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Cher Sings 'Golden Girls' Theme On Filming Stage Ahead of Betty White NBC Tribute

Cher Sings 'Golden Girls' Theme On Filming Stage Ahead of Betty White NBC Tribute

Cher is paying tribute to icon Betty White, just days ahead of the NBC special dedicated to the late star.

The 75-year-old musician shared a clip of her singing “Thank You For Being a Friend”, which was the Golden Girls’ theme song from 1985 until 1992.

The song was originally written and recorded in 1978 by Andrew Gold, was later covered by Cynthia Fee.

“Every Friend is Golden 🌟” Cher captioned the clip on her Instagram.

Betty White: America’s Golden Girl will feature tributes from President Joe Biden, Drew Barrymore, Valerie Bertinelli, Bryan Cranston, Ted Danson, Ellen DeGeneres, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Ana Gasteyer, Goldie Hawn, Vicki Lawrence, Jane Leeves, Jay Leno, Anthony Mackie, Wendie Malick, Joel McHale, Tracy Morgan, Jean Smart, Mary Steenburgen and more.

“Co-stars, friends, admirers and those who shared special moments with White recount their favorite memories and reveal untold stories to commemorate the life and legacy of the trailblazing television star,” NBC shared of the program in a release. “The telecast will include clips and never-before-seen footage that best capture White’s irreverent tone, spirit and impeccable comedic timing that are a hallmark of her decades-long career.”

Betty died on December 31, just a few weeks shy of her 100th birthday.

Betty White: America’s Golden Girl will air Monday, January 31.

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