Dorothy Zbornak
Dorothy Zbornak, played by Bea Arthur, is a sharp-witted substitute teacher and the most pragmatic member of the group. She is frequently sarcastic and often serves as the voice of reason among her roommates.
Blanche Devereaux
Blanche Devereaux, portrayed by Rue McClanahan, is a glamorous, fun-loving Southern belle. She often references her youth, beauty, and romantic past, and she works as a house painter and art dealer in Miami.
Rose Nylund and Sophia Petrillo
Rose Nylund, played by Betty White, is a sweet, naive former babysitter from St. Olaf, Minnesota, known for her quirky stories. Sophia Petrillo, portrayed by Estelle Getty, is Dorothy’s sharp-tongued, quick-witted Sicilian-American mother, who often shares cynical one-liners.
For more background on the series, see The Golden Girls on IMDb.
