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

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.

Caren Marsh Doll – 103 Years

Caren Marsh Doll, aka Caren Marsh, is an American screen and stage actress and dancer. Caren specializes in modern dance and tap; she was a stand-in for Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz and Ziegfeld Girl. She is one of the last remaining actors from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Marsh’s father was a Hollywood stockbroker. Her parents were initially against Caren’s career choice.

Doll even went unrecognized for a small role she played in Gone with the Wind. However, she started gaining attention when she appeared in films with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer from 1937 to 1948. Caren’s younger sister, Dorothy Morris, was also a prominent name in the film industry.

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.

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.

William Daniels – Age 95

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.

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.

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.

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.”

BRIGITTE BARDOT – 87 YEARS

Brigitte Bardot is a former French actress who was first spotted at a fashion show and later auditioned for many movies. In 1986, she established a foundation to care for suffering animals and finally married her soulmate Bernard d’Ormale in 19922.

She happened to get introduced to film director Roger Vadim who saw enormous potential in her.

Brigitte has been a pioneer in popularising Kohl, off-shoulder tops, Bardot style, and ballet pumps. She was selected as one of the 100 sexiest actresses in the film industry. She auctioned off her personal belongings to fund her foundation for the welfare of animals.

ROBERT REDFORD – 84 YEARS

Life was not always a bed of roses to this gilded age personality who is now in his eighties because, you see, Robert Redford was once kicked out of college back in the day. But that would later inspire the iconic performer to study Dramatic Arts in NYC’s Academy of Dramatic Arts.

Redford then began his journey on Broadway when he got a small part to play in 1959’s Tall Story, but he most certainly did not stop there. Upon receiving great feedback with his debut, the man moved onto television and film, and the rest, as we know, is cinema history at its very best!

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.

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.

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.

HARRY BELAFONTE – 94 YEARS

Harry Belafonte is one of the most popular Jamaican- American pop stars ever and got his breakthrough album titled “Calypso” in the year 1956. In his musical career, he has recorded and tried various genres like mento, pop, folk-world, etc. Harry is a recipient of three Grammy awards and also a lifetime achievement award.

His talent is not just limited to singing; the musician is also an actor and a social activist. Belafonte starred in his first film role in the year 1953 with the film “Bright Road.” Later, he was flooded with film offers, and he signed most of them.

Angie Dickinson | Age 89

With six decades of acting career, the famous Angie Dickinson has won many hearts with her skills and beauty. Throughout her acting career, she has appeared in more than 50 films, including China GateThe Art of Love, Ocean’s 11JessicaThe Killers, and many more. Angie Dickinson also starred as Sergeant Suzane in the NBC crime series Police Woman.

She received Golden Globe Awards for Best Actress, three Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series. With such appreciation, Dickinson also became the leading actress in the erotic crime thriller Dressed to Kill and received a Saturn Award for the Best Actress.

ROBERT WAGNER – 92 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.

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.

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.

 PAUL HOGAN –  82 YEARS

Michael “Crocodile” Dundee, the character that gave the actor Paul Hogan the Golden Globe Award for best actor, is still widely remembered. The actor was born in Sydney. He made his first television appearance on the talent program “New Faces” in 1971. His filmography includes films like “Almost an Angel,” “Charlie and Boots,” “Fatty Finn,” and so on.

The “Crocodile Dundee” actor married twice, but none of his marriages could work. The actor is currently single and has six children. Besides acting, he has also lent his credits to writing, production, television presenting, and comedy. In 2016, Hogan was awarded the Longford Lyell Award for his outstanding services to Australian cinema.

MICHAEL CAINE – 88 YEARS

Ranked on the 20th position for being the highest-grossing box-office star, Michael Caine is a seasoned actor who has made appearance in more than 130 films in a six-decade-long career. The actor leads a lavish life with a house that is huge and incorporates a personal movie theatre.

He has appeared in several blockbusters like “Zulu,” “Battle Of Britain,” “The Muppet Christmas Carol.” So on. The actor not just has a significant body of work but has also been awarded uncountable awards for his brilliance in the field of acting. The 88-year-old veteran is still performing without a break.

Barbara Eden- Age 89

Barbara Eden is one of the few classic beauties to emerge from Holywood. She continued to maintain her admirers even though many talented people and beautiful faces have been overlooked in the industry. Moreover, Barbara became popular internationally from her role as ‘Jeannie’ in the series I Dream of Jeannie, a hit sitcom to date.

Additionally, Barbara was listed in one of America’s 200 Greatest Pop Icons of the twentieth century by the People magazine. In 2013, she wore her iconic outfit, Jeannie harem, in the opening ceremony of the 21st Life Ball in Vienna, alongside former US President Bill Clinton, Fergie, and Elton John.

Joanne Woodward | Age 91

This face of Hollywood is an American actress, producer and philanthropist. Throughout her career in acting, Joanne is best known for her performance in The Three Faces of Five, for which Joanne won an Academy Award for Best Actress and a Golden Globe Award in the same category.

She was featured in many other films for which Joanne has won one Oscar out of four nominations, three Golden Globe Awards and one BAFTA Film Award. Well, her shelf is filled with uncountable awards she has received, but initially, she started with TV shows, Tales of Tomorrow, Star Tonight, and more. Additionally, she was the wife of prominent actor Paul Newman.

Connie Francis | Age 83

Concetta Rosa Maria Franconero is famous by the name Connie Francis and is a pop singer and actress. Since Connie grew up in an Italian Jewish neighbourhood, she became fluent in Yiddish which led her to record songs in Yiddish and Hebrew. Francis had an autobiography published in 1984, Who’s Sorry Now? She remembers that she was constantly encouraged by her father to participate in talent shows and beauty pageants.

Continuing to participate in neighbourhood festivities which was sometimes broadcast on TV, she gained attention and appeared in NBC’s StartTime Kids show. Later her song The Majesty of Love gave her success as her solo single in the music industry.

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.

Rita Moreno | Age 89

Rita is a Puerto Rican actress, singer, and dancer. She was born on 11th December 1931 in Humacao, Puerto Rico. Well, she is known for her supporting roles in the films like The King, Singin’ in the Rain, West Side Story. Apart from the musical films, she has also worked in The Electric Company, a children’s television series.

Her other notable films are Carnal Knowledge, Popi, I Like It Like That, The Four Seasons, and Slums of Beverly Hills. Furthermore, Rita Moreno has won a Grammy Award, an Emmy Award, an Oscar, and a Tony. Moreno has also achieved the Triple Crown of Acting.

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!

LISA LU – 94 YEARS

Lisa Lu is a Chinese-born American actress and singer who has popularly played the role of Shang Su Yi in Crazy Rich Asians and Grandmother Sonam in the movie 2012. She was brought up in Beijing and moved to the United States in the 1950s to act. She has starred in several films including, Panda and the Magic Serpent, The Mountain Road, and The Arch.

She has three children, of which is Lucia Hwong, the American composer and instrumentalist. She was a household name in the 90s and now lives away from the limelight. She now carries short grey hair that photographers can’t say no to.

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.

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.

MAUD ADAMS – 76 YEARS

Maud Adams is one actress who featured twice as the Bond Girl, first in “ The Man With The Golden Gun” and later in “Octopussy.” She started her career with the 1970 film “The Boys In The Band.” In the movie, she played a photoshoot model in the opening credits. The actress got married to a private mediator and a retired judge Charles Rubin in 1999. They have no children.

Besides acting, she also served as the president of a cosmetics company called Scandinavian Biocosmetics. The actress bid the entertainment industry a final goodbye in 2010 and never really made an attempt to come back.

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.

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.

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.

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