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Golden Age Stars Who Are Still Alive And Doing Great At Retirement!

OJ Simpson- Age 73

Orenthal James Simpson, best known by his nickname “The Juice,” is an actor, commentator, and former American football player. His sensational and record-breaking football career contributed to many other opportunities, which made him an inspiration for many others.

Furthermore, when Simpson was at the peak of his football career, he also pursued a career as an actor, which he did successfully.

Later, he became a sports commentator after retiring from football and started his acting career. In 2007, Simpson was arrested and charged with armed robbery and kidnapping in Los Vegas. He got released from jail in 2017 after ten years of imprisonment; since then, he remained under the radar.

BERNADETTE STANIS- 63 YEARS

Bernadette Stanis is best known as Thelma from Good Times, but she has had more in store for her. She was the personification of beauty in the 1970s and a symbol of grace. She showed that a person from a ghetto could very well be respected and have dreams to fulfill. She is an excellent dancer and has a touch of comedic charm and versatile qualities

She is married to the love of her life to Kevin Fontana, with whom she has been for the last 40 years. They are currently staying away from the camera and devote most of their time to strengthening each other as a family.

HARRY BELAFONTE – 94 YEARS

Harry Belafonte is one of the most popular Jamaican- American pop stars ever and got his breakthrough album titled “Calypso” in the year 1956. In his musical career, he has recorded and tried various genres like mento, pop, folk-world, etc. Harry is a recipient of three Grammy awards and also a lifetime achievement award.

His talent is not just limited to singing; the musician is also an actor and a social activist. Belafonte starred in his first film role in the year 1953 with the film “Bright Road.” Later, he was flooded with film offers, and he signed most of them.

BILLY DEE WILLIAMS – 84 YEARS

Renowned for his role in “Star Wars Franchise,” Billy Dee Williams has made several records in his career. He returned to portray the same character after thirty-six years. He made his film debut in 1959 with the film “The Last Angry Man” but gained national attention in 1971 with ABC’s television movie “Brian’s Song.”

Billy has been married three times, and he currently resides with his third wife, Teruko Nakagami. In 2019 there were rumors about him being gender-fluid as he referred to himself using both masculine and feminine pronouns, which he later clarified by saying that he was just illustrating and not referring to himself.

GARY DOURDAN – 54 YEARS

Known for his performance in the television series “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation,” Gary Dourdan is a popular name in the West. The talented actor was born in Pennsylvania and, after some years, moved to New Jersey along with his family, where he started generating his interest in acting and martial arts.

He kick started his career with theatre and later appeared in music videos and appearing in minor roles in film and television projects. It was until 1987 that he got his first big project in the form of “A Different World,” a television series that made him a household name. The actor is a parent to two children.

BOLO YEUNG – 75 YEARS

Bolo Yeung is an actor and bodybuilder who has worked in several martial arts movies. His first few roles were as a villain, for which he gained a lot of appreciation in Hong Kong. His most famous film has been Entering the Dragon, where he was praised for his marvelous action. Before stepping into the entertainment industry of Hong Kong, Bolo had a renowned bodybuilding career.

He remains charming with his muscular body in his mid-70s. People seek inspiration from him and try to instill good bodybuilding tips. For the following years, he participated in many competitions and finally won the title of Mr. Hong Kong.

JIMMIE WALKER- 74 YEARS

Jimmie Walker began working full-time with WRVR and began performing as a stand-up comedian in 1969. He also appeared on the 1990 Match Game and many other shows where he made guest appearances. He has acted in movies like Rabbit Test and The Concorde Airport. He won the Impact Award for Good Times in 1974.

He is active mainly on Facebook and shares his posts there. Jimmie is his own person and believes in living his life on his terms. He has won several a five and has remained unmarried all his life. However, he remains confident that he will soon hear the chimes of love.

Montel Williams – Age 64

Popular among the audience for being the host of The Montel Williams, his long-running show. Before becoming a crucial part of the American Television world, William served for 15 years in the Marine Corps and Navy. He was later discharged with full honor.

Merely in a year, his talk show got ranked in the list of other celebrity shows like Oprah Winfrey, Phil Donahue and received higher ratings than expected. His show won an Emmy Award that aired from 1991 to 2008. In 1999, he got diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, and to raise awareness regarding it, he founded a non-profit foundation called MS foundation.

Priscilla Presley (Age 76 Years)

Priscilla Ann Presley is a woman who knows how to work her charms. She was married to the King of Rock and Roll himself, Elvis Presley, from 1967 to 1973. Ironically enough, she became the chairwoman of the Elvis Presley Enterprises after their split.

Priscilla has been in the entertainment industry for many years, but her most famous role was as Jane Spencer. After splitting from Elvis Presley, she opened up a clothing boutique with friend and stylist Olivia. The business took off and catered to celebrities like Cher, who shopped there regularly! Talking about dedication, Priscilla is also a devoted activist and philanthropist.

KIM FIELDS – 52 YEARS

Kim Fields is known to the world as Tootie after appearing on the NBC sitcom “The Fact Of Life.” Later, she appeared in the Fox sitcom “Living Single.” The formerly mentioned show was her breakthrough role. Previously, she appeared in not very popular shows and did not give her the required fame.

The star was last seen in the 2021 flick “Adventures In Christmasing” and currently appears in the Netflix series “The Upshaws.” Her directorial ventures are concerned; she directed two episodes of the American comedy series “That Girl Lay Lay” and produced many shows and flicks.

Johnny Mathis – Age 85

John Royce Mathis, who goes by the name Johnny Mathis is a famous American singer and songwriter. His career started with releasing singles of standard music, for which his prominence rose as an album artist.

 

Moreover, some of Mathis’s songs were ranked at Billboard chats with achieving success and fame, out of which some of them still rank. Johnny is a famous singer from the 50s, 60, and 70s who gave a new tune to romance. His songs were primarily romantic. With such a great career in music, Johnny is not finished with music. He is still touring and recording for generations of fans.

OJ Simpson- Age 73

Orenthal James Simpson, best known by his nickname “The Juice,” is an actor, commentator, and former American football player. His sensational and record-breaking football career contributed to many other opportunities, which made him an inspiration for many others.

Furthermore, when Simpson was at the peak of his football career, he also pursued a career as an actor, which he did successfully.

Later, he became a sports commentator after retiring from football and started his acting career. In 2007, Simpson was arrested and charged with armed robbery and kidnapping in Los Vegas. He got released from jail in 2017 after ten years of imprisonment; since then, he remained under the radar.

Wesley Snipes- Age 58

Wesley Snipes is a prominent actor, film producer, and martial artist from America. He performed roles in many movies like New Jack City, Passenger 57, Demolition Man, and Marvel Comics character Blade in the Blade film trilogy. Furthermore, Snipes has also won many awards and nominations, including the Volpi Cup for Best Actor.

Later in 1991, Wesley founded Amen-Ra Films, a production company, and a branch named Black Dot Media to produce television projects and movies. Also, Snipes is a trained martial artist and has a 5th-grade black belt in Shotokan Karate and 2nd-grade black belt in Hapkido. Even in his fifties, Wesley is active and giving hit performances.

Sharon Stone (Age 63 Years)

Sharon has had an extensive career in film and television. Sharon played a variety of roles that are notable for their mystery. Her most famous characterizations bordered on being seductresses or femmes fatales. This made her famous at the time; she worked on several hit movies such as Basic Instinct and Silver.

Her television and film credits include a Primetime Emmy Award, two Golden Globe Awards, and an Academy Award nomination. As for her love life, Sharon tied the knot twice, and both her marriages failed. However, Stone is a mother to three adopted children, and she lives with them in Hollywood, California.

Grace Jones (Age 73 Years)

Grace Jones has been a model, singer, and actor over the decades. She ranked 82nd on VH1’s 100 Greatest Women of Rock List in 1999, which is just one example of her achievements. As an artist that has inspired other artists like Lady Gaga or Rihanna with her work.

Grace also won the Q Idol Award 2008, giving even more proof of how great she really is! A major influence during the cross-dressing movement in the ’80s, Jones was also a stunning model. She began her modeling career in New York and eventually moved to Paris. While in Paris, she worked with fashion powerhouses like YSL and Kenzo.

DEBBIE ALLEN – 71 YEARS

Debbie Allen is a refined and multi-talented actress. But apart from that, she is also a dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, director, and producer. Allen and Former NBA player Norm Nixon got married and had three beautiful children. But now she teaches young dancers at her Debbie Allen Dance Academy in Los Angeles.

Her talents and experiences are visible in all her works. She is also an excellent columnist for the “Movement” magazine and has authored the book “Dancing in the Wings paperback.” Without a surprise, Allen has more than a dozen prestigious awards under her name, like three Emmy Awards, a Golden Globe, five NAACP Image Awards, a Drama Desk, etc.

ERICA GIMPEL – 57 YEARS

Erica Gimpel, a graduate from New York’s High School of Performing Arts is best known for her popular sitcoms like  “Fame” and “Profiler.” Apart from being a famous actress and dancer, she is also a singer and songwriter. Erica’s passion for acting ignited during her formal training in the Performing Arts’ Drama Department.

Her debut album “Spread Your Wings and Fly” became a super hit in CD Baby’s top albums chart. Gimpel is an Innovative Award laureate from the LA Femme International Film Festival and a member of the SGI-USA, an international peace organization. It would be fair to call her a distinguished artist.

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