Betty Furness - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	January 03, 1916
Died	April 03, 1994 (age 78)
Birthplace	New York City, New York, USA
Zodiac Sign	Capricorn - (see also Betty Furness's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Rabbit
Generation	Greatest Generation
Known For	Actress, television personality, and consumer affairs advocate; best known for being the Westinghouse spokesperson and for her work on consumer protection.

Intro

Betty Furness was an American actress and television personality best known for her work as a consumer advocate and her role as a spokesperson for Westinghouse. She appeared in several films during the 1930s and 1940s and later became a pioneering figure in consumer affairs broadcasting.

Early Life & Background

Betty Furness was born on January 3, 1916, in New York City. She attended the Brearley School and Art Students League of New York before embarking on an acting career in her teens.

Career Highlights

Starred in Hollywood films such as 'Magnificent Obsession' (1935) and 'Swing Time' (1936)
Became widely recognized as the spokeswoman for Westinghouse Electric Corporation in the 1940s and 1950s
Transitioned to consumer advocacy television roles, notably as NBC's consumer interviewer and as special assistant on consumer affairs in President Lyndon B. Johnson's administration
Received a Peabody Award in 1977 for her contributions to consumer affairs

Trivia

She became a household name in the US due to her Westinghouse commercials, where the catchphrase 'You can be sure…if it's Westinghouse' became iconic.
She was awarded the first national Consumers Union Award for her work in publicizing consumer rights.

FAQs

On Her Birth-Day

Discover more

Famous people born in 1916 Famous people born in January 1916 Famous people born on January 3rd

Famous people who died in 1916 Famous people who died in January 1916 Famous people who died on January 3rd