Obituary of Betty Friedan

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Betty Friedan

Bettye Naomi Goldstein (born February 4, 1921 in Peoria, Illinois) was a writer and activist who was best known for being a leading figure in the women's movement in the United States and for her 1963 book, “The Feminine Mystique.” Betty died on February 4, 2006 and her death was because of congestive heart failure. She died on her 85th birthday.

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Betty Friedan Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Friedan, Betty
    • Common Name: Betty Friedan
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Peoria, Illinois, United States
    • Birth Date: February 04, 1921
    • Age: 85 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Bettye
    • Occupations:
    • Religion: Jewish
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Jif Peanut Butter
    • Favorite Color: Burgandy
    • Favorite Scent: Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet
    • Favorite Actor: Scarlett Johansson

    Betty's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Bettye Naomi Goldstein
    • Father: Harry Goldstein
    • Mother: Miriam Goldstein (née Horwitz)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Carl Friedan (married 1947-divorced 1969)
    • Son(s):
      • Daniel Friedan (born October 3, 1948)
      • Jonathan Friedan
    • Daughter(s):
      • Emily Friedan

Death Notice:

Category Tags:

WriterActivist American Born on February 4th Born in 1921 Born in Illinois Died in 2006 Died at age 85 Died from Congestive heart failure

Betty's Notable Roles:

  • The Feminine Mystique

Quotable Quotes:

"Betty Friedan was a trailblazing feminist who dedicated her life to fighting for gender equality and challenging societal norms, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations after her passing. (V)"

"Betty Friedan was a prominent American feminist who dedicated her professional life to promoting women's rights and gender equality, but sadly passed away after a lengthy battle with heart disease. (V)"

Is Ms. Betty Friedan still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-08-10 16:43:05
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