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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.

TOM SELLECK – 76 YEARS

People know that Tom Selleck’s industry debut was when he played the infamous detective Thomas Magnum in the hit 80s T.V. series Magnum, P.I.. Yet, some Selleck fans are still surprised when there hear that he even served in the military and is a California Army National Guard shellback.

As Tom enters into his late seventies, we presume that he is exceptionally fond of everything he has accomplished. You see, even this veteran’s personal life is a massive success, too, as he is currently spending his golden years with his beloved wife Jillie Mack, whom he married in 1987.

KELLY LYNCH – 62 YEARS

Many great actors are born on the runway, and Kelly Lynch started there too. The star got hired by the Elite Modelling Agency as a model, where she gained fame for having quite the beauty and grace. Lynch then began signing deals for minor roles on TV before landing on her break-out Hollywood project in 1988’s feature film titled Cocktail.

More massive roles followed that in movies like Road House and Dr**store Cowboy, for which she received accolades too. What is fascinating is that even in her sixties, Kelly hasn’t retired yet. Well, what can we say when she is still a delightful sight on the big screen!

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.

George Hamilton | Age 81

This handsome man is an American television and film actor. George Hamilton was born on 12th August 1939 in Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. He has vast experience of working as an actor. Moreover, his popular films include By Love Possessed (1961), Home from the Hill (1960), Light in the Piazza (1962), Once is Not Enough( 1975), and many more.

Apart from this, he won a Golden Globe Award in 1959 for his debut performance in the film named Crime and Punishment U.S.A. George has also earned a nomination for BAFTA Award. Hamilton is popularly known for his perpetual sun-tan and debonair style.

Julie Christie- Age 81

Julie Christie, best known as an icon of “Swinging Sixties,” is a British actress and is the recipient of various accolades such as Golden Globe, BAFTA Award, Oscar, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Moreover, Julie has starred in six films that are among the BFI’s Top 100 British films of the twentieth century.

Furthermore, Christie became internationally famous from her role in the film Darling in 1965. Apart from this, she noticed in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban in 2004, played the role of Madam Rosmerta.  Besides, her recent character was in the political thriller film The Company You Kept in 2012.

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.

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!

Ralph Carter (Age 60 Years)

The man who dreamt of being on stage, Ralph David Carter, is much more than that. He’s an actor and singer with a special place in American hearts. Well-known for his role as the youngest Evans kid, Michael Evans, on Good Times. Later, he even put out a music album, The Man Nobody Knows.

Carter has been performing since he was nine years old and is now known for his incredible performances. After performing on several broadway musicals, Ralph bagged a breakout role in Raisin. For this role, he earned a Drama Desk Awards, the Theater World Award, and a Tony nomination, all before turning 25!

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.

RICHARD SIMMONS – 72 Years

In the mid-2010s, Richard Simmons went MIA without giving any reasons whatsoever. At the time, we even had a podcast named Missing Richard Simmons that spun theories about his disappearance. All was in vain since the fitness guru made a grand comeback in 2020.

His journey to stardom started when he opened a salad bar and a studio in the suburbs of California. Soon, he became a local celebrity of sorts, landed DVD deals, and got featured in many talk shows. We couldn’t be happier that the man is back on the big stage.

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.

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.

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.

TRINA PARKS (AGE 74 YEARS)

Trina Parks was born in Brooklyn on December 26, 1947. She is an American actress best known for her appearance in the movies like Darktown Strutters, The Muthers, and Immortal Kiss: Queen of the Night. Parks set an example as the first African American woman to play Thumper, the glamourous bodyguard, in the 1971 James Bond movie titled Diamonds Are Forever.

Aside from her film credits, Trina has also shown her brilliance in several television shows, namely Night Gallery, The Hollywood Palace, McCoy, and Dionne Warwick Special. She does not believe in limiting herself to a particular position and hence is additionally also a vocalist and talented choreographer.

GLORIA HENDRY (AGE 72 YEARS)

Gloria Hendry is an American actress who was born on March 3, 1949. Additionally, she worked as a model in the initial stage of her career. In 1965, Hendry began her career as a model for the New York Playboy Club, and in 1968, she made her acting debut in the film For the Love of Ivy.

Hendry is most well-known for her roles in 1970s cinema. She was praised for her portrayal as “CIA Rosie Carver” in the film Live and Let Die, in which she co-starred with Roger Moore as James Bond. Gloria was the first African American actress to have portrayed a love interest of 007 James Bond.

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.

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