Betty A. Bridges, Actress and Mother of Todd Bridges, Dies at 83

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Betty A. Bridges, Actress and Mother of Todd Bridges, Dies at 83

As a gamer with a deep appreciation for the art of storytelling, I can’t help but reflect on the rich tapestry of narratives that Betty A. Bridges has woven throughout her illustrious career. Her four-decade journey in Hollywood, spanning iconic shows and films, is a testament to her versatility, resilience, and undeniable talent.

Betty A. Bridges, an actress and mother of the late Todd Bridges from ‘Diff’rent Strokes’, who graced several television shows including ‘Hill Street Blues’, ‘Ally McBeal’, and numerous others, has passed away at the age of 83.

Bridge passed away on Wednesday at Todd’s residence in Phoenix, as confirmed by his publicist, Elizabeth Much.

Betty Alice Bridges acted in a wide variety of shows over the span of four decades. These included roles on series like Police Woman, Good Times, Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman, Charlie’s Angels, Wonder Woman, Quincy, M.E., Flamingo Road, Lou Grant, Dallas, NYPD Blue, ER, and Scrubs.

Born and raised in Dallas, this individual was featured in movies like “A Night at the Roxbury” (1998) and “Building Bridges” (2000), a 45-minute documentary chronicling Todd’s challenging journey as a child actor navigating Hollywood’s troubles.

Not only did Bridges manage, but she also served as a coach, guiding aspiring actors. Together with another individual, she established the Kane Bridge Academy. Some of her students included Nia Long, actresses Reina and Regina King, Sanaa Lathan, Tony O’Dell, Marcus Chong, and Shashawnee Hall.

Besides Todd, aged 59, there are additional survivors: Jimmy Bridges, Verda Bridges (both actors like their mother), and Zerondrick. Also surviving are twelve grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was married to talent agent James Bridges Sr. from 1960 until their 1983 divorce.

Bridges significantly contributed to Todd’s journey out of addiction, as her firm yet constant encouragement underscores the immense influence of loved ones during the most challenging struggles in life, according to his family.

Contributions in honor of Betty can be given to the Global Recovery Initiatives Foundation, as a means to commemorate her life and the daily recovery journey that Todd experiences.

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2024-08-31 01:24