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

SISSY SPACEK – 71 YEARS

Sissy Spacek is a famous singer and actress who grew up on a massive horse ranch in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. She commenced her journey in the field of acting after graduation. Spacek won the prestigious Academy Award for her excellent performance in “Coal Miner’s Daughter.”

Some of her other laurels include winning four New York Film Critics Circle Awards, along with an Oscar nomination for “Carrie.” Spacek was honored with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Apart from her excellent work in acting, she is also a great singer. She married the American director Mark Fisk whom she fell in love with on the sets of “Badlands.”

JILLY JOHNSON (AGE 67 YEARS)

Jilly Johnson is a British model and actress who was born in Australia. She was in the girl group Blond on Blonde in the 1970s and 1980s. She was the first model to have posed topless for the camera in 1975. She has spliced up twice and is a grandmother to some beautiful kids. She is presently a housewife living far off from media glamour.

As involved as she was with the media, she has decided to cut the cord with public life. Johnson has written two novels, Double Exposure and Playing for Love, both written in the 1990s. Nevertheless, her presence is still felt among her staunch followers.

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.

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.

Barbi Benton- 71 Years

Barbi Benton is a former American singer, actress, and model. She’s known for appearing in Playboy magazine and four seasons on the comedy series Hee Haw. Benton enjoyed a successful career as both an actress and singer. She also appeared in ABC’s comedy series, Sugar Time, which told the life of a wannabe female rock group in the 1970s’.

Benton and Playboy founder Hugh Hefner met in the late 60s when she was just 18. They were in a relationship for six years. Before their break up, Benton appeared on his TV show Playboy After Dark. Currently, at 71, Benton is an interior decorator with her own company.

Linda Kozlowski (Age 63 Years)

Linda is a former movie star and is famous for her role in the film Crocodile Dundee. Moreover, her part in the film gained her recognition in the industry, and she was nominated for a Golden Globe. Before entering the film industry, Linda graduated from The Juilliard School’s drama program.

However, after spending a couple of years in the film industry, Linda quit and had a family instead. Kozlowski had met Paul Hogan when they co-starred alongside in the film Crocodile Dundee. Ironically their on-screen romance translated into a real relationship, and the two eventually got married. They share a son named Chance.

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.

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

Sophia Loren – Age 86

Sophia Loren, a gorgeous actress and winner of the Italian beauty pageant, is a perfect example of rising above poverty. In 1951, she began her career and came to the limelight as one of the world’s most attractive women. Her excellent performances include her work in Two women, Lives of The Saints, Operation Crossbow, etc. For her role in Two Women, in 1961, she won the Best Actress Academy Award and Academy Honorary Award in 1991.

Full of youth and boasting an hourglass physique, Sophia still sometimes walks down the rep carpet during events. The audience recognizes her as one of the most humble movie stars of the time.

Michael Parkinson – 86 Years

Michael Parkinson always seemed to be the voice of reason. He was a reporter for BBC’s 24 Hours and Granada Television before becoming their presenter of the Cinema series in 1969. He hosted Thames Teabreak after that. But it wasn’t until 1971 when Michael got on his own show, Parkinson.

Parkinson began his career as a journalist at a local newspaper, straight out of school. He wrote feature articles for the Manchester Guardian and later worked for the Daily Express. Besides, Michael also worked in the army for two years and was the youngest person at the time to be awarded the rank of Captain.

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.

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.

LESLIE PHILLIPS – 97 YEARS

Leslie Phillips made his debut in 1930 in “Peter Pan” alongside Anna Neagle at the London Palladium. He achieved prominence in the 1950s, often playing smooth, upper-class comic roles. Ding-Dong and Hello are the famous catchphrases used by him frequently. Between 1959 and 1977, Phillips became familiar on radio as Sub-Lieutenant Phillips in comedy.

Phillips is a big fan of Tottenham Hotspur and appeared on the pitch as half-time entertainment. He received an award for the Freedom of the City of London on 16 November 2010. Later, Leslie married Angela Scoular in 1982 and remained busy in stage and television productions.

TREVOR EVE – 70 YEARS

Trevor Eve the famous actor was born on 1 July 1951 in Sutton Coldfield, England, UK. One of his early-stage successes was portraying Paul McCartney in Willy Russell’s 1974 play “John, Paul, George, Ringo, and Bert.” On 19 February 2014, Trevor was invited to Buckingham Palace to celebrate the centennial of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.

In 1980 he married Sharon Maughan, his 3rd wife. Eve was last awarded in 2014 as an honorary doctorate from Newman University in Birmingham. His major successes include” A Sense of Guilt,” “Shadow Chasers,” and” The Politician’s Wife” in the television industry. Trevor also won the British Regional Theatre Award for Best Supporting Actor.

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.

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.

SISSY SPACEK – 71 YEARS

Sissy Spacek is a famous singer and actress who grew up on a massive horse ranch in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. She commenced her journey in the field of acting after graduation. Spacek won the prestigious Academy Award for her excellent performance in “Coal Miner’s Daughter.”

Some of her other laurels include winning four New York Film Critics Circle Awards, along with an Oscar nomination for “Carrie.” Spacek was honored with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Apart from her excellent work in acting, she is also a great singer. She married the American director Mark Fisk whom she fell in love with on the sets of “Badlands.”

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.

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.

 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.

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.

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.

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