Betty Willis | |
|---|---|
| Born | Betty Jane Whitehead May 20, 1923 |
| Died | April 19, 2015 (aged 91) Overton, Nevada, U.S. |
| Occupation | Graphic designer |
| Years active | 1942–1999 |
| Known for | Designing the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign |
| Parent | Stephen R. Whithead |
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Betty Jane Willis (née Whitehead; May 20, 1923 – April 19, 2015) was an American visual artist and graphic designer.[1][2] Born in Overton, Nevada,[3][4] she is best known for having been the designer of the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign, and has been attributed to being an influencer in defining modern Las Vegas' visual image.
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- ^ "Betty Willis, whose sign welcomed visitors to 'fabulous' Las Vegas, dies". Washington Post. April 19, 2015. Retrieved April 21, 2015.
- ^ "Betty Willis, who designed iconic 'Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas' sign, dead at 91 (VIDEO)". New York Daily News. Associated Press. April 19, 2015. Retrieved April 21, 2015.