money all of you raised for the animals," Kiersten praised on Facebook."She could never have imagined such an outpouring of love and would have be so grateful to everyone. [sic]"It was just one of two videos the silver screen star had recorded back-to-back.The other was used in the film Betty White: A Celebration, which had debuted on what would have been her 100th birthday earlier this week."When we recorded her special message to fans who attended the movie, we also recorded one that we had planned to put on social media on her birthday," she explained,"She was using the occasion of her 100th birthday to celebrate YOU – her fans."She knew how lucky she was; she felt the love, and she never took it for granted."I think it's appropriate to post today as a thank you from Betty and the animals," she added of an initiative that had raised hundreds of thousands of dollars.Jeaninne Marie Kato replied on Facebook: "You are welcome, lovely lady.Thank you for all that you have done for us since the inception of television; and, for all that you have done for our animal friends.

Todd Spangler NY Digital EditorA viral fundraising effort to honor the legacy of Betty White — a lifelong animal lover and outspoken advocate for animal welfare — encouraging donations to benefit shelters and rescue operations has raised $12.7 million on Facebook and Instagram, according to parent company Meta.On Jan. 17, which would have been White’s 100th birthday, Meta said that #BettyWhiteChallenge fundraisers on its platforms had raised nearly $900,000 from 26,000 people.On Friday, according to Meta, more than 390,000 people have donated to fundraisers on Facebook and Instagram for the #BettyWhiteChallenge, raising $12.7 million for animal shelters and rescues.

Betty White appeared in a new video shared to Facebook on Friday.The sweet clip was filmed just 11 days before she passed away at age 99 onDecember 31, 2021 at her Los Angeles home following a stroke.The Golden Girls actress had on a green outfit as she thanked her fans for their support over the decades. She also asked them to 'stick around.'The clip was intended to be shared on social media on her 100th birthday which fell on January 17, 2022.

Full of gratitude. Betty White was preparing for her 100th birthday in the days before she died, and she did so by recording a special message for her fans.

Betty White isn’t done warming our hearts. The late legend appeared in a touching video shared posthumously on social media, in which she sweetly urged fans to «stick around.»In the post's caption, White's assistant explained that the video was meant to be shared for her 100th birthday, Jan. 17.

The world continues to reel from the loss of Betty White, who passed away on Dec. 31 at the age of 99. Fans still heartbroken over her death were given one last glimpse of the Golden Girls star on Friday (Jan. 21) when her official social media accounts shared a video. “I just want to thank you all for your love and support over the years,” says Betty in the clip, sitting in a chair while wearing a vibrant green jacket. “Thank you so much. And stick around.” ‘

2021 we also said goodbye to some incredible stars, including beloved actress Betty White and Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding.It can be heartbreaking to find out that our idols have passed away. But it's important to remember their finest work and greatest achievements, which can offer some comfort.They leave behind a legacy that will never be forgotten by friends, family and their fans around the world, who will enjoy their contributions for years to come.Here we remember the celebrities who have passed away in 2022.American singer and actor Meat Loaf, real name Michael Lee Aday, died aged 74 on January 20.He rose to fame with his best-selling album trilogy Bat Out of Hell and his stint as Eddie in The Rocky Horror Picture Show.His career began in the 1960s with his first band Meat Loaf Soul, which helped his career grow at a fast pace.They released multiple singles before he joined the Los Angeles production of Hair.In 1973, Meat Loaf was cast as the original LA Roxy cast of The Rocky Horror Show.Meat Loaf went on to release Bat Out of Hell in 1977, which is still in the top 10 best selling albums of all time.German actor and author Hardy Krüger died at the age of 93 on January 19.He was best known for appearing in WWII flick A Bridge Too Far as Generalmajor der Waffen-SS Karl Ludwig.

The assistant to the late great Betty White has shared what she's convinced is the absolute final photo taken of the screen legend.White passed away at 99 years of age on New Year's Eve, and just days before, she was filming a special message for her fans for a new documentary,Betty White: A Celebration, which played in 1,500 theaters Monday for a one-night only event through Fathom Events.White's assistant Kiersten shared earlier this week what she believed was one of the last photos taken of White, but she took to Betty's Instagram on Thursday to share what she thinks is the final photo. Final photo:The assistant to the late great Betty White has shared what she's convinced is the absolute final photo taken of the screen legendWhite is wearing the same green top she was seen wearing in the previous photo, though this photo she's seen posing with Kiersten on a couch.'You guys are lucky - it’s a two post day.

Earlier in the week, Betty White‘s assistant shared what she believed to be one of the final photos ever taken of the late actress. Now, she has found the actual final photo.

Valerie Bertinelli still thinks about her friend Betty White all the time.The actress, 61, shared her thoughts during an Extrainterview about her relationship with her Hot In Cleveland co-star, who passed away on New Year's Eve.Bertinelli told the outlet on Tuesday that the day after what would have been White's 100th birthday, she was planning a meal full of Betty's favorite things in honor of The Golden Girl. Keeping Betty in her mind:Valerie Bertinelli said she still thinks about Betty White all the time (pictured 2019)'Well, I went to bed at 6 o’clock because I had to get up at 3.

The #BettyWhiteChallenge to donate $5 to a local animal shelter/organization on what would've been the national treasure's 100th birthday on Monday was a huge success.The eight-time Emmy winner was a board member for the Los Angeles Zoo and it has received nearly $95K in donations since the challenge was created by fans after she passed away on New Year's Eve.LA Zoo president Tom Jacobson told the Wall Street Journal on Wednesday that they 'are blown away' with the money they received from 49 states and 11 countries.

Valerie Bertinelli is revealing her favourite thing about Betty White. ET‘s Nischelle Turner spoke to the actress about her late “Hot in Cleveland” co-star and how she’ll be remembered. White died on New Year’s Eve after suffering a stroke six days prior. She was 99.

Valerie Bertinelli is revealing her favorite thing about Betty White. ET's Nischelle Turner spoke to the actress about her late co-star and how she'll be remembered. White died on New Year's Eve after suffering a stroke six days prior.

Betty White left quite an impression on her "Hot in Cleveland" co-star Valerie Bertinelli. The two appeared on the TV Land sitcom for six seasons from 2010-2015 alongside Jane Leeves and Wendie Malick. Bertinelli, Leeves and Malick played three aging Los Angeles natives who decide to stay put in Cleveland where they're still considered hot after their Paris-bound plane makes an emergency landing.The trio rents a home with a cooky caretaker played by White.

Trisha Yearwood has raised more than $36,000 for the #BettyWhiteChallenge on what would have been the late comedian's 100th birthday. Trisha joined forces with Dottie's Yard Fund which distributes funds to animal charities across the country, and talkshoplive, the leading live streaming online network, and matched donations up to $10,000 to bring in tens of thousands for charity in Betty's name.MORE: Betty White's greatest quotes to celebrate what would have been her 100th birthday"Who doesn't love Betty White? We all do.

Always be remembered. Betty White‘s last photo before her death was posted by her assistant on what would’ve been her 100th birthday.

Betty White‘s assistant is celebrating the late actress’ 100th birthday by sharing one of the final photos to be taken of the iconic star.