2025 Betty White

• Honors “First Lady of Television” – Betty White
• Issued at the LA Zoo, of which White was a trustee

Stamp Category: Commemorative
Value: 73¢, First Class Mail Rate (Forever)
First Day of Issue: March 27, 2025
First Day City: Los Angeles, CA
Quantity Issued: 35,000,000
Printed by: Ashton Potter
Printing Method: Offset, Microprint
Format: Panes of 20

Why the stamp was issued: To honor beloved actress and comedian Betty White.

About the stamp design: The portrait of Betty White based on a 2010 photo by Kwaku Alston was created digitally by Dale Stephanos. Greg Breeding designed the stamp, which pictures the star in a blue polka-dot top. The violet background with light purple bubbles captures White’s bright and joyful personality that made her a Hollywood mainstay for decades.

First Day City: The First Day Ceremony for this stamp was held at the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens. Betty White had long been an animal lover and was a trustee, donor, and associate of the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association (GLAZA) and an “Ambassador to the Animals” of the City of Los Angeles.

History the stamp represents: Betty White, born on January 17, 1922, was a beloved American actress and comedian whose career spanned over eight decades. She began in radio before transitioning to television in its early days becoming a pioneer as one of the first women to produce and star in a sitcom, Life with Elizabeth, in the 1950s. Her wit, warmth, and impeccable comedic timing won over generations of fans.

White is perhaps best remembered for her role as the sweet but quirky Rose Nylund on The Golden Girls, a role that showcased her ability to balance humor with genuine emotion. Her later career resurgence, fueled by roles on shows like Hot in Cleveland and viral moments on the internet, endeared her to a new wave of fans. White was lauded for her versatility, quick humor, and work ethic, becoming an icon of longevity in the entertainment industry.

A passionate animal lover, she dedicated significant time and resources to animal charities. She often said her work in this area was as important as her acting career. Betty White’s legacy is that of a trailblazer and a cherished entertainer who proved that talent, kindness, and humor transcend age. Her passing in December 2021, just weeks shy of her 100th birthday, was mourned worldwide, but her memory continues to inspire laughter and joy.