Actor Todd Bridges touchingly shared the final words he spoke to his mother, actress Betty A. Bridges, who passed away in late August at 83. Bridges lovingly gave her permission to leave, comforted by the knowledge that she could reunite with her loved ones.
Actor Todd Bridges, known for his portrayal of Willis Jackson in the beloved sitcom "Diff'rent Strokes," recently shared an intimate account of his mother's passing. Betty A. Bridges, herself an actress, succumbed to an undisclosed illness in late August at the age of 83. In a deeply moving interview with People magazine, Todd Bridges revealed that he was by his mother's side when she peacefully passed away while receiving hospice care at his Phoenix home.
Bridges recalled the final moments he shared with his mother, describing her as being briefly awake before her passing. With tenderness, he kissed her on the forehead and uttered words that would bring her immense solace. "Look, if you want to go see your mom and your grandmother and your brothers, you can go ahead, Mom. Go," he said. "We're going to be okay."
Todd Bridges Gives Touching Account of Final Moments with Dying Mother
A few hours later, Betty A. Bridges passed away surrounded by the love of her family. Todd Bridges expressed gratitude for the end of his mother's suffering, saying, "She was going through too much, and I was happy that God took her home."
While he admitted to having mixed emotions about his mother's passing, Bridges recognized that his mother had endured significant challenges and that her passing brought an end to her pain. "My mom passing away, to me, I didn't want her to, but I didn't want to see her suffer anymore either," he said.
Todd Bridges Gives Touching Account of Final Moments with Dying Mother
Bridges credited his mother with being a pillar of strength during his recovery from addiction. Her unwavering support and tough love played a crucial role in his journey towards sobriety, his representative shared after her passing. "Her tough love and unwavering support highlight the profound impact of family and friends in overcoming life's toughest battles," the representative said.
Todd Bridges' account of his mother's passing is a testament to the profound bond between a mother and son. His words are a reminder that even in the face of loss, there is comfort to be found in knowing that our loved ones have passed peacefully and that they are reunited with those who have preceded them.
Todd Bridges Gives Touching Account of Final Moments with Dying Mother
In the wake of his mother's passing, Bridges continues to honor her memory through his work and his commitment to helping others overcome addiction. His story serves as an inspiration to all who have faced loss and serves as a reminder of the enduring power of love.
