Bea Arthur’s Final Interview-Video
Last night, while watching my second favorite episode of “The Golden Girls,” I was overcome by grief.
As I watched my beloved and fierce Bea Arthur belt out, ‘What’ll I Do?’ in am impromptu session at the ‘Rusty Anchor,’ I realized that I will never get to see Bea Arthur perform live. And this kittens, is my one regret in life.
You may remember Bea from ‘The Golden Girls,’ but I also remember her outspoken nature on both ‘All in the Family’ and later ‘Maude’ (which I own on DVD–thanks Mom and Dad!). She was a true pioneer in her craft and would cut a bitch if she needed to. She was my hero.
And now we are graced with what is believed to be Bea Arthur’s final interview compliments of her personal assistant who was with Ms. Arthur for over six years. This was her last interview done with the Merv Griffin produced series, “Lunching with a Legend.” Her interview is one a several others including her co-star, Betty White, Phillis Diller, Carol Channing and Bea. The site for the series is still under construction as is the last interview with the woman who brought Dorothy Zbornak to life. It is due to be aired upon completion of the series.
It goes without saying that there will never be another Bea.
“Now this goes to the grave with you - I hate cheesecake!” -Bea Arthur
Also, I need to take this moment to thank one of our FAVORITE readers, Stephen, for sending us the link to this video. You definitely have a place in our “Bea Arthur was the Queen B” club.
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