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

Linda Evans – Age 78

A personified beauty and graceful actress, Linda entertained American audiences for around five decades. Right from playing the role of Audra Barkley in The Big Valley, she made several glamorous appearances. In 2009, Linda won Hell’s Kitchen, a British competitive cooking reality show. Linda even has the privilege of being the star at 6843 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood’s walk of fame for her excellent performances.

During her tenure, she was nominated several times for Emmy Award, Choice Awards, and Golden Globe Award. She has had the pleasure to dine and be in touch with dignitaries worldwide and now lives a luxurious life away from the limelight.

Rebecca De Mornay, Born in 1959 – Risky Business

American actress and producer, Rebecca De Mornay’s career was always going to be successful. Still, it rose to prominence after her breakthrough role in the ’80s film ‘Risky Business’ alongside now superstar, Tom Cruise.

Since then, Rebecca has gone on to feature in several films and television shows. She even starred in a music video for the soft rock band ‘Starship!’ Now, she’s still expanding her already impressive resume in her sixties. We look forward to seeing what more she has in store for us in the years to come!

Anni-Frid Lyngstad I Age 76

Born in Bjørkåsen to a Norwegian mother and a German father, Anni-Frid Lyngstad grew up in Torshalla and started her first solo career as a jazz singer through a talent competition called New Faces. She won the competition with her song, En ledig dag. Although Lyngstad had moderate success in Sweden, as she was a contestant for Melodifestivalen with her song Härlig är vår jord, she did not reach international fame until she joined ABBA.

Anni-Frid married Ragnar Fredriksson, with whom she had two children; however, they soon separated. Lyngstad lives in Switzerland, sharing a home with her British partner, Henry Smith.

Bo Derek, Born In 1956 – 10

Lauded for her ethereal beauty, Bo Derek took the world by storm after she appeared in a series of movies like ‘Tarzan, the Ape Man’ and ’10,’ directed by her then-husband at the time of its release. Her gorgeous looks weren’t limited to the cinemas alone as she was also featured in magazine covers more than once!

Now in her sixties, Derek considers herself to be in semi-retirement. Still, she makes the occasional red-carpet appearance, especially now that she has found love once again in John Corbett. Aside from media events, Derek allots time for other causes targeted to animal welfare and veterans’ affairs.

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.

Harry Belafonte, Born in 1927 – Try to Remember

Among the most successful singer-songwriters of his time, Harry Belafonte was given the title ‘King of Calypso’ for promoting Caribbean music and introducing it to a global audience. But interestingly, the man did not limit himself to just one genre! In fact, he has recorded albums in even gospel, folk, and blues in addition to ”American Standards.”

Also, Harry used his platform to always advocate for human rights and freedom of speech, since he said goodbye to music. He then began working on various movies and television. Could you think of a human being who is capable of so many things in a lifetime? We can’t!

Nancy Sinatra- Age 80

Nancy Sinatra is an American rock singer and actress best known for her hit song “These Boots Are Made for Walkin” from the mid-1960s. Moreover, she debuted in 1957 when she noticed on her father’s ABC-TV variety show; however, Nancy’s fame was limited to Europe and Japan. Later, when her signature song becomes hit in 1966, Nancy rose to fame globally.

Furthermore, Sinatra’s trendy high boots and appearance with brightly colored dresses depicted swinging sixties image and became a sensation among young girls of that era. Despite her advanced age, she continues to contribute to the music industry. Additionally, Sinatra’s online store opened on 21 October 2020.

Linda Evans – Age 78

A personified beauty and graceful actress, Linda entertained American audiences for around five decades. Right from playing the role of Audra Barkley in The Big Valley, she made several glamorous appearances. In 2009, Linda won Hell’s Kitchen, a British competitive cooking reality show. Linda even has the privilege of being the star at 6843 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood’s walk of fame for her excellent performances.

During her tenure, she was nominated several times for Emmy Award, Choice Awards, and Golden Globe Award. She has had the pleasure to dine and be in touch with dignitaries worldwide and now lives a luxurious life away from the limelight.

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.

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.

Cheryl Ladd- Age 69

Cheryl Ladd is an actress, author, and singer well-known for her character as Kris Munroe in the ABC TV show Charlie’s Angels. Apart from this, Cheryl began her career as a Hollywood singer but later transformed her career into acting. She played several roles in movies like Purple Hearts, Millennium, and Permanent Midnight.

Furthermore, Ladd published The Adventures of Little Nettie Windship, a children’s novel, in 1996. Additionally, she published Token Chick: A Woman’s Guide to Golfing With the Boys, an autobiographical book. Besides, she continued to appear on various TV productions such as Love’s Everlasting Courage and played the role of Sarah Walker’s mother in the series Chuck.

William Shatner | Age 90

William Shatner is a well-known Canadian actor, producer, director, author, singer, and screenwriter. The legend was born on 22nd March 1931 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. William is also known as Bill Shatner. His father, Joseph Shatner, was a clothing manufacturer. Furthermore, he has studied BCom at McGill University.

William was also awarded Doctorate of Letters by McGill University as well as New England Institute of Technology. Shatner has earned several awards, which include the People’s Choice Award, Emmy Award, and Golden Globe Award. Apart from this, Tekwar is a famous science fiction novel written by William. He has also written several television series.

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.

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