USPS will function new postage stamps devoted to Betty White, set to be launched for utilization in 2025.
In a press launch dated Friday, the federal government company offered a sneak peek at among the stamps going into circulation subsequent 12 months, which embody every little thing from revered pop icons to tributes for historical past and pure magnificence.
White’s stamp, a preliminary design of which may be viewed here, is a Dale Stephanos-created digital illustration primarily based upon a 2010 {photograph} by Kwaku Alston. Greg Breeding, a USPS artwork director, designed the stamp.
“An icon of American tv, Betty White (1922–2021) shared her wit and heat with viewers for seven many years — together with roles on The Golden Girls and The Mary Tyler Moore Present. The comedic actor, who gained youthful generations of followers as she entered her 90s, was additionally revered as a compassionate advocate for animals,” learn an outline of the stamp.
One other notable determine to be celebrated by the stamps is Allen Toussaint for the Black Heritage sequence. USPS additionally launched themed illustrations for the Yr of the Snake, which begins Jan. 29, 2025, in addition to stamps for Love (that includes work by the late Keith Haring).
“This early glimpse into our 2025 stamp program demonstrates our dedication to offering a various vary of topics and designs for each philatelists and stamp lovers,” Lisa Bobb-Semple, Stamp Providers director for USPS, mentioned within the launch. “This 12 months, we’re persevering with a number of of our standard sequence and commemorative anniversaries, whereas introducing some thrilling new stamps. Moreover, a number of of our mail-use stamps, that are printed primarily based on demand, will probably be up to date this 12 months. Keep tuned for extra bulletins within the coming months.”
The not too long ago launched glimpse of stamps is a partial record, with extra stamps to be introduced within the upcoming weeks and months. The designs at the moment depicted are additionally topic to alter.
