Time is definitely a concept that blows us away when we think too hard about it. For one thing, the Golden Age of Hollywood might feel like it happened in another century altogether! In reality, it has not been that long. In fact, many of our favorite stars from those days continue to rule the scene!
Living Legends: Old Celebrities Who Are Thriving Despite Their Advanced Age
BETTY WHITE, 96 YEARS OLD
We are insanely proud that Betty White is the record-holder for any woman’s longest-running entertainment career in the biz. The funny woman had come a long way from the days when she got rejected for roles since she was allegedly not photogenic enough for!
BETTY WHITE, 96 YEARS OLD
Johanna Quaas, 95 Years Old
In Germany, on November 20th, 1925, Johanna Quaas was born. She quickly found her passion for gymnastics and pursued her dreams of becoming a famous gymnast with undying commitment. Following her first competition in 1934, she became a renowned coach, a published author, and an internet celebrity. She found fame on the web after uploading numerous videos of herself performing impressive gymnastic routines at 86. Her videos have now racked up over three million views online. She’s showing no sign of a slowdown.
Johanna Quaas, 95 Years Old
HAL HOLBROOK, 93 YEARS OLD
Are you somehow unconvinced that Hal Holbrook is a great actor? If so, you can prove yourself wrong by looking at his awards, acting credits, and accolades! He started on stage but eventually dominated the film and TV industries too.
HAL HOLBROOK, 92 YEARS OLD
CAROL CHANNING, 97 YEARS OLD
Carol Channing first shot to fame when she began doing musicals. Not only is she an actress, but she can sing and make people laugh as well. She got the Lifetime Achievement Award in 1995. Her fascinating life has been documented in her autobiography, so check it out.
CAROL CHANNING, 97 YEARS OLD
LORENZO LAMAS, 64 YEARS OLD
Lorenzo Fernando Lamas is an actor from the United States. Between 1981 until 1990, he starred in the soap series Falcon Crest as Lance Cumson, the wayward grandson of Angela Channing (Jane Wyman). He was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a ‘Series, Miniseries, or Television Film’ for his depiction of this character. He also appeared in his own reality show, Leave It to Lamas, about his real-life family, and served as a judge on ABC’s Are You Hot?
LORENZO LAMAS, 64 YEARS OLD
SALMA HAYEK, 52 YEARS OLD
Salma Hayek is among the most famous actresses in the industry. She has managed to get to the top by starring in Frida. The star remains active in Hollywood and refuses to show any signs of stopping soon.
SALMA HAYEK, 52 YEARS OLD
LAURA SAN GIACOMO, 56 YEARS OLD
Laura San Giocomo first made a name for herself when she starred in Sex, Lies, and Videotape. The Steven Soderbergh project even got her nominated for a Golden Globe and a New Generation award from the Los Angeles Critics Association. Nice.
LAURA SAN GIACOMO, 56 YEARS OLD
BOLO YEUNG, 72 YEARS OLD
Professional martial artist Bolo Yeung used to be a competitive bodybuilder. While he stars in martial arts films, he also directs them. In general, he is often cast as the villain. Can you believe he continues to do this at the age of 72?
BOLO YEUNG, 72 YEARS OLD
DORIS DAY, 96 YEARS OLD
We daresay that Doris Day is one of the best things about the ‘50s and ‘60s. Her charm, voice, and acting chops even earned her a sitcom of her own in the past. It is not an exaggeration to call her an icon!
DORIS DAY, 96 YEARS OLD
RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN, 84 YEARS OLD
Richard Chamberlain became a household name when he played Dr. Kildare on the NBC show. This role paved the way for his success in Hollywood. He has retired, and we think he deserves it!
RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN, 84 YEARS OLD
Richard Keith, 67 Years Old
Not many people can say they started acting at the tender age of five, but Richard Keith is no ordinary man. Did you know that he started to play the drums at an even younger age? Together with his wife, the actor-musician has also launched a dance company called Ballet Magnificat.
Richard Keith 67 Years Old
TONY BENNETT, 92 YEARS OLD
Tony Bennett might be no longer in the prime of his life, but he can still as amazing as ever. The “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” crooner is an icon with a legacy that will forever.
TONY BENNETT, 92 YEARS OLD
EVA MARIE SAINT, 94 YEARS OLD
This talented actress has been in the industry for more than seven dates now. Eva Marie Saint is best known for appearing in On The Waterfront. Did she discover the fountain of youth as well?
EVA MARIE SAINT, 94 YEARS OLD
JACKIE MASON, 87 YEARS OLD
Here is one man who can always make us burst into laughter. Jackie Mason is a critically-acclaimed funny man who has gone on Broadway and won both an Emmy and a special Tony Award. Great guy.
JACKIE MASON, 87 YEARS OLD
LOU FERRIGNO – 69 YEARS OLD
You probably know him as the Incredible Hulk from back in the day, but nowadays, Lou Ferrigno is 69 years old and enjoying life as an actor and a fitness trainer. He was a professional bodybuilder and has won Mr. Universe titles and appeared in the bodybuilding documentary Pumping Iron. Other than that, the iconic actor has appeared in The King of Queens and in the comedy, I Love You, Man.
LOU FERRIGNO 69 YEARS OLD
BARBARA MANDRELL – 72 YEARS OLD
The American country singer, musician, and actress Barbara Mandrell is still going strong at age 72. In the 1970s and 1980s, she released a long series of country hits alongside appearing in her very own variety TV show on NBC. While the singer retired from the world of music in 1997, she was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2009. On top of that, she was also inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2016.
BARBARA MANDRELL 72 YEARS OLD
BARBARA EDEN, 87 YEARS OLD
We are sure that no one will ever forget Barbara Eden, who starred in I Dream of Jeannie. It’s cool that she still makes money from the reruns. Now retired, she released a memoir back in 2011.
BARBARA EDEN, 87 YEARS OLD
ELIN NORDREGEN, 39 YEARS OLD
In 2009 the former model and nanny, Elin Nordegren, was devastated to learn that her husband Tiger Woods was cheating on her. Today, the beautiful woman is pregnant with another baby with her new husband, NFL star Jordan Cameron.
ELIN NORDREGEN 39 YEARS OLD
DENISE AUSTIN, 61 YEARS OLD
If you want to stop aging poorly, you should eat healthily and exercise on a regular. Take a look at the youthful Denise Austin for proof. Her appearance is a great motivator to stay active as much as possible.
DENISE AUSTIN, 61 YEARS OLD
LEX LUGER, 60 YEARS OLD
Lex Luger is also known as the “Total Package.” This wrestling superstar was big in the ‘80s and ‘90s. It’s cool that he used to be in the NFL too. Nowadays, he is busy with behind-the-scenes work in the WWE.
LEX LUGER, 60 YEARS OLD
DEAN STOCKWELL, 82 YEARS OLD
We doubt that any role will change over Al from Quantum Leap for Dean Stockwell. The actor began acting when he was only 7 years old. A look at his acting credits will let you see how far he has come!
DEAN STOCKWELL, 82 YEARS OLD
ANN-MARGRET, 77 YEARS OLD
Ann-Margaret climbed the show biz ladder armed with her singing voice and acting chops. She also released songs of her own and received awards for her work! She is now 77 years old and retired.
ANN MARGRET, 77 YEARS OLD
CAREL STRUYCKEN, 70 YEARS OLD
Carel Struycken portrayed Lurch in The Addams Family films. He is a stage, film, and TV actor. Now 70 years old, he is a vegetarian who likes to take photos and garden. What a cool guy!
CAREL STRUYCKEN 70 YEARS OLD
KRISTY MCNICHOL, 57 YEARS OLD
Kristy McNichol is regarded as an American legend. She performed as a comedian, actress, producer, and singer in her working years. Additionally, she is extremely well-known for starring in Little Darlings, Only When I Laugh, and Empty Nest. McNichol is no longer performing nor residing in the Hollywood area.
KRISTY MCNICHOL, 57 YEARS OLD
BILLY DEE WILLIAMS, 82 YEARS OLD
This American actor and singer, Billy Dee Williams, is most known for his role as Lando Calrissian in Star Wars. His first appearance was in the 1980 movie; The Empire Strikes Back. He was also involved in other popular productions like Brian’s Song in 1971. Aside from this, he played in Lady Sings the Blues and 1982’s Batman. Billy decided to try his hand in music in addition to acting and released his own jazz LP. It became a commercial success.
BILLY DEE WILLIAMS, 82 YEARS OLD
JULIE GIBSON, 105 YEARS OLD
Julie Gibson is now 105 years old, making her the oldest of the surviving ‘Golden Age’ stars. This performer got her start as a singer, but it was going into radio and then a movie that made her big.
JULIE GIBSON, 105 YEARS OLD
MAX BAER JR., 80 YEARS OLD
Do you remember Jethro Bodine from The Beverly Hillbillies? If so, Max Baer Jr. is the one who deserves all the credit. Aside from acting, he has also worked as a director, producer, and writer!
Max Baer Jr.
NORMAN LLOYD, 103 YEARS OLD
We can’t imagine working for 90 years, but it is like for actor, director, and producer Norman Lloyd. What an icon. His most recent acting credit was for the 2015 comedy Trainwreck.
NORMAN LLOYD, 103 YEARS OLD
ANN BLYTH, 90 YEARS OLD
Ann Blyth is a wildly successful actress who made a name for herself in the ‘40s by starring in Hollywood musicals. No one is surprised to hear she has gotten many awards for her work in the past.
ANN BLYTH, 90 YEARS OLD
SIDNEY POITIER, 91 YEARS OLD
Sidney Poitier is a true Hollywood great. We’ll have you know that he was the first African-American actor to bag an Academy Award! Among other things, he has also received knighthood courtesy of the Queen herself.
SIDNEY POITIER, 91 YEARS OLD
CARL REINER, 96 YEARS OLD
Here is one more multitalented man on the list. Carl Reiner can act, direct, write, and make us laugh! In fact, he has done that for more than 70 years now. He now lives out his days in Beverly Hills, California.
CARL REINER, 96 YEARS OLD
Rhonda Fleming, 95 Years Old
Rhonda Fleming became known as “The Queen of Technicolor” back in the day. The pale redhead has since retired from acting. She is now busy with charity causes and even launched the Rhonda Fleming Mann Clinic for Women’s Comprehensive Care.
RHONDA FLEMING, 95 YEARS OLD
NANCY SINATRA, 78 YEARS OLD
Well, anyone could have told you that Nancy Sinatra was bound for musical greatness from her lineage alone. The talented woman is a fantastic musician as well. In 2013, she released yet another wonderful album.
NANCY SINATRA, 78 YEARS OLD
SYLVESTER STALLONE, 72 YEARS OLD
Sylvester Stallone is an action star who deserves all the applause. Best known for starring in Rambo and Rocky, he also dipped his toes into directing and writing. His charms and good looks never faded!
SYLVESTER STALLONE, 72 YEARS OLD
JULIE ANDREWS, 83 YEARS OLD
We will always think of Julia Andrews as the legendary nanny, Mary Poppins. This woman is not only timelessly beautiful, but she is also extremely talented. Aside from acting and doing voiceover work, did you know that she also writes books for children?
JULIE ANDREWS, 83 YEARS OLD
BOB BARKER, 94 YEARS OLD
Bob Barker has never been without charm and personality. These are the things that made the TV figure such a good game show host in the first place! He has since retired due to health issues.
BOB BARKER, 94 YEARS OLD
DIAHANN CARROLL, 83 YEARS OLD
Diahann Carroll became known as the first non-white actress to star in her very own television show. Aside from starring in Julia, she also survived breast cancer! She is an inspiration to so many people out there.
DIAHANN CARROLL, 83 YEARS OLD
DEBBIE HARRY, 73 YEARS OLD
Blondie’s lead vocalist Debbie Harry is not only a great singer-songwriter, but she is also a talented actress and model. Although she is now 73 years old, she has not shown us any interest in quitting just yet.
DEBBIE HARRY, 73 YEARS OLD
SALLY FIELD, 71 YEARS OLD
Sally Field is another senior American actress who has probably figured out how to stop aging. We all got to know her when she appeared in Gidget. She continues to act despite her current age.
SALLY FIELD, 71 YEARS OLD
OLIVIA DE HAVILLAND, 102 YEARS OLD
Olivia De Havilland shot to stardom when she appeared in Gone with the Wind. She and Errol Flynn had a love team together too. The actress has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!
OLIVIA DE HAVILLAND, 102 YEARS OLD
CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER, 88 YEARS OLD
Christopher Plummer is always going to be Captain Von Trapp to us. The actor has a career that spans sixty years now. He continues to act in this day and age, even if he is almost 90 years old by now.
CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER, 88 YEARS OLD
LONI ANDERSON, 73 YEARS OLD
Loni Anderson was the actress who portrayed Jennifer Marlowe in WKRP in Cincinnati. She has three Golden Globe awards for her performance on the show. Her former marriage to actor Burt Reynolds was once very publicized.
LONI ANDERSON, 73 YEARS OLD
ALI MACGRAW, 79 YEARS OLD
Ali MacGraw is an author, actress, and model best known for starring in Love Story opposite Ryan O’Neal. It was a role that opened many avenues to her. She might be 79, but she is still stunning.
ALI MACGRAW, 79 YEARS OLD
ROBERT FULLER, 85 YEARS OLD
Robert Fuller is probably the biggest actor the Western genre has ever seen. The actor has appeared in various shows and films over the course of his career. My, he is still such a handsome and charming guy.
ROBERT FULLER, 85 YEARS OLD
BERN NADETTE STANIS (THELMA), 64 YEARS OLD
Bern Nadette Stanis started on the path to fame and stardom when she appeared on Good Times. After that, she starred in several other TV shows as well. She has penned four books on top of that.
BERN NADETTE STANIS (THELMA), 64 YEARS OLD
TIPPI HEDREN, 88 YEARS OLD
If you know who Tippi Hedren is, there is a good chance because of her appearance in The Birds. However, it is also possible that you know her as the mother of Melanie Griffiths instead.
TIPPI HEDREN, 88 YEARS OLD
LEE MAJORS, 79 YEARS OLD
Lee Majors made a name for himself by starring in various television and film projects over the years. He was also known for his relationship with Farrah Fawcett. They got married but eventually got a divorce.
LEE MAJORS, 79 YEARS OLD
PRISCILLA PRESLEY, 73 YEARS OLD
Priscilla Presley was only a teenager when the King of Rock and Roll fell in love with her. She later entered show business and became an actress. She and Elvis have a daughter called Lisa Marie together.
PRISCILLA PRESLEY, 73 YEARS OLD
LINDSAY WAGNER, 69 YEARS OLD
This actress made a name for herself when she was cast as Jaime Sommers or Bionic Woman. Her career slowed down in the ‘90s, but she still loves the industry. She is part of the faculty at the San Bernardino Valley College.
LINDSAY WAGNER, 69 YEARS OLD
MARK HARMON, 67 YEARS OLD
If you like people who are talented and good-looking, Mark Harmon certainly fits the bill. This actor is most famous for appearing on the TV shows NCIS and The West Wing. He continues to act to this day.
MARK HARMON, 67 YEARS OLD
TINA LOUISE, 84 YEARS OLD
Tina Louise got to enjoy fame when she was cast as Ginger Grant in Gilligan’s Island. Although she did not have the best career when the show ended, she refused the offer to reprise that role.
TINA LOUISE, 84 YEARS OLD
KIM NOVAK, 85 YEARS OLD
Kim Novak was an important figure during the ‘50s and ‘60s. This actress worked on projects opposite the most popular men in those days. She later decided to quit acting and pursue visual arts.
KIM NOVAK, 85 YEARS OLD
DIANA SERRA CARY, 100 YEARS OLD
Don’t worry if you do not know that name. There is a chance you know her as Baby Peggy instead. She is now 100 years old, and one of the remaining silent film stars alive. She quit acting to focus on writing.
DIANA SERRA CARY, 100 YEARS OLD
VICTORIA PRINCIPAL, 68 YEARS OLD
Victoria Principal, also known as the person who brought Pamela Barnes Ewing to life, is now 68 years old. The Dallas star can definitely pass for someone much younger than that, don’t you think so?
VICTORIA PRINCIPAL, 68 YEARS OLD
HONOR BLACKMAN, 93 YEARS OLD
Honor Blackman got her start when she played Cathy Gale on The Avengers. After starring on the television show, the British beauty got lots of job offers. She played a Bond Girl called Pussy Galore in Goldfinger.
HONOR BLACKMAN, 93 YEARS OLD
NANETTE FABRAY, 97 YEARS OLD
Nanette Fabray was a singer and tap dancer when she kicked off her entertainment career. She first got into the musical theater before she went into the film. The actress is passionate about deaf people’s rights.
NANETTE FABRAY, 97 YEARS OLD
JIMMY CARTER, 94 YEARS OLD
You should know that the 39th President of the United States continues to fight for human rights to this day. Jimmy Carter is best remembered for his foreign policy. He managed to beat metastatic cancer too.
JIMMY CARTER, 94 YEARS OLD
DAWN WELLS, 79 YEARS OLD
Dawn Wells made a name for herself when she starred in Gilligan’s Island. Now retired, acting remains to be her passion. She is now busy helping in the local theater and running her own clothing company.
DAWN WELLS, 79 YEARS OLD
VERA LYNN, 101 YEARS OLD
Why is Vera Lynn called “The Forces’ Sweetheart”? Apparently, this is because she launched her career during the war and often sang to the troops. For her 100th birthday, she came out with an album titled ‘ Vera Lynn 100’. Color us impressed!
VERA LYNN, 101 YEARS OLD
GENE REYNOLDS, 95 YEARS OLD
Gene Reynolds had his fair share of screen time when he first entered the industry. He was bound to be a big star when the army recruitment office came for him. After his service, he returned to show business. This time, he decided to work offscreen and wrote M*A*S*H.
GENE REYNOLDS, 95 YEARS OLD
SALLY STRUTHERS, 71 YEARS OLD
Sally Struthers got her big break when she was cast as Gloria Stivic on All in the Family. Now 71 years old, she still acts! The talented and versatile actress also happens to be a philanthropist.
SALLY STRUTHERS, 71 YEARS OLD
ADRIENNE BARBEAU, 73 YEARS OLD
Adrienne Barbeau is just as beautiful as she was in her prime. In 1971, she got her big break when she played Rizzo in the first Grease production. That was how she went into the film and TV.
ADRIENNE BARBEAU, 73 YEARS OLD
BEVERLY CLEARY, 102 YEARS OLD
Beverly Cleary is definitely an admirable author of books for children. She is a multi-awarded woman with books that have defined the childhood of many. She now lives the rest of her days at home.
BEVERLY CLEARY, 102 YEARS OLD
JUNE LOCKHART, 92 YEARS OLD
June Lockhart has more talent than most people have, that’s for certain. She is not only an onscreen wonder, but she is a Broadway superstar too. Her Tony award is enough proof of that. You could say the same thing about her two Hollywood Walk of Fame spots.
JUNE LOCKHART, 92 YEARS OLD
ROBERT CLARY, 92 YEARS OLD
You would not believe the life Robert Clary has had. The actor-artist was once imprisoned at a Nazi concentration camp. Luckily, his singing voice alleviated the situation somewhat. He does not like talking about it and opts to focus on the present.
ROBERT CLARY, 92 YEARS OLD
PATRICIA MORISON, 102 YEARS OLD
Whoa, Patricia Morison is simply stunning with those dark locks and blue eyes of hers. The gorgeous gal is a talented singer and fantastic actress who has appeared in many films and Broadway plays before.
PATRICIA MORISON 102 YEARS OLD
KATHARINE ROSS, 78 YEARS OLD
We bet that you have watched a movie with Katharine Ross in it before. The actress already starred in numerous classics but continues to act to this day. She is now leading a quiet life with Sam Elliot.
KATHARINE ROSS, 78 YEARS OLD
JIMMY LYDON, 95 YEARS OLD
Jimmy Lydon opted to enter the world of show business to help his struggling family. That was not all he managed to do. The actor also became a producer and the co-creator of the show M*A*S*H.
JIMMY LYDON, 95 YEARS OLD
CAREN MARSH-DOLL, 99 YEARS OLD
Caren Marsh-Doll is an actress and dancer who made it big back in the time of silent films. So that you know, she was the dance double in many classic films. Although a plane crash caused her to lose afoot, she kept dancing nonetheless.
CAREN MARSH DOLL, 99 YEARS OLD
MARGE CHAMPION, 98 YEARS OLD
Marge Champion is yet another dancer. She is the person who choreographed the dance scene in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs! Basically, what we are saying is that she is a real-life Disney princess.
MARGE CHAMPION, 98 YEARS OLD
BOB NEWHART, 89 YEARS OLD
Bob Newhart is someone who could have us chortling at his jokes without a problem. The TV show host and comedian also recorded monologue albums. The 89-year-old man currently battles diseases related to smoking. Yikes.
BOB NEWHART, 89 YEARS OLD
Charlotte Rae
Surely, you remember Charlotte Rae, AKA Edna Garrett of Diff’rent Strokes and The Facts of Life! Back in 2009, she won the fight against pancreatic cancer. Sadly, in 2017, she was later diagnosed with bone cancer. In August 2018, she passed away at the age of 92.
Charlotte Rae
Melanie Griffith
Since 1969, Melanie Griffith has been active in the industry, although her breakthrough only happened in 1984. Yes, we’re talking about her work in Body Double! Since then, she has enjoyed a successful and long career. She has appeared in Dabka (2017) recently.
Melanie Griffith
Lola Falana
From 1964 to 1997, Lola Falana stunned everyone with her incredible dancing, acting, and singing skills. Her multiple sclerosis made things much more difficult, even though she had plenty of potential and talent. She had to rely on her religion during that time to help her overcome this ordeal. As she has chosen to talk about her spiritual journey instead, she is no longer active in the industry.
Lola Falana
Rebecca De Mornay
In Hollywood, when she landed Lana’s part in the 1983 crime film Risky Business, Rebecca De Mornay first made it big. Since then, she has appeared over the years in many projects, including 80’s classics such as Runaway Train and The Trip to Bountiful. She remains active at the moment in the industry!
Rebecca De Mornay
Kelly McGillis
Remember Kelly McGillis? Oddly, if you don’t remember the movie star of the ’80s, we’d like to remind you that she could be seen in Witness as Rachel Lapp, Top Gun as Charlie, and The Accused Kathryn Murphy. She has worked with the likes of Jodie Foster and Harrison Ford over the years! She was recently in the television movie Mother of All Secrets.
Kelly McGillis
Pat Sajak
If you don’t know who the famous Pat Sajak is, then you might not want to continue reading this list anymore. Nah, just kidding, you know exactly who the talented host of Wheel of Fortune is. Since the early 1980s, he has been hosting this show. If I told you that Sajak himself did not believe the show would be a success, would you believe it? Well, look at it!
Pat Sajak
Tony Danza
Did you know that Antonio Salvatore Iadanza is the real name of Tony Danza? When he appeared in “Taxi” and “Who’s the Boss?”, the actor named himself. He took home an Emmy as well and four Golden Globes! In Hollywood, he is still active, although recently, he has not landed a leading role.
Tony Danza
Joe Pesci
Joe Pesci was first noticed as a child, so he was already a known name in the industry at a young age. His first notable role was in the film Raging Bull. Because it would take us all day to mention his work, we’re going to name a chosen top few. He starred in Goodfellas, Casino, Easy Money, Once Upon a Time in America, Lethal Weapon 2 & 3, and Home Alone. Impressive, to say the least!
Joe Pesci
Catherine Bach
Now, here’s someone in the industry who has made her mark! Catherine Bach appeared on The Dukes of Hazzard, and she was the one who popularized the so-called “daisy duke look.” Nowadays, you can watch her in The Young and the Restless.
Catherine Bach
Pam Dawber
In the ’70s and ’80s, when she took on Mindy McConnell’s role in Mork & Mindy, Pam Dawber began making waves. She was also well known for playing Samantha Russell in the TV show My Sister Sam. Now retired, she is living a low-key life with Mark Harmon, her husband.
Pam Dawber
Sigourney Weaver
Sigourney Weaver got started in Woody Allen’s Annie Hall, but despite her playing only a minor role, the exposure helped her land her major role in the Alien franchise, which spanned several films. She has starred in films such as Ghostbusters, Holes, and Avatar as well. She also performed on Broadway and was nominated a Tony for it.
Sigourney Weaver
Cloris Leachman
Cloris Leachman was already popular in the 1970s, but her career started during this decade, owing to her Academy Award-winning performance in the movie “The Last Picture Show.” She continued to play the character, Phyllis, on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show,” for which she won numerous awards. With more than 300 acting credits to her name, Leachman, 90, is among Hollywood’s most prolific and hard-working women!
Cloris Leachman
Shelley Duvall
In the Robert Altman movies, Shelley Duvall got her start and helped to get Hollywood producers’ attention. She then performed roles in films like McCabe & Mrs. Miller, Nashville, Brewster McCloud, Thieves Like Us, and 3 Women, but her roles in The Shining and Popeye were what made her well-known. Duvall retired from acting in the early 2000s, but she still works as a producer for different shows for children these days. Dr. Phil and USA Today called Duvall mentally ill back in 2016, which caught the headlines.
Shelley Duvall
Carly Simon
Carly Simon’s first album was released in 1971, and it included the popular single “That’s the Way I’ve Always Heard it Should Be.” It was such a big hit that, in only a few months, she released another album. However, when she released the hit song ‘You’re so Vain’ in 1972, Simon only experienced true stardom. Recently touring with Taylor Swift, Simon continues to perform to this day and wrote a memoir in 2015, which included details about her childhood and her failed marriage to fellow singer James Taylor.
Carly Simon
Agnetha Faltskog
The Swedish pop sensation ABBA is one of the few bands with so much influence in the world. The band’s hits include “Dancing Queen” and “Waterloo,” which have been entertaining listeners for many decades. When she joined the band, Agnetha Faltskog (one of the ABBA) got her big break, but, unfortunately, they broke up in the 1980s. However, after more than 35 years, ABBA made fresh music and released it. On the other hand, Faltskog found some success when she went solo, and she wrote an autobiography in 2016.
Agnetha Faltskog
Cybill Shepherd
Cybill Shepherd is another multi-talented celeb on this list. She began her career in 1971 when she was featured in the film The Last Picture Show. She then appeared in The Heartbreak Kid and Taxi Driver. She also ventured into Broadway in 2012 in The Best Man alongside James Earl Jones, aside from playing in shows such as The L Word, Psycho, and Rose, which included Pam Grier and James Brolin.
Cybill Shepherd
Diana Ross
Before launching a very successful solo career, the legendary Diana Ross was the lead singer of The Supremes and released singles such as “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” and “Reach Out and Touch (Somebody’s Hand).” She has also appeared in movies. Recently, the Supremes were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and are still considered to be among America’s best. President Barack Obama awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Diana Ross in 2016.
Diana Ross
Talia Shire
Talia Shire is renowned for her roles in The Godfather as Connie and Rocky as Adrian, alongside Sylvester Stallone. Her performances in both movies earned her Academy Awards nominations. Her most recent appearances were on the TV series Kingdom and in films like Con Man, Dreamland, and Palo Alto.
Talia Shire
Jane Seymour
In Live and Let Die, Jane Seymour played Solitaire, and from there, she launched a very successful career. In films such as The Four Feathers and Battlestar Galactica, Seymour starred. She has also written several self-help books and even works to help victims of child abuse and neglect. When Playboy interviewed her, she mentioned that during the 1970s, she also experienced harassment from a Hollywood producer. Seymour was the oldest woman to pose for the magazine in 2018, at 67 years old.
Jane Seymour
Loretta Swit
Despite the Emmy Award-winning actress being best known for playing Major Margaret on M*A*S*H, Loretta Swit also penned A Needlepoint Scrapbook back in 1985. She has set aside her acting since the 1990s and did some voiceover work in the upcoming movie Play the Flute, which is scheduled to be released in 2019.
Loretta Swit
JACLYN SMITH, 73 YEARS OLD
Jaclyn Smith is a well-known actress and businesswoman known for her work on Charlie’s Angels as Kelly Garrett. She starred in many Hollywood films during her career and launched her own perfume and clothing line in the 1980s. She swears by a healthy diet and regular workout to maintain her youthful beauty. It’s plain that what she’s doing is incredibly successful.
JACLYN SMITH, 73 YEARS OLD
KIRK DOUGLAS, 101 YEARS OLD
Okay, let’s get started with a warning. We know how incredible this would sound, though we don’t make any of these! Kirk Douglas is the only fortunate fellow who survived many life-threatening circumstances. During the Second World War, he served in the Military, endured a helicopter crash in 1991, and suffered through an 80-year-old stroke. Maybe he’s nine lives! The star, aged 101, certainly built wealth over his long career.
KIRK DOUGLAS, 101 YEARS OLD
QUEEN ELIZABETH II, 92 YEARS OLD
As King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand died two years ago, Queen Elizabeth II overtook him as the world’s longest-ruling monarch. It all makes perfect sense to hear that she formally became the UK Queen in 1952. If you’re too lazy to count, you should know she’s been on the crown for 66 years now! A royal lineage offers many benefits, including a net worth of $600 million. We’d be fortunate if we got a little percentage of that wealth!
QUEEN ELIZABETH II, 92 YEARS OLD
ANGELA LANSBURY, 92 YEARS OLD
We’re positive you’re enjoying the theme song of Beauty and Beast! The hit song first became famous when the live-action version was released, and it’s still making waves right now. Many fans were shocked but delighted to hear that Angela Lansbury came out of retirement in the 90s to perform the song on stage. She also sung the version used in Disney’s animated film, where she also expressed Mrs. Teapot’s character! Of course, ignoring her other works would be a complete disservice to talented actors. She appeared in the TV show, among others, Murder She Wrote.
ANGELA LANSBURY, 92 YEARS OLD
SOPHIA LOREN, 84 YEARS OLD
Sophia Loren may have been born in Europe, but she became a huge celebrity in America. The actress won Hollywood’s sweetheart tag, and she was also the first person to carry home an Oscar award for a foreign-language picture. Her terrific role in the 1962 Academy Award for Best Actress in Italian film Two Women. Unimpressed yet? Sophia Loren is also a winner of a Grammy, a BAFTA, and several Golden Globes. She’s reportedly valued at $75 million. What a woman’s legend!
SOPHIA LOREN, 84 YEARS OLD
STAN LEE, 95 YEARS OLD
Stan Lee, now 95, continues to enjoy celebrity and popularity. Many people praise him for making famous characters like Thor, Spiderman, Captain America, and the Hulk. Yup, Avengers wouldn’t have lived without him. He’s still alive, kicking, though he’s wearing a pacemaker these days. Don’t you really love waiting for Marvel’s cameos?
STAN LEE, 95 YEARS OLD
GEORGE H.W. BUSH, 94 YEARS OLD
The 41st President of the United States was a businessman and a military aviator. During his tenure in office, the former President achieved several things, including establishing the George Bush Presidential Library at Texas A&M University. He’s actually the one that gave birth to the 43rd President of the United States!
GEORGE H.W. BUSH, 94 YEARS OLD
PEGGY STEWART, 95 YEARS OLD
Without her cowboy hat, we almost didn’t know Peggy Stewart! The actress is best known for her roles in B-movie Westerns. Despite being 95 years old, the stunning actress is still working in Hollywood! She had an exquisite aging process.
PEGGY STEWART 95 YEARS OLD
VALENTINA CORTESE, 95 YEARS OLD
Valentina Cortese may be an Italian actress, but she made a major name for herself in the American film industry. As a tribute to her talent, she won several awards for her acting work. The most coveted nomination she earned is the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her Day for Night role. She has a net worth of $1 million, and we truly hope she has her lifetime!
VALENTINA CORTESE, 95 YEARS OLD
JOYCE RANDOLPH, 93 YEARS OLD
It’s hard to imagine that a show as good as Honeymooners was canceled after just one season. The news saddened many viewers, but the cast members went on to do amazing things after the broadcast. Joyce Randolph, for example, rose to prominence after starring in both film and stage productions. Even though she is retired, she nevertheless appears on the red carpet on occasion.
JOYCE RANDOLPH 93 YEARS OLD
PRINCE PHILIP, 97 YEARS OLD
Prince Philip was born into two royal families: the Danish and the Greek. Yes, before he married Queen Elizabeth II, he had a noble background. He and his wife are reportedly busy enjoying several activities. He also has the same sharp and dashing appearance as before!
PRINCE PHILIP 97 YEARS OLD
JERRY LEE LEWIS, 83 YEARS OLD
This is not the sort of singer who is quickly forgotten. We also wanted to let you know that Jerry Lee Lewis is still alive and well. Over the years, he has married seven separate women! Do you have any idea how he’s faring with all those divorce settlements? We truly hope he has a great retirement.
JERRY LEE LEWIS 83 YEARS OLD
MEL BROOKS, 92 YEARS OLD
Mel Brooks is an actress, comedian, producer, and composer who has worked in various roles. After serving in the US Army during WWII, he started his career as a comedian in the 1940s. As he grew in popularity, he expanded his career to include directing as well as filming. Brooks is one of Hollywood’s few EGOT winners, having earned at least one Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award during his illustrious career. Brooks was, astonishingly, one of the most famous directors in the 1970s.
MEL BROOKS, 92 YEARS OLD
HARRY BELAFONTE, 91 YEARS OLD
Belafonte is considered an expert as a singer and a political activist. Though he no longer sings, he is still very interested in politics. He also dabbled in acting for a while, appearing in films like Bright Road and Carmen Jones. In his musical career, he recorded in various genres, including gospel, blues, folk, and show tunes, winning three Grammy Awards in the process.
HARRY BELAFONTE, 91 YEARS OLD
LARRY STORCH, 95 YEARS OLD
Storch is a comedian, singer, and voice artist from the United States. He worked as an actress and a voice artist on several films and television shows during the 1940s. He also appeared on Sonny and Cher and Playboy After Dark, among other variety shows. He returned to New York after achieving success in Hollywood to resume his career as a stage performer.
LARRY STORCH, 95 YEARS OLD