The Last Known Photo Of Betty White Speaks Volumes About Her Life

As fans know, January 17, 2022 would have been Betty White's 100th birthday. Although she died on New Year's Eve mere weeks before the momentous occasion, it hasn't stopped the internet from celebrating her. From the #BettyWhiteChallenge, which encouraged everyone to donate $5 to a local animal rescue or shelter in White's honor, to a special Google trick that generates a tribute if you search "Betty White," to the countless messages of love across the web, it feels like everyone is finding an occasion to celebrate the iconic Golden Girl.

Prior to her death, White appeared on the cover of People as the publication celebrated her then-upcoming 100th birthday, which left fans with quite the quote to remember her by. White told the magazine, "I'm so lucky to be in such good health and feel so good at this age. It's amazing." After her death, White's longtime agent and friend Jeff Witjas told the magazine that she lived "a life of happiness," and always put others ahead of herself. Thus, it's not surprising that White's assistant Kiersten Mikelas had something to share in celebration of White's big birthday.

Betty White appeared as vibrant as ever

On what would have been Betty White's 100th birthday, her assistant Kiersten Mikelas shared one of the last known photos of the beloved actor on Facebook. Complete with full makeup, "Golden Girls"-esque earrings, and a vibrant green ensemble, White looks as much herself as ever. Along with the photo, Mikelas captioned the post with a message about her own feelings on the actor. "She was radiant and beautiful and as happy as ever. Thanks to all of you who are doing kind things today and every day to make the world a better place[.]"

Other fans, both individual and organizational, joined in the chorus of singing her praises in the comments below the post on Facebook. Detroit Dog Rescue said, " Happy Birthday to such an incredible woman. Thank you for making the world so much brighter!" P1lot wrote, "Thank you for sharing. Her presence will be felt all 2022, a presence much needed. She was wonderful." And Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals gave major thanks to the Betty White Challenge, which has been sweeping the internet in celebration of White's birthday: "Our rescue has donations pouring in in memory/honor of this beautiful woman. Thank you, Betty White! The future of rescue animals is much brighter because of her!"

As fans continue to leave their heartfelt remembrances in the comments below Mikelas' photo, it's clear that White will always be America's Golden Girl.