Also Known As: Estelle Scher, Stella Getty, Estelle Gettleman
Estelle Getty
📍Born in New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Estelle Scher-Gettleman (July 25, 1923 – July 22, 2008), better known by her stage name Estelle Getty, was an American actress, who appeared in film, theatre and television. She is best known for her role as Sophia Petrillo on The Golden Girls from 1985 to 1992, which won her an Emmy and a Golden Globe, on The Golden Palace from 1992 to 1993 and on Empty Nest from 1993 to 1995. In her later years, after retiring from acting, she battled Lewy body dementia.
Known For
Mannequin
as Claire Prince Timkin
The Sissy Duckling
as Mrs. Hennypecker (voice)
Mask
as Evelyn
Forever Golden! A Celebration of the Golden Girls
as Sophia Petrillo
Tootsie
as Middle-Aged Woman
Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot
as Tutti
Betty White: First Lady of Television
as Self (archive Footage)
Team-Mates
as Teacher
Victims for Victims: The Theresa Saldana Story
A Match Made in Heaven
as Betty Weston
The Golden Girls: Their Greatest Moments
as Sophia Petrillo (archive footage)
Stuart Little
as Grandma Estelle
📌 Quick Info
Born
July 25, 1923
Place of Birth
New York City, New York, USA
Department
Acting
Popularity
1.1
Also Known As
📊 Career Stats
50
Acting Roles
0
Crew Roles
25
Movies
25
TV Shows