She grew up surrounded by laughter, then went on to become one of the best — and most beloved — comedic actresses ever. Betty White’s big break came in 1949 when she took a job as the “Girl Friday” to host Al Jarvis on a new show called Hollywood on Television. She didn’t realize she’d be expected to go live on the air for five-and-a-half hours a day, six days a week. That gig prepared her for anything. “To be able to talk to the camera — the camera became your best friend,” she once said. “You’re looking into that little camera lens, and they’re looking into your soul. You can’t be phony. You…

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