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

KIM BASINGER – 67 YEARS

Kim is a former fashion model who decided to move to a new city with a new ambition of acting and proving her worth in the latter. She got the chance to play a Bond Girl in the 1983 spy film “Never Say Never Again” and starred in many films that temptress of the 80s and 90s.

For her femme fatale portrayal in the 1997 film “L.a. Confidential,” she received an Academy Award for best-supporting actress. Kim has been the cover girl for various magazines before she stepped into acting and also had to turn down a modeling offer from Ford Modeling Agency.

 

Richard Chamberlain | Age 87

This American actor and singer was born on 31st March 1934 in Beverly Hills. Besides being an actor and singer, he has also worked in musical theaters and has performed classical stage roles. Thus, he became a leading heartthrob of the early 1960s.

Richard won the Golden Apple Award for the Most Cooperative Actor in 1962. Furthermore, he was awarded the Golden Globe award in 1963 for best TV Star- Male. Chamberlain was also nominated for a Grammy Award for the recording of his Hamlet. Apart from this, if we talk about his personal life, he was romantically involved with a television actor Wesley Eure, in the early 1960s.

Pat Boone | Age 86

Well, this dashing man is an American actor, singer, writer, and composer, spokesman, television personality, motivational speaker, and what not. Pat Boone was born on 1st June 1934 in Jacksonville, Florida, the U.S. During the 1950s and early 1960s, he was a popular Pop singer in the United States.

Pat is known for selling 45 million records, giving 12 hit Hollywood films and 38 Top 40 hits. Apart from his career, if we talk about his studies, he graduated from David Lipscomb High School, Nashville, in 1952. Boone is a great-great-great-great grandson of Daniel Boone, who was an American Pioneer. Boone’s marriage to Shirley Foley ended in the 1960s.

Warren Beatty | Age 84

Warren Beatty is a renowned American actor, producer, director, and screenwriter. Beatty was born in Richmond, Virginia on 30th March 1937. Furthermore, he has worked for around six decades, making him a well-known personality even at the Age of 84 years. His notable directorial works include Heaven Can Wait, Dick Tracy, Reds, Bulworth, and Rules Don’t Apply.

Apart from this, Warren is also known for productions like Shampoo, Bugsy, and Bonnie and Clyde. Warren has earned several nominations for Academy Awards, Best Actor, Best Director, Best Picture, Original Screenplay, and Adapted Screenplay. Besides, he got married to Annette Bening in 1992 and has four children.

ROBERT WAGNER – 91 YEARS

Robert John Wagner Jr. is an American actor best known for his lead role in It Takes a Thief, Hart to Hart, and Switch. He acted in the world-famous sitcom Two and a Half Men as Teddy Leopold. His journey wasn’t limited to television, as he appeared in films like Austin Powers, The Pink Panther, A Kiss Before Dying, The Towering Inferno, and many more.

He may be in his 90’s now, but he’s ever so young at heart. He has acted in over 100 movies and has lasted for more than seven decades on television. He’s not only a film veteran but also has his interests extended to golfing.

MARLENE CLARK – 71 YEARS

Marlene Clark is a retired American actress known for her portrayal in the 1973 horror film called “Ganja & Hess.” The actress was born in Los Angeles and moved to New York later. Before stepping into acting, she became a fashion model. A few of her films include “Putney Swope,” “The Landlord,” and many more.

Marlene shared one of her bad experiences in an interview. She discussed an event in her life where she felt extremely uncomfortable while shooting for an intimate scene with her co-actor in the 1974 horror film “Black Mamba.” She was married to an American actor, Billy Dee Williams, but they got separated.

Kim Novak – Age 87

Kim Novak, an American actor shot to fame in mid 1950’s after her double performance in Vertigo, an  Alfred Hitchcock’s psychological thriller as Madeleine Elster and Judy Barton. Till date, it is arguably known as the finest film of Kim. By delivering several excellent performances, she rapidly paved her way to become a popular sensation. She starred alongside Jimmy Stewart in different films.

For three successive years, Novak enjoyed stardom as a top box office star.Before rising to fame, she worked on different jobs like elevator operator, dental assistant and sales clerk. She portrayed in Picnic, a 1955 film and won Golden Globe Globe Award for Most Promising Newcomer.

Terry Kilburn – Age 94

An English American actor, Terry Kilburn, was born in London and, at the age of 10, stepped into Hollywood to try his luck in acting. As a child, he made appearances in several popular films like Mr. Chips, A Christmas Carol, Goodbye, etc. His innocent face, dreamy eyes, and diligence earned him sought after fame when he was 11 years old.

He later played the protagonist in two films named Lord Jeff and Swiss Family Robinson. Along with Basil Rathbone, he was also seen in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. His last movie was Lolita, in which he played a minor role. He currently lives in his Minneapolis home.

Marsha Hunt – Age 103

One of the oldest American actors from the Golden Age of Hollywood, Marsha worked for around seven decades in the industry. She became famous after starring alongside John Wayne in the opposite role in Born to The West movie. In the Lost Angel movie, she made an appearance along with James Craig and Margaret O’Brien.

She never looked back afterward and was portrayed in fifty-plus films, namely Havoc, Diplomatic, The Valley of Decision, Pride and Prejudice, The Happy Time, etc. Lately, she actively aids in creating homeless shelters, raises awareness regarding climate change, and speaks for humanitarian causes of hunger-related issues.

Nehemiah Persoff – 101 Years

Nehemiah Persoff is an American actor; he retired in 1999. After his retirement, he pursued painting and specializing in watercolors. Persoff has acted in more than 200 television shows, films, and plays in his 52-year career. Originally born in Jerusalem in 1919, Nehemiah emigrated to the United States in 1929 with his family.

Nehemiah started his acting career in the New York theatre after serving in the army during World War II. During the war, he was a subway technician, maintaining signals. One of his early roles was of the gangster boss Bonaparte in Billy Wilder’s film Some Like It Hot (1959). He also did supporting roles in movies.

 Ali MacGraw – 81 years

Ali MacGraw is a one time Golden Globe award winner for her out of the world performance in the movie “Goodbye, Columbus.” She was born in Pound Ridge, United States. Moreover, she has even been rewarded with an Academy Award for her exceptional performance in the movie “Love Story.”

She started her career as a photographer assistant for “Harper’s Bazaar.” Other than being an actress and a model, she is also an animal rights activist. She even authored the book “Pawprints of Katrina” about the most extensive pet rescue in history. Additionally, she has also acted in many television series such as Winds of war, Dynasty, and China Rose.

KIM BASINGER – 67 YEARS

Kim is a former fashion model who decided to move to a new city with a new ambition of acting and proving her worth in the latter. She got the chance to play a Bond Girl in the 1983 spy film “Never Say Never Again” and starred in many films that temptress of the 80s and 90s.

For her femme fatale portrayal in the 1997 film “L.a. Confidential,” she received an Academy Award for best-supporting actress. Kim has been the cover girl for various magazines before she stepped into acting and also had to turn down a modeling offer from Ford Modeling Agency.

Loni Anderson – Age 75 Years

Loni’s first breakthrough role came in 1978 when she bagged a role in W.K.R.P. in Cincinnati, a sitcom. She became acclaimed overnight for her role, which made her worthy of two Emmy Awards and three Golden Globe award nominations. After a wide gap when she wasn’t able to get good roles, Loni came back in 1975 by portraying S.W.A.T. series, films, and other T.V. roles.

At the age of 74, this stunning actress though not much seen on the small screen but is still in touch with the Hollywood lifestyle. She often hits the red carpet by making an appearance in different charity, gala, award events, etc.

Karen Allen – Age 69

Hollywood first noticed a gorgeous American actress with a bright smile, Karen, in 1978. She bagged one of her biggest roles in Animal House, National Lampoon’s film. Her career took flight, and she went to make several appearances and won Saturn Award too for her role in Raiders of the Lost Ark. She never really thought of pursuing a career in acting until she decided to study art and design.

Karen rose to international stardom after starring in popular films like Raiders of the Lost Ark, Challenger, Scrooged, and The Turning. Along with this, she owns a textile company and gives classes related to Yoga.

Dick Van Dyke – Age 95

Dick Van Dyke, an actor and famous comedian blessed with multiple talents, left his footprints in the Hollywood industry after working for seven decades. His career took flight after he starred in Bye Bye Birdie, a musical film, and The Dick Van Dyke Show, a drama series. His most breakthrough role was in The Dick Van Dyke Show as Rob Petrie played for 5 years.

He proved his worth by continually portraying several musical films and drama series that won him myriad accolades, including SAG Life Achievement Award. His performance in Mary Poppins soundtrack alongside Julie Andrews in 1964 won him a Grammy Award.

Kathrine Ross | Age 81

Kathrine Juliet Ross, known as Kathrine Ross, was one of Hollywood’s famous faces in her era. She is an American film, stage and TV actress and recipient of one Academy Awards, two Golden Awards and one BAFTA Awards. Kathrine made her debut in 1965, starring in the movie Shenandoah.

Later she was seen in supporting roles in Mister Buddwing, The Singing Nun. Additionally in 1967, Kathrine was cast in the comedy Drama The Graduate, for which she received significant critical acclaim and massive praise from the audience. Furthermore, Kathrine dropped Hollywood and acted occasionally after she got married to Conrad Hall.

ADAM RICH – 53 YEARS

Adam Rich is an actor known for his brilliant work in “Code Red” and “CBS Children’s Mystery Theatre.” He was born in Brooklyn and had an impressive profile as a child artist. He was ranked 73rd on vh1’s “The Greatest” list. Rich is famously known as the “America’s Little Brother” because of his role and performance in “Eight is Enough.”

His note-worthy works are TV commercials for “Betty Crocker Snackin’ Cake” and “Nabisco’s Wheatsworth Crackers.” Rich studied acting from the renowned dramatics teacher Bob Carelli, who also taught Val Kilmer, Mare Winningham, Kevin Spacey. Currently, he gives ideas for scripts and content.

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