Golden Age Stars Who Are Still Alive And Doing Great At Retirement!
LEE MAJORS – 81 YEARS
Lee Majors has lived quite a life. Not only did he light up the screens and hearts of ladies across the globe in the ’70s, but he was the envy of men everywhere as he got to date some of the most sought-after women in the world including actress, Farah Fawcett!
Of course, Lee is most famous for his role as the Six Million Dollar Man, a part that earned him the type of fame that will last forever. However, Lee is more than content with married life now alongside his gorgeous wife Faith in their immaculate Houston house. Not bad for a man in his eighties, we reckon!
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.
Rachel Ward | Age 63
Rachel Ward is an actress, television director, screenwriter, and film director. She was born in Cornwell, England, on 12th September 1957. Besides, at the age of 16, she had left her school to become a fashion and photography model. She has briefly dated David Kennedy.
The renowned actress got married to Bryan Brown in 1983, and the couple has three children together- Rosie, Joe, and Matilda. Rachel Ward has acted in popular television ads like Revlon’s Scoundrel Girl and Lincoln-Mercury Cougar Girl. Apart from this, she had received a Golden Globe Award nomination for the new star of the year in 1981.
SAM ELLIOTT – 76 YEARS
Raised in Oregon by his parents, Sam Elliott got his degree in English and Psychology at the University in his hometown once he’d grown up. But his aim to pursue acting urged him to relocate to Los Angeles, and this must be the best decision the man has ever made in his life.

From his very first appearance on Judd for the Defense to his most recent acting credit in 2019’s Lady and the Tramp, Elliott has always been a blessed sight on the big screen, and even in his mid-seventies, this Golden age star is yet to retire. Keep bringing on the hits, Sam!
Ron Howard- Age 67
Ronald William Howard is a well-known American television and movie star who has won several awards for his brilliant work. Besides, he is best known for his roles in American sitcoms such as ‘The Andy Griffith Show’ and ‘Happy Days.’ Ron made his first film appearance when he was 18 months old and since then has never failed to impress his viewers.

Apart from this, Howard also directed and produced movies like A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon, and many more. He also holds many accolades, including the Academy Award for Best Directo and the National Medal of Arts. Additionally, Howard’s drama film Hillbilly Elegy was recently released on Netflix in November 2020.
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.
Kelly Lynch | Age 62
Well, this American actress and model was born on 31st January 1959 in Golden Valley, Minnesota, U.S. She was born to Barbara and Robert Lynch. Barbara was a modern dancer, and Robert was a restaurateur. Kelle Lynch has attended the Guthrie Theater. Moreover, she has also worked as a flight attendant post leaving her college.

Apart from this, before entering into the acting career, Kelly has worked as a model for the Elite modeling agency. Her breakthrough role was in the film Cocktail in 1988, which gave her popularity among the masses. Besides, Kelly got married to producer and writer Mitch Glazer in 1992.
Michael York | Age 79
This English actor was born on 27th March 1942 in Fulmer, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire. His mother, Florence Edith May Chown, was a musician, and his father, Joseph Gwynne Johnson, was an ex-Royal Artillery British Army officer and also an executive at Marks and Spencers departmental store.

Furthermore, he received his education from Bromley Grammar School for Boys. He then studied at Hurstpierpoint College and University College, Oxford. Michael first joined the Bromley Little theatre and is currently its president. Besides, his career began in 1956 with the Yellow Jacket. York got married to the photographer Patricia McCallum on 27th March 1968.
Shirley MacLaine | Age 87
Shirley MacLaine is a profound American actress, singer, activist, author, and former dancer. She was born on 24th April 1934 in Richmond, Virginia, the U.S. Furthermore, she has received an Academy Award, five Golden Globe Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award.

She studied in Washington-Lee High School and was a part of the cheerleading squad. Shirley has also acted in the school theater productions. Her debut film was The Trouble With Harry, which was produced by Alfred Hitchcock in 1955. Apart from this, MacLain got married to a businessman named Steve Parker in 1954 but got divorced in 1982.
Eva Marie Saint | Age 96
This stunning American Actress was born on 4th July 1924 in Newark, New Jersey, U.S. She has been working for over 75 years and has gained extreme popularity. The actress was profoundly known for her role in Ella Kazan’s on The Waterfront in 1954 as well as for Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest in 1959.

Furthermore, she has received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Eva Marie has also earned a BAFTA and Golden Globe nomination as well as won a Primetime Emmy Award. Apart from her television life, she was married to Jeffery Hayden in 1951 and had two children with him. Her husband died in 2016.
Jane Powell | Age 92
This charming beauty is an American actress, dancer, and singer. Jane was born on 1st April 1929 in Portland, Oregon, U.S. Moreover, this 92 years old pretty woman gained her fame in the mid-1940s when she got the roles in several Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer musicals. She is on the list of the last surviving stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood.

Apart from this, her notable works include A Date With Judy (1948), Seven Brides For Seven Brothers (1954), Royal Wedding (1951), Hit the Deck (1955). Jane Powell is a member of Trustees for the Actors’ Fund of America. Furthermore, she got married five times in all and has three children.
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.
Connie Stevens | Age 82
Connie Stevens is an American actress, producer, director, screenwriter, editor, singer, and cinematographer. She was born on 8th August 1938 in New York City, U.S. Stevens was born into a musical family. Her mother, Eleanor McGinley, was a singer, and her father, Peter Ingolia, was a musician. Connie Stevens got married twice and divorced both times, and has two children.

She started her career in 1957 with her debut film named Young and Dangerous. Connie has also featured in a supporting role in the musical comedy named Rock-A-Bye Baby in 1958. Apart from this, her directorial debut film was Saving Grace B. Johns in 2009.
William Shatner | Age 90
William Shatner is a well-known Canadian actor, producer, director, author, singer, and screenwriter. The legend was born on 22nd March 1931 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. William is also known as Bill Shatner. His father, Joseph Shatner, was a clothing manufacturer. Furthermore, he has studied BCom at McGill University.

William was also awarded Doctorate of Letters by McGill University as well as New England Institute of Technology. Shatner has earned several awards, which include the People’s Choice Award, Emmy Award, and Golden Globe Award. Apart from this, Tekwar is a famous science fiction novel written by William. He has also written several television series.
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.
Betty Lynn – 94 years
Betty Lynn is widely known for her small but impressive role in the TV comedy “The Andy Griffith Show” in the 1960s. Besides this, you would be pleased to know that she wasn’t a member of the main cast but appeared almost 26 times on the show. Additionally, she was bestowed with the “Legend Award” for her role on the show.

Her career began in the industry as a radio and theatre artist. Furthermore, she gave her first film performance with “Sitting Pretty” and worked in numerous other films such as The Hangman, Take care of my girl, and Cheaper by a dozen.
Helen Shapiro – Age 74
One of the famous English pop singers, Helen, is known to the music fanatics due to the two singles she released in the 1960s, namely, You Don’t Know and Walkin Back to Happiness. Both the songs topped UK charts and were recorded at the age of 14. For the song Look Who It is, Helen even got the opportunity to sing along with legendary John Lennon and The Beatles.

In 1993, Walking Back to Happiness, her autobiography was released. In 2012, she made an appearance on BBC radio show The Reunion and Good Morning Sunday in 2013. On 31 August 1988, Helen married John Judd, a British actor.
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.
Lindsay Wagner | Age 71
Lindsay Wagner had a lengthy acting career with many awards on her shelf. She is an American actress in films and TV, a model, author, singer and acting coach. Wagner started to gain popularity by starring in the show The Six Million Dollar Man, and by that, her character became the famous culture icon in the early 70s.

Also, not forgetting Lindsay played the leading role in the science fiction TV series The Bionic Woman. She started her career as a model and TV actress in Los Angeles. After getting success in the entertainment industry, she also wrote a series of books with Robert M Klein.
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.
Charles Shaughnessy – Age 65
His parents already being part of the Hollywood industry; from a young age, Charles started participating in several school plays. Before trying his luck in acting, he read law and got admitted into London drama school after graduation.

His first breakthrough was when he got the chance to play Shane Donovan for around eight seasons in Days of Our Lives, N.B.C.’s daytime soap opera. At the age of 38, he appeared as a male protagonist for the first time on The Nanny, a C.B.S. sitcom. He continued to work for prolonged and never really left performing on stage in plays. He married Susan Fallender and is the father of two daughters.
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.
WAYNE NEWTON – 78 YEARS
If ever there was someone that fully embodies what Las Vegas is all about it has to be Wayne Newton. This American legend has been cooking up a storm ever since his career started in 1959 and hasn’t ever stopped.

Wayne, or The Midnight Idol, as he is sometimes referred to, is on the way to his eighties, and he still has no intention of slowing down. In fact, he’s celebrating sixty years in entertainment soon! Why would you stop after only thirty thousand solo shows on the strip? We reckon Wayne is going to outlive us all!
LEE MAJORS – 81 YEARS
Lee Majors has lived quite a life. Not only did he light up the screens and hearts of ladies across the globe in the ’70s, but he was the envy of men everywhere as he got to date some of the most sought-after women in the world including actress, Farah Fawcett!

Of course, Lee is most famous for his role as the Six Million Dollar Man, a part that earned him the type of fame that will last forever. However, Lee is more than content with married life now alongside his gorgeous wife Faith in their immaculate Houston house. Not bad for a man in his eighties, we reckon!
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.
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.
Tony Bennett – Age 94
A renowned American singer, Tony became a favorite of the audience after releasing his Because of You in 1951, his first hit single. His singing wooed younger audiences, and he later collaborated with top artists like Lady Gaga, etc., for duets. During his singing career over time, he has released around 70 albums. Along with being a melodious singer, he is also a professional painter and often showcases his artwork on permanent public displays.

Winner of 19 Grammy Awards, National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Award, Kennedy Center Honoree, and several other accolades reflect Tony’s thriving career. He married his current wife, Susan Crow, in 2007.
Angela Lansbury – 95 years
Angela Lansbury is another iconic Hollywood star from the Golden Age. This scintillating beauty was born in Regent Park, one of London’s most luxurious parks. When she turned 17, she had her original big break and a seven-year contract with Metro Goldwyn Mayer. Her first marriage to Richard Cromwell ended in divorce in 1946.

Despite that, she and her first husband remained close friends throughout their life.
Other than this, she has worked in two Broadway plays during her East Coast Tour. Furthermore, her role as a controlling mother in Blue Hawaii was the top-grossing hit of all time. It helped her pass through the rocky phase in her career and helped her regain popularity.
Christina Pickles – 85 years
Hailing from one of the high-class families in England, Christina Pickles is also a most loved actress of all time. Her ability to portray any character with ease makes her much deserved to fame. One of her much-appreciated roles as an actor was on the popular series “Friends” as Courtney Cox’s mother.

Additionally, she is also a devoted mother to two children Oliver and Rebecca.
On top of that, she added a seventh Emmy nomination to her kitty with her role in the short comedy series “Break A Hip.” She has also won the prestigious drama Logue award for her role in the movie “Undiscovered Country.”
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