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

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.

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.

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.

JOHN AMOS- 81 YEARS

John Allen Amos Jr started his career in football and signed to become a part of the American Football League. It didn’t last long, and years later, he got introduced to acting. He took the role of the weatherman on The Mary Tyler Moore Show. He has been privileged to have won more TV Land Awards than any other actor.

It was credited to his appearances on Good Times, Roots, and The Mary Tyler Moore Show. He found love with his previous wives, but they finally outgrew each other, and now he is single and hopes to find his soulmate.

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.

Sidney Poitier | Age 94

Well, Sidney Poitier is a retired actor, activist, film director, and ambassador. He was born on 20th February 1927 in Miami, Florida, U.S. Moreover, he has Bahamian and American citizenship. Sidney was the first Black male and Bahamian actor who won the Academy Award for the Best Actor.

Furthermore, he has also served as the Bahamian Ambassador for Japan from 1997 to 2007. Poitier joined the North American Negro Theater and landed on his breakthrough film Blackboard Jungle, in 1955. Apart from this, he first got married to Juanita Hardy in 1950 and divorced in 1965. Sidney then got married to Joanna Shimkus in 1976.

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.

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.

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.

Daniel Davis – Age 75

A man blessed with ravishing looks, Daniel always wanted to be an actor since childhood after watching Tyrone Power movies. His parents used to manage cinema. He landed his first acting job professionally at the age of 11 when he made an appearance in Betty’s Little Rascals, an Arkansas local show. Daniel is widely known to the American audience as Niles the Butler, a role he played in The Nanny, a sitcom for around seven years.

Furthermore, he has made several guest appearances, and best was the one on Star Trek: The Next Generation as Professor Moriarty. He is unmarried and never linked with any rumors or love affairs.

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.

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.

William Daniels – Age 93

William is a notable American actor and served as Screen Actors Guild president. Before rising to fame, William started his career as Daniels Family singing member in Brooklyn. After his epic role as Dustin Hoffman’s father in the film The Graduate and Boy Meets World as Mr. Feeny, he garnered audience attention. His other best-known performance was in St Elsewhere for portraying Dr. Mark Craig, and this role won him Emmy Awards twice.

On the personal front, he married Bonnie Bartlett on June 30, 1951, also an Emmy Award winner. The couple lives with two adopted children in their Los Angeles home.

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.

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.

Katarina Witt – Age 56

As a world-renowned athlete, Katarina Witt has accomplished many notable feats throughout her career. She won two Olympic gold medals for Germany in 1984. Besides, it was just the beginning of her accomplishments on an international level! In addition to achieving four consecutive World Championships between 1984 and 1988, Katarina also won six European titles consecutively from 1983 until 1988.

The former figure skater’s secret to looking youthful and vibrant is a nutritious diet and regular exercise. Witt believes that all the blood pumping from a workout really reflects on a person’s skin. Therefore, she doesn’t need to follow a skincare routine, and just a moisturizer works fine for her.

Joy Harmon – 80 years

Born in Flushing, New York, this hypnotizing beauty moved to Connecticut in 1946 to pursue a career in show business. Initially, she became a participant in the reality show “You Bet Your Life. She has also been a part of many television series such as Gidget and Batman. Additionally, she is widely known for her roles, such as car washing Lucille in “Cool Hand Luke.”

Furthermore, she was married to the film producer and editor Jeff Gerson. Their union lasted for almost three decades, and they were blessed with three children. On top of that, she even opened a bakery called Aunt Joy’s cakes in California.

Dolly Parton- Age 75

Dolly Parton is a country music songwriter, singer, actress, businesswoman, poet, and humanitarian from the United States. After gaining success as a songwriter for others, Parton released her first album named Hello; I’m Dolly in 1967, which was a huge success. Besides, Dolly also has a record of selling more than a hundred million records globally.

Apart from this, Dolly Parton achieved many awards, including Grammy Awards and Lifetime Achievement Award. She also worked in many movies, like 9 to 5 and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. In addition, the biographical documentary Here I’m was added to the Netflix streaming services in 2019, whose title was taken Parton’s 1971 song.

Susan Boyle (Age 60 Years)

Susan Magdalene Boyle is one of the most famous singers in Britain. She rose to fame after appearing on the third series of Britain’s Got Talent singing Les Misérables’ iconic song, I Dreamed a Dream. Her first studio album sold more than 3 million copies and broke records as being a phenomenal work of art.

In 2010, Boyle became the third artist ever to top album charts in both America and Britain. Her net worth was estimated at £22 million at the peak of her success. By 2014 her success had grown exponentially, enough that Boyle topped charts both overseas and at home.

Lou Ferrigno – Age 69

The handsome hunk Lou Ferrigno is a retired professional bodybuilder and the winner of IFBB Mr. Universe Titles twice. Lou is famous for his work in the CBS television series, The Increnextpdible Hulk. Ferrigno was born in Brooklyn, New York, to Matt Ferrigno, a police officer, and Victoria.

Other than this, Lou has won the first prize at the Pro Mr. America teens in 1971. Additionally, at Mr. Olympia’s competition in 1974, he secured second position in the heavyweight category. He is also famous for training the pop star Michael Jackson to get in shape for the concerts in London.

Dolph Lundgren – Age 63

Dolph Lundgren is one of the most talented people in the world. Besides being a Swedish actor, he is also a filmmaker and martial artist. Dolph was born in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1957 and later moved to his grandparents in Ångermanland, Sweden. He holds the rank four dan black belt in Kyokushin Karate in the whole world.

The fitness freak star appeared in many Hollywood movies and is very famous for his role in The Expendables series. Moreover, Lundgren is a scholar person, did his master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Sydney. He was also awarded the Fulbright Scholarship to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1983.

David Birney – Age 82

David Birney made the hearts of many girls beat faster with his charming personality during his acting career. Birney is a famous classical and contemporary actor known for hit movies like Someone’s Watching Me!, Seal Morning, and Live Shot. His outstanding performance made him the winner of the Theatre World award in 1968.

David was born in Washington, USA, and was the first child of Jeanne and Edwin B. Birney. His father, Edwin, was a special agent for the FBI. Furthermore, David holds an honorary Ph.D. degree in Humanity from Southern Utah University. Also, he is very active in the audiobooks publication and has produced numerous best-selling audiobooks.

Stockard Channing – Age 75

Stockard Channing is well known for her fabulous acting in the film Grease and the TV series The West Wing. She was born to Susan Williams and Antonia Stockard in New York City. She performed theatre in the initial stage of her acting career and has received her acting training at HB Studio, Greenwich.

Channing has also won a Daytime Emmy Award for her performance in the movie Jack. Moreover, she studied literature and history at Radcliffe College at Harvard University in Massachusetts. She is also an author and has published 20 books, out of which Beezus and Romona is the most popular.

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.”

Richard Dean Anderson – Age 71

Like other veteran actors who stay in the headlines for their excellent work, Richard is also one of them and best known for his role as Angus MacGyver. For around seven seasons, Richard, as Angus, a science expert and agent of special forces, did many unique wonders using household items. After MacGyver’s role, this fresh-faced actor also made appearances in one of The Simpsons episodes and films like Pandora’s Clock, Firehouse, Through The Eyes of a Killer, etc. 

He started his television career by portraying Jeff Webber in a popular American soap opera series, General Hospital. His several performances during the TV career depicts both his talent and versatility.

Clint Eastwood – 90 years

This handsome hunk is famous for his line “Do I feel lucky?’ Well, do you, punk?” from the movie Dirty Harry. He has worked as an actor, a producer, a composer, and a director in Hollywood. Thus we can say that he has a multitudinous personality. He has contributed more than 60 years of his life to his career in the entertainment industry.

Some of his top-rated movies are “Any which way you can” and “Every Which Way But Loose.” He also starred in the hit Netflix movie “Mystic River,” which is the second film to win two prizes in a single category.

Cassandra Peterson – Age 69

Cassandra Peterson, as an actress, has shown incredible acting skills in Mistress of the Dark, playing the role of Elvira. For this role, she also got the Vincent Price Award at Hollywood Horror Festival. It is said that even in her childhood, Peterson had been quite fascinated by horror-themed toys instead of the barbie doll. After this role, she sky-rocketed to fame and appeared in several movies.

Her character, Elvira, also appeared in comic books, including DC Comics and Eclipse Comics. Besides, Peterson is set to release her autobiography, “Yours Cruelly, Elvira: Memoirs of the Mistress of the Dark,” on September 21, 2021

Jenna Jameson – 47 Years

Jenna Jameson is one of the most acclaimed adult-film stars in recent years. She started her career as a stripper and glamour model before becoming an adult film actress by 1993. By 1996 she had won awards from three major organizations for being “Top Newcomer.” Jenna has since been inducted into the XRCO Hall of Fame and AVN’s Hall of Fame.

Throughout her career, she has earned more than 35 adult video awards throughout her illustrious career! In 2000, Jenna Jameson founded ClubJenna with her then-husband Jay Grdina. This company expanded into managing other stars’ websites and producing sexually explicit videos in 2001.

Jack Nicholson – 83 years

This actor is popular for his diverse supporting roles in movies such as “Anger Management.” He is known for delivering top-notch performances one after another in movies such as in films like As good as it gets and One flew over the cuckoo’s nest. Additionally, he even got nominated for an Oscar for his character in the movie “The Easy Rider.”

Over the years, he has been romantically associated with many women. But he got married only once in a lifetime with Sandra Knight and has a daughter with her. In addition to it, he is a father to four children from his previous relationships.

Max Baer Jr. – Age 83

A thriving director, producer, screenwriter, and budding entrepreneur, Max Baer, even at the age of 83, is still not thinking to halt. Max made an appearance for the first time on T.V. in Goldilocks and the Three Bears in 1949. His full-time acting career started in the 1960s after he got the chance to work for Warner Bros and other television series.

Out of all, his role as Jethro Bodine in The Beverly Hillbillies made him an iconic television star. Nowadays, Max focuses on his new venture and aims to build Jethro’s Beverly Hill Mansion and Beverly Hillbillies named after the legendary T.V. show he worked in.

Betty White – 99 years

She is an iconic actress who is known for her comic timing and wit. In addition to it, she is one of the most senior female artists working in the industry. She is known for spreading charm and positivity wherever she goes. Her most appreciated roles include her sweet character on the show The Golden Girls and a jolly homemaker in Mary Tyler Moore Show.

You would be pleased to know that she is also an avid supporter of animal rights. The actress recently turned a year older. On this auspicious day, she said that one should live by the motto Don’t take life too seriously to be satisfied with their life.

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.

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.

Valerie Bertinelli- Age 61

Valerie Bertinelli is an actress and author from the United States. With her roles as Barbara on CBS’s “One Day at a Time” and Melanie Moretti on “Hot in Cleveland, Valerie made her a household name and made her won Golden Globe Award twice. Since 2015, Bertinelli is busy hosting cooking shows named Valerie’s Home Cooking and Kids Baking Championship on Food Network.

Apart from this, Valerie is also a great author and published her autobiography in 2008, “Losing It: and Regaining My Life One Pound at a Time.” Additionally, Valerie also released a book with a compilation of Italian recipes in 2012. Bertinelli is also a spokesperson.

Jerry Springer – Age 76

An American talk show host and former Mayor of Cincinnati, Jerry is famous among audiences as host of The Jerry Springer Show, a sensational talk show. His political expertise and working diligently throughout the years won him this show. The show still runs to date and helps Jerry touch new heights as a host and anchor.

He began his career working at a law firm where he, fortunately, came in touch with Senator Robert Kennedy and worked with him. After the assassination of Kennedy, he ventured into politics and served for years at different positions. Sooner he found his talent and became a political reporter.

Bob Newhart – Age 91

Bob Newhart is a comedian who can even make the grumpiest person laugh his heart out through his hilarious sense of humor. Fame came naturally to him in the 1960s after he launched The Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart, a funny monologue. The album soon topped the billboard charts. Other than this, he made notable appearances in numerous TV shows and films. The Bob Newhart Show was a major hit and went on to air six seasons comprising 142 episodes. He even won a Peabody Award for his show.

His peculiar performances won the hearts of millions of people worldwide and earned him Grammy Awards thrice for different categories.

Pattie Boyd – Age 76

A famous international model, Pattie and Jean in the 1960’s were one of the prominent faces of British females. As a model, her stunning looks, elegant attire, and long straight hair left many stunned. Aside from this, she is equally popular as an acclaimed photographer and works for her exhibitions. She also released Clapton and Harrison’s photographs in 2005 in a show called Through the Eyes of a Muse.  

In 2007, Pattie launched her autobiography titled Wonderful Tonight, consisting of her few photographs. Her book secured the position in New York Times Best Seller list.

Petula Clark – Age 88

Petula Clark is blessed with a voice sweet as sugar. For the first time, she broke into the limelight as a child artist who entertained world war 2 troops on both radios and in concert. She ventured to radio in 1942 and sang It’s All Yours. By the 1950’s, her singing career picked up the pace; she became an international sensation and released many hit singles.

Her film career began when she came across Maurice Elvey at London’s Royal Albert Hall and offered her a role. Medal For The General was the first film of Petula, and she later went on to play different roles in several memorable films.

Robert Fuller – Age 87

Robert Fuller, aka Buddy Lee, moved straight to try his luck in the Hollywood industry after completing education and bagged minor roles in films. He served in the military for two years and came back to the United States. To hone his skills and win larger roles, he enrolled in Neighborhood Playhouse. His career took a flight, and Robert made numerous appearances in TV shows and films and made himself a well-known actor.

He worked for five decades and received several accolades. For his excellent performances, he won the Golden Boot Award in 1989 and was bestowed with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Dennis Holmes – Age 70

Dennis is best known by the audience as Mike Williams, a former child actor, the role he played from 1961 to 1963 in the series Laramie. Dennis featured in fifty-plus episodes starring John Smith, Stuart Randall, Robert Fuller, and Spring Byington. He first joined the Laramie series cast on September 23, 1961, by making a portrayal in the Dragon at the Door episode.

As an actor, he considers Robert Fuller his mentor and credits him for his thriving acting career. He contacted Robert when he was 10 years old, and their strong friendship lasted around five decades.

Thelma Barlow – Age 91

In her early days, Thelma worked as secretary. Born in England, her most promising role was in Mrs Henderson Presents, a british comedy film. She starred alongside Judi Dench. For her performance, she even got nominated in British Independent Film Awards for Most Promising Newcomer in 2005. This widely popular soap opera personality also played the role of Mavis Wilton in Coronation Street, a british show. She played this role for around two decades.

On the personal front, she was happily married to Graham Barlow. But soon the couple parted ways due to uncited reasons. Both were the parents of two children.

Joyce Randolph – Age 96

Joyce is popular among the American audience for her role as Trixie, the wife of Ed Norton in The Honeymooners, a TV series starring Jackie Gleason. After this, she was seen in Cavalcade of Stars, aired on Dumont Television Network in 1951. Before surging to popularity, she appeared in a Clorets commercial where she caught Jackie Gleason’s attention in 1951, an actor.

She debuted on TV in 1944 after appearing in the Grander Sauce movie. The lovely and sweet-natured Joyce etched in the television viewers’ minds after appearing on The Jackie Gleason Show, a TV family comedy.

John Cleese – Age 81

A film and television actor full of humor, John can turn anyone’s mundane life into a hilarious journey. During his career, this comic actor appeared in Monty Python’s films and others, including Fierce Creatures, Time Bandits, A Fish Called Wanda, etc. His most notable television performance was on Fawlty Towers and Flying Circus by Monty Python.

As a professional writer, he wrote individually and with others for different shows like The Frost Report, Fawlty Towers, The Dick Emery Show, etc. He wrote an excellent script for A Fish Called Wanda, which got him eligible for Oscar in 1988. John also wrote several books.

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.

Dusty Anderson – Age 102

She ventured into the world of entertainment by playing a minor role in 1994 as the cover girl for Columbia Pictures Production, including Rita Hayworth. For the next few years, she made an appearance at different secondary roles in around 8 films. Before this, Dusty became one of the popular pinup girls for United States Military’s YANK Magazine in 1944 during world war 2.

Dusty was also featured in one of the popular crime doctor series, Doctor’s Warning in 1945 and The Phantom Thief, an American crime film. Her last acting work was an unknown role in the film directed by her husband, Jean Negulesco.

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.

Twiggy – Age 71

A master of different trades, Twiggy is an elegant model, TV personality, and melodious singer. She brought back the long lost trend of bob haircut and striking eye makeup. This fashionista earned the title of The Face of 1966, given to her by Daily Express. In the 1970s, she made her silver screen debut by appearing in The Boy Friend, Ken Russell’s Musical. She also got the chance to feature as a Next Top Model judge, a popular competition show for models.

Twiggy appeared big times on cover pages of leading fashion magazines. She became a modeling face for Spencer and Marks in 2005 and worked with Myleene Klass.

Marianne Faithfull – Age 74

An American singer, Marianne has several hit singles and albums on her name. Before thriving as a singer in 1964, Marianne used to sing in coffeehouses. The same year, she caught the attention of Andrew Loog Oldham at a party. Soon after the collaboration, she released a single called As Tears Go By. The song soon topped the charts and became a blockbuster.

Her album is Broken English, which she released after a little gap turned out to be a masterpiece. It topped various charts across the world. She even tried her luck in acting and became famous for her appearances in films. In 2009, she earned a Lifetime Achievement Award.

Ursula Andress – Age 84

During her entertainment career, Ursula played different roles in around 40 films and several other television productions. Out of all, her biggest breakthrough role was in the first James Bond Film as Honey Ryder. This was undoubtedly her most memorable and legendary performance to date.

Later on, throughout her career, she appeared in numerous Italian, American, and British films like The Blue Max, Clash of The Titans, Perfect Friday, The Fifth Musketeer, etc. In the film Acapulco, a musical film, she got the chance to feature alongside the legendary Elvis Presley. To pursue her passion of becoming an acclaimed actress, she ran away from her home at 17.

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.

Kirstie Alley (Age 70 Years)

Kirstie Alley has been a television personality and actress for over thirty years. She’s won two Emmy Awards and been nominated for eight of them. Besides, she became a household name after she started playing the role of Rebecca Howe on the sitcom Cheers.

Also, her decades-long career earned her a star on the Walk of Fame in Los Angeles. Kristie’s debut film was Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Another well-known production she has been a part of is Victoria’s Closet, in which she was an executive producer as well. Kristie’s love life was a bit rocky as she married and got divorced twice.

Mary Ward – Age 105

Mary is one of the oldest alive Australian actresses, Mary Ward, portrayed in several stage plays, Australian films, radio shows, and television soap operas. Mary garnered massive attention in the late ’70s for her appearances as Mum in Prisoner, an Australian crime drama, and as Dee Morrell in Sons and Daughters, a soap opera.

Her career spanned for around six decades, and during this, she went on to deliver innumerable excellent performances. She left the shimmering Hollywood industry in 2000. After retirement, she currently lives in her home situated in Melbourne, enjoying her life. Mary is still in high spirits with a tint of a bright smile and twinkle in her eyes.

Julie Andrews – Age 85

Her role in The Boyfriend as Polly received quite rave reviews from music fans’ audience and attention. After her role in My Fair Lady, Julie rose to international fame, a musical that portrays the story of an illiterate London girl. Focusing on Julie’s humble childhood, she worked diligently, which her blossoming career depicts. For her role in Walt Disney’s film Mary Poppins, she won an Academy Award.

Later on, along with her husband, Julie worked on numerous acclaimed films. During her late years, Julie focused entirely on acting. Her entire career and unprecedented success remained under the shadow of the two epic performances she gave in the beginning.

Barbra Fuller – Age 95

An enchanting personality, Barbra initially started off as a model before venturing into the entertainment world. During the 1950’s, she was widely seen in several TV series and films. She came back to her original form after portraying Laurel Vernon in Lonely Heart Bandits and Dorothy Patrick and John Eldridge. In Flame of Youth, she was the main protagonist and starred opposite Tony Barret and Ray McDonald.

During her tenure, she also acted in several soap operas, especially in One Man’s Family, one of the first soap operas that aired for around 3 decades. She also lent her voice to Whispering Streets, Road of Life, Stepmother, etc.

Anne Reid (Age 85 years)

Age is just a number, and in the case of the famous film Actress Anne Reid, it proves to be true. Born in the year 1935 in England, Anne Reid is a gorgeous actress with a charismatic personality.

She is famously known for her roles as Valerie Barlow in the soap opera Coronation Street (1961–1971), Jean in the sitcom dinnerladies (1998–2000), and more. Her efforts won her the London Film Critics Circle Award for the film The Mother (2003). Anne Reid has spent more than five decades gracing the screen. She is still one of the beloved actresses in British television history.

Thelma Barlow (Age 91 years)

Thelma Barlow is an unforgettable English television actress and writer. Thelma Barlow was born in Middlesbrough, UK. Her alluring beauty still makes people fall in love with her.

She married Graham Barlow in 1956 (now divorced) and was blessed with two beautiful children. Her best work includes Mavis Wilton in the long-running ITV soap opera Coronation Street. She worked for more than twenty-six years in the series and appeared in nearly 2000 episodes. Thelema Barlow worked as a secretary in her first job for nearly eight years and at the same time, she worked for an amateur dramatics group.

Eileen Derbyshire (Age 89 years)

Eileen Derbyshire is popularly known for her role as Emily Bishop in the long-running ITV soap opera, Coronation Street. The most exciting thing about Derbyshire is that she played the character for 55 years; this makes her one of the longest-serving female cast members in a British TV soap opera.

At this age, her beauty is still flawless. Eileen was born on October 6, 1930, in Urmston, Manchester, England. She married Thomas Halt in 1965 and was later blessed with one child Oliver Holt. Oliver Holt is a famous sports journalist. Besides, Eileen was awarded as a Member of the British Empire’s Order in 2010 for her services to drama.

Maxine Peake (Age 47)

Twinkling eyes and a positive aura – this is how you define Maxine Peake. This beauty hailing from Greater Manchester was born on July 14, 1974. She received a lot of support from her grandfather, who encouraged her to become an actress.

Maxine Peake is an actress and narrator. She appeared as Twinkle in dinnerladies, Veronica Ball in Shameless, and barrister Martha Costello in the BBC legal drama Silk. She also had a role in the 2014 movie The Theory of Everything. Most recently, Peake acted in The Falling (2015). Bold, passionate, and versatile, Maxine Peake has always won the hearts of the audience with her outstanding performances.

Sue Thompson – 95 years

Sue Thompson is an America born pop and country music singer known for her best selling tracks like “Nevada.” She started singing as a child at the age of seven and even learned to play guitar. During the initial period of her life, she had a rough patch, and she had to work odd jobs to support her family.

Many songs give details about her life as a child and how she has matured over the years. During the late 1960’s she went back to country music and delivered some soulful hits like Never Naughty Rosie. Currently, she resides in Las Vegas and is pursuing her career there.

Robert Crawford Jr. – Age 76

Robert started off his acting career with a full bang as a child actor. Robert is also known by the name Bobby Crawford. His role as Andy Sherman, a child character, on Laramie, western TV series. For his role in Playhouse 90’s one of the episodes, Child of Our Time, he got nominated for an Emmy Award.  However, he lost the race to legend Fred Astaire.

In his mid 20’s, Robert began his acting career, but it was over by 24. His links with director George Roy Hill made him turn to the production side, and he soon became a Film and TV producer.

Bo Derek – Age 64

A stunning model, Bo Derek seems still young with no tint of aging on the face. Bo’s role in 10, a 1979 hit movie, turned out to be her most significant breakthrough. At t16, she dropped out of her high school after bagging a Fantasies film directed by popular John Derek. Later on, she made appearances in Bolero; Ghosts Can’t Do it, Tarzan, etc.

She is currently involved in charity work with Disabled American Veterans, and WildAid aspires to cease the illegal trade of endangered wildlife species. Bo also owns a pet care products company called Bo Derek’s Bless the Beasts.

Tippi Hedren – Age 91

Tippi is a charming personality who worked for decades in the Hollywood entertainment industry. She first came to the limelight when Alfred Hitchcock spotted her while working on a T.V. commercial in 1961. Her appearance in The Birds, a suspense thriller that won her Golden Globe, and Marnie, a psychological drama, rose her to fame. Later Tippi made numerous appearances in T.V. shows, films, etc., and received several accolades for her contributions.

Besides being a famous American actress, she is a keen animal lover and founded Shambala Preserve and Roar Foundation. Nowadays, she spends plenty of her time with animals and advocates philanthropic causes.

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.

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.

 

Gary Clarke – Age 87

A famous Television actor, Gary is popular for his role on longest-running, The Virginian, NBC’s series as Steve Hill. From 1960 to 1964, he made an appearance in western-themed series for around 40 episodes. After this, he played a recurring role in Michael Shayne, 1960’s detective series. Born in California, he decided to pursue acting after he bagged a role in a community theater play. After this, he went on to work in several plays, along with working as a newspaper deliveryman and machinist.

His acting career was initiated in 1958 when he first appeared in Dragstrip Riot after he caught Byron Griffith’s attention while working in Glendale play.

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 BuddwingThe 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.

Ann Jillian – 71 Years

Ann Jillian is an actress whose talent was recognized at a very early age. As a mainstream actress, Jillian is best known for her role as the sultry Cassie Cranston on the 1980s sitcom “It’s a Living.” Her other notable appearances were in “Mae West,” “Babes in Toyland,” and “Gypsy.” Besides, she is also a one-time Golden Globe Award winner and also a three-time Emmy Award nominee.

Jillian was so determined about her acting career that even the rocky phase of health issues could not stop her from rising to fame. Even today, at the age of 71, she is flawlessly working as a motivational speaker.

Barbara Knox (Age 87)

Who can forget Rita Tanner, a mesmerizing character from the ITV soap opera Coronation Street? This famous and unforgettable role was played by none other than Barbara Knox. Barbara Knox was born on September 13, 1933, in Oldham, Lancashire. She has been married twice. Her first husband was Denis Mullaney, and the couple was together for 21 years. Knox then got married to John Knox in 1977. However, the marriage lasted for seventeen years only.

Her achievements are endless, but one of the prestigious honors she has been awarded is MBE (Member of the British Empire Order) in the 2010 Queen’s Birthday Honours List for her drama services.

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