Content overview: “Betty McGuire, Broadway Star and 'Growing Pains' Actress, Dies at 100”. Betty McGuire, a celebrated Broadway actress known for her role in the original production of 'The King and I' and later appearances on the ABC sitcom 'Growing Pains,' died of natural causes on Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Motion Picture & Television Country House and Hospital in Woodland Hills, California. Her representative confirmed the news on Sunday. McGuire's career spanned decades, beginning on the New York stage where she appeared in notable productions and later transitioning to television.
She was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and her work left a lasting impression on both theater and TV audiences. Her longevity and dedication to her craft made her a respected figure in the entertainment industry. Her death marks the end of an era for classic Broadway and television, as she was among the last surviving performers from the golden age of musical theater. For the complete material, the listing points back to the source inside the network.