Beatrice Arthur

Beatrice Arthur (born Bernice Frankel on May 13, 1923), is an American actress and comedienne with a distinctive deep voice, acid wit, and height, standing almost 5 ft 10 in (1.77 m). Her notable television roles included the title role on the popular sitcom Maude in the 1970s and a starring role on The Golden Girls in the 1980s.

TV Work

• Caesar's Hour (regular performer from 1954-1956)
• Maude (1972-1978)
• The Star Wars Holiday Special (1978)
• Amanda's (1983) (canceled after 4 months)
• The Golden Girls (1985-1992)
• My First Love (1988)
• Dave's World (cast member from 1996-1997)