Betty A. Bridges, Star ofGood Times,ERand2 Broke Girls, Dies at 83

Mar. 15, 2025

Betty A. Bridges.Photo:Todd Bridges/Instagram

Todd Bridges/Instagram

Betty A. Bridges, an actress best known for starring inER,2 Broke GirlsandGood Times,has died. She was 83 years old.

According toDeadline, Betty died at the home of her son,Diff’rent StrokesstarTodd Bridges, in Phoenix on Tuesday, Aug. 27.

Rep Elizabeth Much confirmed her death to PEOPLE. Betty had reportedly been in hospice care at Todd’s home when she died, per Deadline.

Honoring his mother after her death, Todd, 59, shared a tribute on Instagram. “1941 - 2024 Betty Bridges,” the caption ofone postread on top of a photo of the actress flashing a beaming smile.

Betty A. Bridges and son Todd Bridges in Pasadena, California, on Sept. 13, 1981.Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Todd, who is best known for playing the role of Willis Jackson onDiff’rent Strokes, then sharedanother postthat featured a video montage of photos of his mother.

“So sorry, Todd. I’ll always love and miss Ms. Bridges,”one person commented. “She was so proud of you. She reconnected with me at Facebook a few years ago to let me know you were doing great. She would occasionally check in with me. Wishing you all the best. I’ll always be proud of you. Love you, brother. ❤️🙏🏾.”

Another also added, “I love that lady!!! So sorry you’re having to go through this Todd 🩵.”

Betty A. Bridges on Dec. 11, 1981.Ralph Dominguez/MediaPunch via Getty

Ralph Dominguez/MediaPunch via Getty

In addition toGood Times,ERand2 Broke Girls, Betty’s acting credits included the 1970s’Police Woman,Mary Hartman, Mary HartmanandCharlie’s Angels. She also made appearances in shows likeQuincy M. E,Diff’rent StrokesandWonder Woman.

According to Deadline, Betty carved out a career as a Hollywood manager and acting coach, co-founding an acting school called Kane Bridge Academy.

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She eventually began running her classes at her home in Los Angeles and even gave free lessons to children in the neighborhood.Nia Long, Sanaa Lathan and sistersReginaandReina Kingwere among her students, the outlet reports.

source: people.com