The Death of Bea Arthur - April 26, 2009!

[@faithboschmann7781]

She had the best facial expressions of any actor I have seen in my 58 yrs on this earth...she could kill with a look, and her timing was absolutely phenomenal....miss you Bea!!

[@thomascarlier4930]

Faith Boschmann Well I guess it was jet Marine Corps training in the USMC

[@Leries0]

Yes that timing though

[@ronwilsontringue6574]

Timing - she had all the timing of an earthquake - loud and crude@@Leries0

[@desertrose1226]

@@ronwilsontringue6574 Bea was not crude!!

[@BoJack32]

Better than Gandolfini?

[@DesertRainReads]

God I miss her, she was easily one of the finest comediennes of all time. Her timing was uncanny and perfect, her one-liners and banter on the Golden Girls were absolutely hilarious. She was awesome, a true talent and a half.

[@mackadoodless]

“Men love a big behind!” Bea certainly wasn’t kidding! Miss her, Estelle, and Rue with each passing day! The four of them were and are America’s Golden Age!

[@thisguyhere6641]

Bea Arthur was truly one of the best! Rest in peace!

[@SILVYSPARK]

"Actors don't retire, people who're in jobs they don't like retire" -Bea Arthur

[@jackfleischman7545]

Sil'verSpark Rants

[@daisyhortas5807]

MX

[@shaunreilly774]

Very true; if you love what you do, you never really work a day in your life.

[@ragingbull154]

Amazing Betty White is the only Golden Girl remaining.......time sure has flown by. RIP Bea, Rue, and Estelle.

[@neetoyaw.d9830]

This ain't about them bitches, it's about Bea!

[@raineyacemapayesiudad5158]

she just celebrated her 99th bday this year ❤️❤️❤️

[@lylearies8342]

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[@adammarcos6582]

@Lyle Aries Instablaster :)

[@lylearies8342]

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[@123farringdon]

What a lady, what an actress. Sadly missed.

[@RushitTahiri]

R.I.P. Bea Arthur you will always be remembered and loved For what great actress and what a wonderful Person you were A true Golden Girl

[@georgesutton1422]

The Great Bea Arthur an accomplished actress also served in the Military -- what a complete life -- I salute you Ms. Arthur

[@David-dz3ig]

which explains Bea's very strict and disciplined approach to everything. She ran a tight ship! a powerful force to be sure.

[@jugemujugemugokonosurikire4735]

I think Betty White also did a part in WW2 too, though I can't remember what she did

[@TheSapphireLeo]

@@jugemujugemugokonosurikire4735 OMFG! Your user name, LMAO! Also as was my grandfather a squadron leader, but ofc I lothe the system.

[@goddesshathor7313]

I'm watching golden girls right now. These ladies get me through a lot.

[@maggieotsuka1266]

When they shut the front door LOOK there is a exclamation point.

[@Gemmarose9012]

They’re comforting.

[@JoyfullClouds]

Dinah Judah same here

[@ernestinemaloy6752]

Dinah Judah 4 old ladies talking dirty ...why wasn't lawanda page includes in this ?!?!

[@DorothySbornak]

They get me through some dark lonely days too. I love them.

[@DrGregoryHouseIT]

Goodnight, but not goodbye, Bea!

[@onacorona2323]

Bea may she rest in peace....she still has me cracking up..........💞💞💞

[@jess00821]

I was lucky enough to have seen Bea's show three times in 2001. Met her personally the third time. She was just so unbelievable and so sweet and looked gorgeous in person and was amazed by my mom and me she thought my mom and I looked like sisters! She said "You look more like her younger sister." Love and miss her more than words can say xxx !!!

[@kt-bs1cw]

its hard to believe that she has been gone for over six years. I still remember crying for weeks after she passed... gosh, I miss her so much

[@banzai70]

She was a U.S Marine during WW2 as well.

[@BigMamou367]

Wow really.

[@libertygiveme1987]

Mike - She DID NOT see "ACTION"!!!! Bea was a 'Secretary' in the 'Marines,' I believe!!!!

[@maggieotsuka1266]

Yes i heard about that.

[@borgullet3376]

@@libertygiveme1987 they wouldn't LET her fight. Forward Command said it wouldn't be a fair fight if she did.. Damn Geneva Convention...

[@zoperxplex]

Because Bea had testicles.

[@TheEric0009]

"people who dont like their jobs retire" That just hit me so hard.

[@RealAlaska907]

+TheEric0009 It's true.

[@carinarose9535]

She was an amazing actress!!!

[@SecretlySabrina]

Mom and I were crying side by side when we saw this. I remember me being about five years old and she would watch the Golden Girls, it was a mother and daughter moment. Thank you Bea Arthur and everyone else in The Golden Girls for being a part of my childhood.

[@jamesdurnford1221]

I brought my mum a Golden girls dvd box set, I watched it with my mum and Dad.

[@TnCougarGal]

Her quick quips were so funny. I loved her clothes on the show. Classy dresser and a good actress.

[@video198712]

I loved Bea Arthur!!!! Dorothy was my favorite Golden Girl. On the Golden Girls, she reminded me of what I feel my favorite Aunt would have been like had she not died at age of 57.

[@doreensilva4549]

I watch Maude every time I can on the schedule and never get tired of repeats even in "2019" R.i.p Beau.

[@atlasshrugged2u]

She was my *favorite* Golden Girl!

[@LeenaStark]

God I miss her - EVERY single day!!! Thank you for all the laughter - and even a few tears Bea. Rest in eternal Love

[@elenagisa1318]

every single day? are you sure ?

[@white-vq9kb]

Every day? Were you related to Bea?

[@craigdobis10]

Seriously, some of us who had hard times as children...Rue, Estelle, Bea and Betty became our family! I have gone through 2 sets of DVD and about to get another!

[@CF1975]

I am a huge Golden Girls fan and loved the Maude episodes I saw. I always regretted that I never had the opportunity to see her in the theatre. RIP Bea Arthur, thank you for all the laughs, moving moments and much respect for your efforts for animal rights.You will be truely missed.

[@DemmyDarkness]

Oh Bea made me laugh and cry for many many years and she still does today in reruns. What an incredible woman she was.

[@davidmills3332]

what a great woman, i loved her from afar

[@sunny95938]

She added colors to the 1980s and to The Golden Girls.

[@shaywalters7807]

Bea Arthur was my Great grandma's cousin i am related to her. My mom says i have her sarcasm and smile

[@brianvaccaro942]

MusicQueen25 you are so lucky. I loved bea. She was so beautiful and so funny and her sarcasm was perfect

[@barbaramowrey1600]

you are so fortunate. nowcstart studying those lines & get in acting school!

[@barbarapritchard7978]

Barbara Mowrey

[@jeffreygriffin7248]

MusicQueen25 how awesome is that! I loved Bea and miss her terribly!

[@kathywollam32]

Ace_Øf_Spade ..how wonderful !! Loved Bea Arthur !!!!

[@tootsiedawn2016]

When she played as Dorothy on the Golden Girls, I felt as if I was looking at an older version of myself. Her portrayal of Dorothy really clicked with me. Sophia could have been my mother. I think that's why the show was so successful. People could relate to the people in the show. RIP BEA ARTHUR!!

[@craigdobis10]

Mine was Rose! My family laugh at my expense all the time! Love that!

[@j_h_o]

Thank you for being our friend.

[@pathaselwood4961]

Loved her on Golden Girls....

[@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS]

Pat Haselwood SHE WAS ALSO AN ACTOR IN ALL IN THE FAMILY.

[@darkboy2816]

What a remarkably brilliant woman!

[@Marchant2]

One of my favorite celebrities of all time.

[@GreenEyes-gv6zj]

What A Beautiful Woman Inside and Outside And A Great Talent!!! R.I.P.

[@lynettenortman8823]

How much I loved her acting.....Bea, thanks for the laughter, sometimes with a tear. xxxx

[@janebuschard6768]

rest in peace B Arthur Rue McClanahan and Sophia Petrillo.....

[@twix3799]

Jane Buschard Estelle Getty

[@shwt121]

A.K.A......ESTELLE GETTY😁

[@ursulamullikin4723]

God they're all gone except Betty White it won't be long we don't see her at all anymore and she is very old

[@Kee1194]

Ursula Mullikin sheesh, put her in an early grave y don’t u 😒😢

[@Jordanhubbard1]

BUT NOT BETTY WHITE 2 more years till 100

[@cherryedwards3]

I miss her, she didn't get enought credit

[@felicia5186]

No she didn't. She made the Golden Girls; well they all did.

[@Lincolntowncoupe]

Felicia Peterson i could never pick a favorite i loved them all to death. Well not literally.

[@KrGsMrNKusinagi0]

Felicia Peterson Because she was the MORAL rock of the show

[@brendathompson2288]

She was my favorite Golden Girl.

[@mckavitt13]

Not enough credit. So true.

[@susanschreiber5649]

Bea Arthur's comic timing was flawless. She was the best!

[@valleyloverboi]

The very end of this interview, was the answer to a question/thought that has been haunting me for over 2 years. I've struggled with the decision rather to retire or not. "People who are tired of their job retire, actors don't retire"...I'm no actor, but I am ready to move on...I'm tired! Thanks Bea - Gone, but never forgotten...

[@Me-nh1fz]

Estelle Getty, Rue Mclanahan, Bea Arthur, Betty White, Jean Stapleton, Vickie Lawrence, Carol Burnett, Carrol O'Connor, Lucille Ball ... my favorite pre 90s tv stars... My list of today's tv stars is shorter, but there are a few I like but nowhere near the above list. RIP to all the above who are gone

[@thema1998]

Um. Betty White and Vicki Lawrence are still alive.

[@blueskye6372]

Carol Burnett still alive. 📺🎬🎥

[@Michelle-jz8vl]

Me 2016 Carol Burnett , Betty White And Vickie Lawrence are not dead.

[@timikaroberts3060]

I love her !!! I can't believe she was shy..how? She must have stood in front of hundreds of people and done a lot of interviews she didn't seem shy to me..miss her

[@loripatrick4652]

I miss Bea Arthur..

[@MissBrooklynLove]

What a wonderful actress. I loved her sarcasm.

[@Code1Lyoko]

me too

[@philiptonee6334]

@ Brooklyn: Me three.

[@thykingdomcomethywillbedon9359]

Brooklyn Love me fourth

[@vickiebrungardt3787]

Brooklyn Love ❤️

[@novmbr70jesuslovesyou72]

I loved her in Golden Girls . She was hilarious.

[@bettysnuggs7546]

always remember her in GG, it's nice to watch that show time after time, and I bought four Seasons, every one of them a gem.

[@tiffanyriley7455]

Til this day I still watch Maude....I love her show... Sometimes the golden girls... I love all the 70 shows...

[@datura1983]

this made me cry.. remember being a little girl watching the golden girls with my grandmother and 20some years later im still doing the same.. their generation of people were wonderful and had elegance with class. young girls nowadays could learn a thing or two from people like bea authur about self respect.

[@lekristajojo]

Why does this 2009 video looks like 1980s...

[@catholicpriest1]

It was from 2002.

[@mattbomerfan4life555]

+Bob Sewvello the interview was in 2002 but she died in 2009

[@catholicpriest1]

Matt Bomerfan4life I think I said that.

[@bkkersey93]

I thought the same fucking thing lmao!

[@cornholio5318]

lekristajojo good question

[@deniserayner5803]

On my first visit to New York 30 odd years ago, I had heard so much about "Sardis"...so made it high on my "must visit" list. All the caricatures were fantastic! I miss Bea Arthur and "The Golden Girls" so much - it was my all-time favourite show. I saw Bea in her one-woman show at London's Savoy Theatre. She was incredible.

[@chrismcevoy2503]

Rest In Peace Beatrice Arthur. April 25, 2009

[@missmelanin7066]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE Maude & The Golden Girls....still watch both 2 this day.

[@heelsonwheels721]

I loved her in Golden Girls. I just wish they also mentioned her service in the United States Marine Core. from one veteran to another, until Valhalla.

[@cherryedwards3]

All the golden girls were great....but Bea Arthur made the show....she was the Anchor!!

[@madambutterfly7513]

cherry edwards - I think Betty White was the best, the anchor

[@fishfish2128]

They were all the best! That’s why the golden palace wasn’t as good because Bea wasn’t there

[@tommoclement]

I think they all made it a great show.....That we will all remember.

[@peggycreek449]

cherry edwards shit!! Sophia was the best. Bea Arthur was like bride of Frankenstein.

[@tinkynine3351]

@@madambutterfly7513 You don't understand dynamics.

[@_CaliGirl]

Pamela Anderson's Roast brought me here. My mom and I were talking about a recent one and for some reason BEA popped in my mind, and I was like, "Didn't MAUDE do one of the Roasts"...then I had to go check it out again,,, she was HILARIOUS!! She seemed like she would have been an awesome lady to know..like, she would crack you up over the phone! RIP honey!

[@JustMe-dd8lj]

Bea said more with a look than most say with a million words. She was a gifted, underrated talent.

[@tameikabrown2542]

RIP To U Miss Bea Arthur Keep Watching Over Everyone Who Still Loves U To This Day

[@ricardobigi5476]

We were fortunate to have her among us. Life with Bea Arthur in the small screen was so much better than it is now. Great lady.

[@anne-mariebotha5015]

The world is worse off without Bea Arthur. I believe few fans saw the real Bea. She was private and sensitive, and a very caring human being. I love(d) her honesty and sharp wit. She didn't have time for things that have no soul. She was lovely - inside and out. She was the kind of person people should look up to, instead we seem to honour shallowness and stupidity nowadays. I would gladly stay home on a Friday night just to watch Dorothy. And she could sing. Well done Bea. You showed the world what real actor should be. We will indeed miss you.

[@WhispersFromTheDark]

Rest in peace Bea, you are not forgotten.

[@austinteutsch]

A great actress with unreal timing. RIP Ms. Arthur.

[@tommoclement]

There is nothing currently on TV that even compares to this Great show.

[@davidaikman1920]

That part with Archie is probably my favorite scene of all time. Makes me want to be a great actor :)

[@kenarco3765]

Yesss that was a classic scene

[@garyremillard8880]

Priceless

[@retrogamingnmore2513]

2021 and yet still enjoying watching Bea Arthur and the rest of the golden girls

[@Yourock123]

The scene with the reporter who reported Bea’s passing looks like it was filmed back in the 70’s-80’s…that was filmed in 2009?? Wow lol

[@Teutonic-Twit]

Scary, Bea Arthur & Lucille Ball BOTH passed on April 26th!!!

[@willyboy6126]

Actually Bea passed of lung cancer on April 25th...This story and youtube post was the next day, the 26th. Ironically Lucille Ball did pass away on Carol Burnett's birthday, April 26th...another close friend of hers....

[@desertrose1226]

I love Dorothy! She is so funny and sarcastic and yet so kind all the same. All those beautiful golden girls make me smile during hard times! RIP Bea, Rue and Estelle , and keep going strong Miss Betty 💜

[@josephperez3435]

12/31/2021 today Betty White has left us, now the Golden Girls are together again.thanks for the all the joy and the laughter Betty, Bea, Estelle and Rue brought into our lives.🌹🌹😄🌹🌹

[@Thomas-yr9ln]

Yeah the golden girls help me to smile during depressing times.

[@loriwildman9501]

A true golden girl, so much talent were would you start. So much class, beauty, talent and compassion. May you R.I.P. Bea Arthur

[@maggiegamboa9855]

She was funny and very talented beautiful lady she will be missed rest in peace 💔

[@markjohnson4371]

I don't think she had a "fued" with Betty White, they were just different. I have heard many things that proved they really liked each other, deep down.

[@wangmowangdi3471]

Just recently discovered the classic sitcom Golden Girls and now I'm a big fan of this show!, love all the Golden Girls. RIP 🙏 all the 3 Golden girls who have passed on. 🙏 Prayers for Betty White that she lives long 🙏 and in good health 🙏

[@MariaLacsamana-ik3in]

A grand dame she's greatly missed but not forgotten thanks for sharing on yt rip 🙏 😢 💔 ❤️ 😔 💙

[@rogueleader1988]

Feb 2019: Beatrice Arthur such a towering Tour De Force

[@chrismcevoy2503]

Rest In Peace Beatrice Arthur May 13, 1922-April 25, 2009

[@thomascarlier4930]

OOHRAW Once A Marine Always A Marine, Semper Fidelis. 1942-1944 Rest In Peace my Sister Guard the streets of Heaven

[@charliestormlover4808]

She was a fantastic actress. Back then with my mother, I enjoyed looking at the Golden Girls and it is still a pleasure today. Maybe it was fate for my husband to have the first name Arthur. So Bea is always omnipresent. I loved her sarcasm as Dorothy. It's a shame that she is no longer with us. Rest in peace Bea.

[@prettyrainbows9714]

I LOVE her last remark, "People who are in jobs they don't like, retire"

[@sherrymerrill1750]

She my all time ultimate female actress from Maude!!!! Forever.. Always a thought to share -

[@conversacionesconmipadre]

What a brilliantly talented and beautiful actress and human being. Rest in peace!

[@purplelilac1387]

I admire Bea Arthur so much! I loved her on Maude and The Golden Girls. I have both shows on DVD and watch it often! RIP Bea

[@LRMc60]

What kind of person is the ONE complete asshole DISLIKES a tribute to a deceased star that entertained us for decades? Someone whose grave I'D be happy to dance on.

[@dariahughes5564]

She's only 5'9. Why did it always seem like she was 6'2!??? Love you Bea!!

[@rubysparrow479]

I think it was her personality in each character made her larger than life. I believe who she really is always shined through. My mother met her years ago in NYC. Until my mom's passing she always smiled when retelling this memory of the afternoon she met and hung out with Ms. Bea.

[@Bethi4WFH]

I think it was because she had a large frame and her clothes emphasized her weight and height.......also, of course, Betty and Estelle were petite in comparison.

[@danielrobinson9270]

Boy I love Bea Arthur so much!!! God I miss her!!!She is the funniest and loveliest actress and comedian. God bless her..R.I.P Ms. Arthur.

[@4u1004me]

Rip Bea Arthor you are a national treasure and you will be missed

[@kilimanjaro3517]

Thanks 🙏🏻 Bea for the beautiful memories. Saturday night on NBC, couldn’t wait to watch the ‘Golden Girls’. Miss those days. They were just beautiful together.

[@raultrespalacios3523]

Love this wonderful woman & great performer RIP always in my heart

[@adamzino611]

An amazing lady , will be forever missed . May her memory always be blessed .

[@JM-jt2zd]

Ten years... Miss her and the other Golden Girls. R.I.P. Dorothy 🌹👋🙏🙏🙏

[@ms.martiegallego8834]

Her sarcasm was so funny ! She was a wonderful actress , she could do it All !! It's been a while since she left us, but she is still here with the clips and video's ¡ Thank Goodness !! Rest !

[@tradingpost2472]

You're with God now' & we miss you!😢 Wales UK.

[@IntoTheMindlessAbyss]

I'm here because of Wade Wilson! I regretfully never really saw the Golden Girls (I'm changing that now) I was more of a Married with Children fan. I am beginning to understand as to why Bea Arthur was an awesome soul. Thank you, Deadpool for opening this door for me. R.I.P. Bea. :(

[@EphemeralProductions]

Thank God that we had Bea, and was blessed with her talent and humor for so many years! And thanks to the Internet we still have her. :)

[@jaynehaught9715]

Love you Bea .....what a talent....made me laugh out loud....one of a kind.....a very handsome gal.....❤️

[@rochellekoons9267]

so much talent in one person

[@jaynehaught9715]

Wow just watching this makes me really miss her....

[@violagentsch]

Oddly Getty, Bea and Rue all died a year apart from each other. Imagine mourning your friends death and the next year it's your own. 😥

[@desertrose1226]

Estelle had a fear of death and dying … apparently she didn’t like talking about it.

[@FiliaDeRex]

I love Bea. So amazingly talented. God bless you, doll. Forever rest in peace.

[@peterformaini7723]

You will be missed, Bea! You were and are a fabulous treasure! RIP...

[@benkenobi222]

I was about to 15 that year, rest in peace Bea Arthur. You are forever amazing and golden.

[@joeburinskas8672]

It's been 10 years. Thank God we can still see her work

[@davidbush3456]

All four of these lady’s all star of the show. I like this show

[@annalockwood9415]

I first learned of her on All in the family. I loved Maude. I loved all she did. She was just genius!