Sally Struthers has opened up about a surprising and uncomfortable encounter with Betty White. She revealed that the beloved actress once “fat-shamed” her during a private meeting. In a recent interview, Struthers shared the details of the incident. She offered a candid look at her experience working alongside the iconic The Golden Girls star.
In this article, we will delve into the details of the incident between Sally Struthers and Betty White.
Sally Struthers reveals Betty White fat-shamed her over plate of cookie
Sally Struthers has revealed an awkward moment she experienced with Betty White, in which the beloved Lake Placid actress fat-shamed her over a plate of cookies. During a January 13 appearance on Let’s Talk About That! with hosts Larry Saperstein and Jacob Bellotti, the actress opened up about the encounter, recalling how White made a hurtful remark in front of others.
Struthers shared that she had gone to White’s place for a work-related matter. While there, White had cookies brought in for them. When Struthers reached for one, White reportedly said, “Oh, I wouldn’t do that if I were you dear, you don’t need a cookie.” Struthers was apparently left shocked by the comment. She described it as a moment of being “totally fat-shamed” in front of everyone in the room. (via E! News)
Reflecting on the incident, Struthers admitted that it wasn’t a pleasant experience. She noted how it made her feel uncomfortable and self-conscious. Despite White’s public persona as a beloved television icon, Struthers said this moment left her with a different impression. The actress called White a “very passive-aggressive woman.”
While Struthers’ experience with Betty White was marked by this unfortunate interaction, she also shared her more positive memories of working with The Golden Girls actress Bea Arthur. Struthers fondly recalled how Arthur had a sharp wit and a rebellious nature.
