Betty Ann Bruno is dead. Check cause of death, career achievements

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Betty Ann Bruno has passed away at the age of 91. Bruno was a renowned actress who played a Munchkin in the classic film «The Wizard of Oz». The Emmy-winning TV reporter's death came unexpectedly after she experienced a sudden and severe headache while dancing at the Sonoma Women's Club on a Sunday.

Her husband, Craig Scheiner, promptly rushed her to the hospital, according to reports. Unfortunately, Betty suffered a heart attack and collapsed before reaching the hospital's front desk. Her husband shared that she had no significant health problems; her heart simply wore out due to old age.

In the weeks leading up to her passing, Betty had been remarkably active, engaging in activities such as teaching hula classes and spending time with her friends. As one of the last surviving Munchkins, Betty was honored at the Oz Stravaganza in Chittenango, New York, which is the longest-running celebration of «The Wizard of Oz.» Before achieving fame in the iconic film, Betty had an uncredited role in John Ford's 1937 movie «The Hurricane.» She later ventured into journalism and became a notable television reporter for KTVU in the Bay Area. Betty joined the station in 1971 as a writer for the 10 O'Clock News program and went on to win three Emmy Awards during her two-decade tenure for her exceptional work in breaking news, news-feature series, and investigative reporting.

Betty Ann Bruno was born as Betty Ann Ka’ihilani on October 1, 1931, in Wahiawa, Hawaii. She grew up in Hollywood and graduated from Stanford University in 1953. Early in her career, she worked as a secretary for the CIA and met her first husband, Russell Bruno, there.