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missy's pop pop · 06-14-2014, 09:19 PM

"Hot in Cleveland" without Betty White would be like "Password" without Allen Ludden. Bert Convy and Tom Kennedy did remarkable jobs in filling an unfillable pair of shoes. And when Betty goes to join Allen sooner or later--and for my part, I hope that will still be years from now!--whoever replaces her will be in the exact same spot as they were.

Of all the options mentioned, Vicki Lawrence is the only one who worked with Betty White who was NOT also in "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." But she is still best known for "Mama's Family" and would have to work extremely hard to divorce herself from her character.

Angela Lansbury? Since she got upset over a potential remake of "Murder She Wrote," I don't fathom her as a replacement...or again, replaceable!

Doris Roberts...Everyone loved her as Raymond's mother, but her sense of humor is a bit dryer...could be a judgment call.

Carol Burnett...she could do it, but here again you have an age factor.

Valerie Harper...she's made a tremendous comeback in more ways than one, but would she play it as a superannuated Rhoda Morgenstern?

Cloris Leachman...possibly...would be fun to see her as an older version of her "Phyllis" character!

Katherine Helmond? Where's Tony Danza when you need him--come to think of it, that would put yet another spin on the show!

Katherine McGregor--only three years behind Betty White, so you could conceivably have the same problem as with Betty herself.

Shirley Jones? Well, she's used to dealing with a wild assortment of family and friends...

And how about Florence Henderson? "Mrs. Brady" always had a certain effervescence that had nothing to do with Polident...a "tang" never found in instant breakfast drink...and that inimitable "Wessonality." Okay, corny, but she could surprise everyone!

comedyfreak · 06-15-2014, 06:42 AM

No one should, that's when the show can end.

king of comedy · 06-15-2014, 07:56 AM

Barbara Eden

OH Nuts! · 06-15-2014, 05:25 PM

Betty White is pretty much irreplaceable, but Doris Roberts would be a respectable second. And if not Doris then Vicki Lawrence.

everprincess · 06-15-2014, 09:25 PM

I don't think anyone could replace her. The show couldn't go on without her.
She has no health problems that I'm aware of. I truly believe she could live in her 100's. She is very active and eats hot dogs & fries everyday!

opus · 06-21-2015, 01:42 AM

Not only did she make it, she'll probably land another series

king of comedy · 06-21-2015, 08:10 AM

God Bless her!

Coffeecup · 06-21-2015, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by opus

Not only did she make it, she'll probably land another series

You never know, she appears peppier than ever.

Bonniegirl · 06-21-2015, 10:45 AM

I chose Cloris Leachman. But to be honest , I don't want to think of Betty passing away. Maybe the show should just go off the air if and when that happens and nobody would have to replace her!

Mr. Television · 06-21-2015, 10:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Bonniegirl

I chose Cloris Leachman. But to be honest , I don't want to think of Betty passing away. Maybe the show should just go off the air if and when that happens and nobody would have to replace her!

The show did just end a week ago so she made it. Time for her to go onto another show.

Bonniegirl · 06-22-2015, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Television

The show did just end a week ago so she made it. Time for her to go onto another show.

Oh I see now. This was an old thread brought back!!

opus · 06-22-2015, 03:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Bonniegirl

Oh I see now. This was an old thread brought back!!

Lots of old threads lying around here. If I'm bored, I like to dig down and resuscitate some. My record so far is one from 14 years ago.

Bonniegirl · 06-22-2015, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by opus

Lots of old threads lying around here. If I'm bored, I like to dig down and resuscitate some. My record so far is one from 14 years ago.

Yeah it's fun. I dug up an old thread the other day. Favorite movie snacks!

opus · 06-22-2015, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Bonniegirl

Yeah it's fun. I dug up an old thread the other day. Favorite movie snacks!

I like to find questions from as long ago as possible with 0 replies, answer it , and hope the topic starter is still here.

Wawwie · 06-22-2015, 09:19 PM

I don't like Betty White at all. I'm supposed to like her just because she's over 90 years' old?
The show Hot In Cleveland sucks and I've lost all respect for her and the others who "Starr" in this pathetic show about middle aged whores.

View Poll Results: who would replace Betty White?
Doris Roberts	2	15.38%
Carol Burnett	1	7.69%
Vicki Lawrence	6	46.15%
Valerie Harper	1	7.69%
Charlotte Rae	1	7.69%
Cloris Leachman	2	15.38%
Katherine Helmond	0	0%
Angela Lansbury	0	0%
Katherine MacGregor	0	0%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 13. You may not vote on this poll

06-14-2014, 09:19 PM	#16
missy's pop pop Hooray for "Hazel!" Frequent Poster Join Date: Nov 19, 2013 Location: St. Louis Posts: 396	Anyone for a "Tang-y" lady with "Wessonality?"...see the end of this post! "Hot in Cleveland" without Betty White would be like "Password" without Allen Ludden. Bert Convy and Tom Kennedy did remarkable jobs in filling an unfillable pair of shoes. And when Betty goes to join Allen sooner or later--and for my part, I hope that will still be years from now!--whoever replaces her will be in the exact same spot as they were. Of all the options mentioned, Vicki Lawrence is the only one who worked with Betty White who was NOT also in "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." But she is still best known for "Mama's Family" and would have to work extremely hard to divorce herself from her character. Angela Lansbury? Since she got upset over a potential remake of "Murder She Wrote," I don't fathom her as a replacement...or again, replaceable! Doris Roberts...Everyone loved her as Raymond's mother, but her sense of humor is a bit dryer...could be a judgment call. Carol Burnett...she could do it, but here again you have an age factor. Valerie Harper...she's made a tremendous comeback in more ways than one, but would she play it as a superannuated Rhoda Morgenstern? Cloris Leachman...possibly...would be fun to see her as an older version of her "Phyllis" character! Katherine Helmond? Where's Tony Danza when you need him--come to think of it, that would put yet another spin on the show! Katherine McGregor--only three years behind Betty White, so you could conceivably have the same problem as with Betty herself. Shirley Jones? Well, she's used to dealing with a wild assortment of family and friends... And how about Florence Henderson? "Mrs. Brady" always had a certain effervescence that had nothing to do with Polident...a "tang" never found in instant breakfast drink...and that inimitable "Wessonality." Okay, corny, but she could surprise everyone!

06-15-2014, 06:42 AM	#17
comedyfreak Cheers! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 14, 2005 Location: Sunny California Posts: 11,058	No one should, that's when the show can end.
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06-15-2014, 07:56 AM	#18
king of comedy Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Aug 31, 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 5,140	Barbara Eden

06-15-2014, 05:25 PM	#19
OH Nuts! Member Forum King Join Date: Feb 15, 2005 Posts: 133,383	Betty White is pretty much irreplaceable, but Doris Roberts would be a respectable second. And if not Doris then Vicki Lawrence.

06-15-2014, 09:25 PM	#20
everprincess Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Sep 05, 2011 Location: North Carolina Posts: 163	I don't think anyone could replace her. The show couldn't go on without her. She has no health problems that I'm aware of. I truly believe she could live in her 100's. She is very active and eats hot dogs & fries everyday!

06-21-2015, 01:42 AM	#21
opus VB Forum Superstar Join Date: May 16, 2015 Location: VB Galaxy Posts: 32,053	Not only did she make it, she'll probably land another series

06-21-2015, 08:10 AM	#22
king of comedy Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Aug 31, 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 5,140	God Bless her!

06-21-2015, 10:45 AM	#24
Bonniegirl AKA Hazel Horvath Forum Addict Join Date: Jul 10, 2014 Posts: 65,399	I chose Cloris Leachman. But to be honest , I don't want to think of Betty passing away. Maybe the show should just go off the air if and when that happens and nobody would have to replace her!

06-22-2015, 09:19 PM	#30
Wawwie Member Forum Star Join Date: Jul 26, 2006 Location: New York Posts: 14,376	I don't like Betty White at all. I'm supposed to like her just because she's over 90 years' old? The show Hot In Cleveland sucks and I've lost all respect for her and the others who "Starr" in this pathetic show about middle aged whores.