Over the weekend, condolences for the loss of legendary actress Betty White flowed in from every corner of the culture.
Fans, famous fans, and former co-stars continually chimed in all weekend to express their sadness and appreciation for the beloved “Golden Girls” icon, who died Friday at the age of 99.
And as Yahoo Entertainment reported, the tributes came from the highest places. Former First Lady, Michelle Obama, went to Instagram to convey her feelings with a tender shot of White and the Obama family dog, Bo, who passed away in May of last year.
"Betty White broke barriers, defied expectations, served her country, and pushed us all to laugh,” wrote Obama in her caption. “She was also an animal lover and activist, and Bo loved spending time with her. There was no one quite like her, and Barack and I join so many who will miss the joy she brought to the world. I know our Bo is looking forward to seeing her up in heaven."
The current President, Joe Biden, added his appreciation for the “Mary Tyler Moore” star on his Twitter.
"Betty White brought a smile to the lips of generations of Americans," Biden wrote. "She's a cultural icon who will be sorely missed. Jill and I are thinking of her family and all those who loved her this New Year's Eve."
Former White House photographer Pete Souza added a charming Instagram tribute shot as well, one of White and former President Obama having a hearty laugh together in the Oval Office.
"She made us laugh. All of us," Souza wrote. "RIP Betty White."
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