Betty Aberlin born in the Bronx in 1942, made television history by appearing for 33 years on cherished children's program, Mr. Rogers Neighborhood. Her role of Lady Aberlin, the niece of King Friday was a main character in the Neighborhood of Make Believe. She was the only human character among all the puppets and interacted with them, often providing the story's narrative. When the puppet characters struggled, it was often Lady Aberlin they turned to for comfort and advice while allowing them to express their feelings. She sang songs that taught lessons about life. Her natural acting ability made the young audience forget they were viewing puppets while providing the needed understanding of emotions and skills to develop friendships and self-esteem. In addition to her role on Mr. Rogers Neighborhood, theater, and some guest television appearances, Betty worked as a writer and poet, creating works on themes related to humanitarian causes. Betty has continued to stay close to her hometown roots, performing in many New York City venues.