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Betty Rollin
1936 - 2023
Betty Rollin
1936 - 2023
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BORN
1936
DIED
2023
Betty Rollin Obituary
Betty Rollin was a news correspondent and author whose two memoirs were both adapted into TV movies, including "First, You Cry" starring Mary Tyler Moore (1936–2017).
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Ruth Goss
January 6, 2024
Sincere condolences to the family of Betty. She was a childhood friend in Yonkers when we went to PS21 and I have fond memories of playing at her house. Was saddened to hear of her passing when I wanted to wish her a happy birthday this week. She was an amazing women and her many accomplishments and multi-faceted careers are awesome. May God and memories be a comfort.
RB
November 29, 2023
"First You Cry" is such an incredible book and movie that helped so many in their own fight for cancer. Ms. Rollins honesty, humor and bravery was amazing and something that had not been but was so needed. Deepest condolences to her family, May God be with you all as you endure this most time of your loss.
RR
November 29, 2023
An inspiration to so many, her bravery with her battle with cancer encouraged so many. Sincere condolences to the Rollins family, truly sorry for your loss. May God be with you all in your time of sorrow.
Karen L Hanson
November 28, 2023
As a breast cancer survivor, I got a lot of comfort and hope from Betty's books. Rest in peace, sister, the world is a better place because you were here.
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