Gregory Bonsignore

author of “That’s Betty”

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A new children’s book presents the late Betty White as a role model for kids. She was the first woman to host a TV talk show, and worked with animals off-camera.

Betty White: Unlikely role model becomes focus of new kids’ book

A new children’s book presents the late Betty White as a role model for kids. She was the first woman to host a TV talk show, and worked with animals off-camera.

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