Despite the lighthearted annoyance, the two share a very close relationship. Sophie has followed in her mother’s footsteps as an actress (notably in Pose and The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story ), and Midler has often spoken about how proud she is of Sophie’s independence and talent. Career Context (2022)
Around the same time, Midler was experiencing a career resurgence with the release of (2022), where she reprised her iconic role as Winifred Sanderson. This project further cemented her legacy as a beloved "Grandma of Entertainment" to many fans, even as she waited for the title in her real life.
In early 2022, Bette Midler made headlines for a humorous but persistent "grandma wish" that reportedly annoyed her daughter, .
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Despite the lighthearted annoyance, the two share a very close relationship. Sophie has followed in her mother’s footsteps as an actress (notably in Pose and The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story ), and Midler has often spoken about how proud she is of Sophie’s independence and talent. Career Context (2022)
Around the same time, Midler was experiencing a career resurgence with the release of (2022), where she reprised her iconic role as Winifred Sanderson. This project further cemented her legacy as a beloved "Grandma of Entertainment" to many fans, even as she waited for the title in her real life.
In early 2022, Bette Midler made headlines for a humorous but persistent "grandma wish" that reportedly annoyed her daughter, .
