The Golden Girls was such an instant hit after its 1985 premiere that all three lead actresses — Bea Arthur, Rue McClanahan and Betty White — earned Emmy nominations along with Estelle Getty for her ...

The 2025 Emmys want to thank the Golden Girls for being a friend. In fact, the award show held an onstage tribute to the seven-season sitcom—and its stars Beatrice Arthur, Betty White, Rue McLanahan ...