Betty & Moo
Not to be outdone, WNYT Channel 13 hired former Broadway performer, Betty George in the mid-1970’s as their TV “Weather Girl.” Betty was always vivacious and very affectionate towards her omnipresent mutt, “Moo”. She had a memorable little jingle she would sing… “Any weather, we’re together…” I had the pleasure of meeting Betty at the grand-opening of the Uncle Sam Atrium Mall in Troy in the late 70’s. It was quite the event with plenty of red, white and blue, Betty’s jingle blaring loudly on the loudspeaker and actual crowds of shoppers in Downtown Troy.I also spotted Betty (sans Moo) numerous times partaking in the all-you-can-eat, peel & eat shrimp buffet at the old “Beefsteak Charlies” on Wolf Road. (Currently the Macaroni Grill). She had a very emotional TV farewell for her little dog when he passed away in the mid 1980’s. Wish I still had that old autographed photo of Betty & Moo…watching the weather was never so much fun.
Updated on 11/18/07:
Sad news this morning, as it was reported that Betty George has passed away at the age of 81. After over 20 years, Betty & Moo are finally reunited in the big “TV station in the sky.” Farewell Betty, you were one-of-a-kind and in our collective memories we will miss you.
November 16th, 2007 at 9:54 pm
Unfortunately, Betty George died today. She was 81.
Here’s the link
http://wnyt.com/article/stories/S259729.shtml?cat=300
November 18th, 2007 at 3:48 am
Although her beloved dog, Moo, died in 1984, Betty Green just passed away this week.
Details at:
http://timesunion.com/AspStories/story.asp?storyID=639982&category=&BCCode=&newsdate=11/17/2007