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Famous Golden Age Celebrities Who Are As Alive As Ever

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Ami Ciccone

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March 2, 2026

 

Jullie Gibson, 105 - The World's Oldest Living Celebrity

At the age of 105, she is Hollywood's oldest known living celebrity from the "Golden Age". Born on September 6, 1913, Julie saw the peak of her acting career in the 40s. She first grabbed attention as a singer with the Jimmy Grier Orchestra. The 1944 film, Western Lucky Cowboy was her first major film role, and post that there was no dearth of work for her. After a few unsuccessful marriages, she finally married actor-director Charles Barton in 1973 and they remained together till his death in 1981. At 105, she isn’t really a very active figure but being the oldest living celebrity is in itself a great achievement!

Betty Lynn – 92 Years Old And Retired

Betty Lyn is a retired film and television actress who is mostly known for her portrayal of cheery and vibrant roles. Inspired by her mother’s singing profession, her career began as a teenage performer in musical shows produced by Broadway. Betty is one of those actors who also showcased their talent at USO tours during the Second World War. Nonetheless, this bubbly actress’ most famous role was that of Thelma Lou in The Andy Griffith Show (1960). She mostly worked for television throughout her career and now post-retirement has been living a life away from the limelight.

Christopher Lloyd – Acting As A Voice Artist At 80

In every actor’s life there comes a role that becomes their identity among their fans. But in Christopher’s case, there are several. From “Jim” in the TV series Taxi to “Uncle Fester” in the black comedy The Addams Family and “Doc” in the sci-fi Back to the Future, he has given a life to all his characters. Other than setting the screens on fire through his tremendous acting skills, he has extensively worked as a voice actor. Now at the age of 80, his on-screen appearances have become a lot lesser but he still has a busy career as a voice artist.

Doris Day - Living A Quiet Life At Age 96

Doris Day was able to establish herself as a singer and actress in Hollywood during the 1940s. Some of Day's most memorable performances were in movies like Pillow Talk, The Man Who Knew Too Much, and Romance on the High Seas Move Over Darling. She bagged a total of six Golden Globe Awards in her career. Despite working hard over the years, Day found herself bankrupt back in 1968 when her husband Martin Melcher passed away because he apparently squandered Day's funds. These days, Day is living a quiet life away from the limelight at her age of 96.

 

 Patrick Stewart – Preparing For The Next Star Trek Show At 78

Most famous as Caption Picard from the Star Trek Television and film series, Patrick Stewart has been known for his commendable services in the acting world. Other than winning several awards like Emmy and Golden Globe, he was also fortunate to have received the knighthood as an acknowledgment of his talent. And he has not only graced the small and big screens with his acting but also worked as a voice actor in numerous projects including movies and video games. Nearly six decades of a remarkable career and Sir Patrick still has a busy schedule as he prepares to return on TV. Career goals!

Joanne Woodward – Struggling With Alzheimer’s At 88

Her mother used to say, “she was the prettiest girl in town”. Well, she was not exaggerating at all! Looking at her old picture, we couldn’t agree more that young Joanne Woodward was one of those actresses who could make anyone fall in love at first sight. And she did – her husband Paul Newman fell for her the day he first saw her. After performing in various television shows and films, she appeared in The Three Faces of Eve and became a star as she won an Oscar for her role. At the age of 88, she is not active anymore as sadly, she is now battling with Alzheimer’s.

Joan Collins – 85, $30 Million

Back in the mid-1950s, this sensuous diva marked her presence in Hollywood as she depicted sultry roles in films like The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing (1955). Her career went through a decline during the 1970s as she appeared in movies like The Stud (1978) and The Bitch (1979). Nevertheless, she gave a commendable performance in the television drama Dynasty for which she bagged the Golden Globe Award in 1982. 70 years of acting and she still has a thriving career! And looks? This fashionista can still leave you awestruck!

Joe Turkel – The Terrifying Bartender From The Shining Is Retired At 91

Remember the eerie bartender from The Shining (1980)? This was one of the roles that are etched in the memory of Joe Turkel’s fans. Although his personal favorite happens to be Paths of Glory (1957), this character actor is more remembered for his freakish role of scientist Eldon Tyrell in Blade Runner (1982). Turkel is one of those few actors who were fortunate to have worked several times with the legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick. He left the show business back in 1998 and his public appearances have now become rare.

Terry Kilburn – Tiny Tim Is Now Retired At 92

Terry Kilburn is a former child actor who achieved stardom through his portrayal of Tiny Tim in the movie A Christmas Carol (1938). Born in London, his innocent looking face was discovered by an agent who encouraged him to try his luck in Hollywood. He then moved to the United States in 1937 and soon landed a role in his debut film Lord Jeff (1938). Other than working in several films, Terry was actively performing in the television industry for almost two decades before he bid farewell to the acting world. This veteran actor is now 92 and has been living a quiet life in Minneapolis.

Irene Papas – 89 Years Old And Retired

Mesmerized by looking at her old picture? Let us tell you more about this Greek beauty Irene Papas. She is a former actress who is best recognized for her on-screen performances in The Trojan Women (1971) and Iphigenia (1977). Like her exceptionally gorgeous facial features, her thoughts were different too. This multilingual actress once quoted that she never was interested in playing sensational characters and rather wanted to portray the independent fighter like her real self. A sad reality of Irene’s current life, though, is that she has been struggling with Alzheimer's which can be a nightmare for anyone.

Gloria Henry – Retired At 95

Remember the TV series Dennis the Menace? (No, not the animated version). We are talking about the 1959 comedy series with this title to remind you about Gloria Henry who portrayed the mother of Dennis – the troublemaker. Apparently, Gloria is most remembered for playing Alice Mitchell among all the other roles she played during her average career. Post-cancellation of the show, she appeared in films and television in brief roles and after a long hiatus, she made a come-back with Her Minor Thing (2005). This actress has now retired from the acting world and makes occasional appearances in conventions and film festivals.

Jimmy Lydon – Retired At 95

Jimmy Lydon is a film and television actor who entered the showbiz during his teen years in the 1930s. His acting career began during the times of the Great Depression when his alcoholic father quit working and stopped providing for the family. Initially, Jimmy performed in plays under Broadway production and after a couple of years, he found his way to Hollywood through the movie Tom Brown's School Days. Along with giving some notable performances in films like Life with Father, he also had a fair opportunity to work on television. This 95-year-old later moved to production and now has been living a retired life in California.

Earl Cameron – Does Not Call Himself As Retired At 101

Earl Cameron is one of the earliest actors of the British film industry who broke the color bar and graced the silver screens with his great performances in movies like Pool of London (1951) and The Heart Within (1957). In a 2018 interview, Earl revealed an interesting fact that he never had a plan of becoming an actor. He originally came to London during his days in merchant navy but could not return to his home country due to the war outbreak. It is indeed a captivating reality that despite entering the acting world just for a livelihood, he had a long and fulfilling career through the years.

Terry Moore – Retired At 90

Rather than for her films, this actress was in limelight more because of her sensuous appearance on the cover of Playboy at the age of 55 and her secret marriage relationship with the billionaire entrepreneur Howard Hughes. Regarding her acting career, Terry (originally Helen Luella Koford) is best remembered for her supporting role in Come Back, Little Sheba (1952) and is one of the few surviving actors of the classic Hollywood. Until 2016, this audacious beauty was appearing in guest roles in movies like Aimy in a Cage and has now retired at the age of 90.

Michael Caine – No Plans To Retire Even At 85

Michael Caine is a celebrated British actor who has always been remembered for his unique accent and versatile acting skills. He is one of those few actors who has had a long career and has been appearing in movies consecutively for seven decades now. This The Ipcress File fame charismatic film star who started his journey in the 1950s is still considered a cultural icon because of his laid-back style and personality. In a recent interview, this Englishman shared an interesting thought when he said, “You don’t retire from the movies, they retire you”. Well said, Mr. Caine!

Robert Duvall – Still Acting At 88

Robert Duvall is one such actor who is known for his natural and versatile acting skills through which he used to breathe life into the characters he played on screen. Thanks to his talent, he has been enjoying a flourishing career ever since he made a debut in the film world. This star once shared that his award-winning role in Lonesome Dove (1989) is one of the most satisfying works of his career history and he achieved a sense of accomplishment after doing the series. Although he is now 88, he still has not taken a break from the camera and continues to amuse his fans.

Robert Wagner – Still Has A Career At 88

While many of us start planning retirement as soon as touching 50, this famous film and television actor is still having a busy career at 88. Although Robert debuted on the silver screen back in 1950 and acted in many films, it was the television industry that gave new heights to his career. This celebrity who is mostly remembered for his roles in Hart to Hart and Switch has also been in limelight regarding the drowning accident of his wife Natalie Wood. And it seems like this controversy will not be buried any time soon as in a recent interview, Natalie’s sister accused Robert of her murder.

Norma Miller – Still Dancing At 99

She is a dancer, actor, comedian, choreographer and what not! This swinging beauty is an ocean of talent. We are talking about Norma Miller, the lady who is known for being one of the pioneers of Lindy Hop dance style. This dancing legend who was discovered at an early age of 12 will be celebrating her 100th birthday this year. And let us tell you – age has nothing to do with her! Norma still teaches her signature dance style along with writing books. With an energy as great as hers, she surely deserves the title “Queen of Swing”. Oh! Are you swinging already?

Caren Marsh-Doll – Dance Instructor At 99

Caren Marsh-Doll is a former American actor who played short roles in movies during the era of old Hollywood. She had a brief acting career where she mostly performed as an extra in musical films. Caren later developed a deep interest in dance and decided to make it a full-time career. Once in an interview, she revealed that during her recovery from a plane crash accident she was told that she might not be able to dance again. Apparently, the dancer proved it wrong and now at an age of 99, she still gives lessons as a volunteer.

Virginia Patton – 93 Years, Retired Early From The Movies

Virginia Patton is a former Hollywood actress who had a brief career of 6 years in the industry. She made her debut on big screens at an age of 20 and after performing in various movies, she landed a role in It's a Wonderful Life (1946). The movie was a huge success and Virginia is still remembered for showcasing the character of Ruth in the film. But she had other priorities and left her acting career soon in 1949 to focus on her family life. This past film star later pursued a career in business and now has been living a retired life in Michigan.

Rita Moreno – Producing And Acting At The Age Of 87

The remembrance of the evergreen iconic musical West Side Story (1961) would certainly be incomplete without mentioning Rita Moreno. A native Hispanic, she is one of those few talents who has bagged all four prominent awards in the American entertainment industry. Although Rita has witnessed a long career of almost 70 years now, unfortunately, she was mostly offered supporting and non-versatile roles. But let us tell you – this dancing diva of her times still has not left her passion for acting and currently has been working on a remake of one of her super hit movies.

Beau Bridges – 77 Years Old And Still Acting

This award-winning actor who has been prominently known for his extraordinary performances has an interesting story behind his name. His parents nicknamed him Beau after getting inspired by a character of the famous novel Gone with the Wind. As he belongs to a renowned family of actors, it seems like that talent came naturally to him through blood. Although Beau has given some memorable movies like The Fabulous Baker Boys, he is more known for his contribution to the television industry. This now 77-year-old is still actively working in films and television, especially portraying character roles.

George Chakiris – Jewelry Designer At 84

This Academy Award-winning actor is most remembered for his portrayal of Bernardo in the musical tragedy West Side Story. George made his debut on the silver screen in 1947 but it was only after a decade that success knocked on his door. Along with acting, he also had a brief singing career and in 1996 he bid adieu to the film and TV world. The retired dancer found a new passion for jewelry making and has been successfully running his own brand of sterling jewelry. With his charming personality, it’s hard to believe that this Greek is now 84. Undoubtedly, the saying “age is just a number” suits him best!

Russ Tamblyn – Still Acting At The Age Of 84

With his commendable dancing and gymnastic talents, Russ Tamblyn is best known for his captivating performances in musicals like Tom Thumb (1958) and West Side Story (1961). His career kept flourishing through decades as he continued working for films as an actor and choreographer. Popular for his tremendous energy, this legend proved that his talent was not limited. Russ also has had a successful television career during which he showcased various roles and can be seen making an appearance even now. Apparently, it seems like this Hollywood personality is in no mood to retire anytime soon.

Ted Donaldson – Retired From The Movies At A Young Age Of 19

Ted Donaldson is a former child actor from the classic era of Hollywood. His career launched in 1937 with a radio show aired by NBC. In Life With Father, he gave a notable performance while portraying Harlan. Soon after his work was acknowledged, he started getting roles in movies and made a debut on big screens. In his first movie itself, he landed a role with Cary Grant who is known as one of the most iconic names of old Hollywood. After performing in 20 films, Ted took a farewell from the movie industry. The last public appearance of this veteran actor was in 2016 at the TCM Film Festival.

Mickey Kuhn – Volunteering In A Hospital At The Age Of 86

Mickey Kuhn is one esteemed name that emerged in the golden era of Hollywood. This Gone With The Wind fame star is still remembered for his stellar performance as a child actor. Ironically, the actor could not sustain his stardom after reaching teenage. Kuhn had a string of career switches during the 1950s when he did theater and served in the navy for a term of four years. He eventually ended up working in the airlines industry where he served for 30 years. At the age of 86, he now serves as a volunteer in a Naples based hospital.

Darryl Hickman – Acting Coach at 88

Born in California, Darryl is best remembered for his acting career as a child. Although he continued acting in the later years, he couldn’t maintain the heights of success he reached during his childhood. It seemed like Darryl could not hold on to his stardom and decided to retire from the showbiz industry to become a monk. Though, he soon returned and tried his luck in the television industry which was a not-so-successful endeavor. It is said that Darryl’s fame was dimmed by his brother’s success and he ultimately went behind the scenes turning into an executive and acting coach.

Annie Ross – Was Performing Till The Age Of 85

Annabelle (professionally named as Annie Ross) is one of those iconic names that are known for their unforgettable contributions in the world of jazz music. Other than her vocalese style, she is mainly remembered as a member of the revolutionary jazz group Lambert, Hendricks & Ross. In a 2015 interview, Annie revealed that as she came from a family that consisted of performers, the talent of singing and entertaining came naturally to her. Of course, it was her passion only that she continued to amuse the audiences through the years.

Cora Sue Collins – Works For Medical Charity At 91

Cora Sue Collins is known for her performances as a child actor. She was introduced to the film world at a very tender age. Cora’s acting career lasted only till the age of 18 after which she bid adieu to movies. One of her best-portrayed roles was in The Scarlet Letter (1934) where she worked alongside Colleen Moore. She shared in an interview that during childhood her favorite film was Queen Christina as she got to play the title role. This 91-year-old who still cherishes her memories as an artist now spends her time working for medical charity and serving as a board member in hospitals.

 

Robert Conrad - Still Acting At Age 83

Back in the 1960s, actor Robert Conrad was well known for the starring role he had on The Wild Wild West. The other notable portrayal he had in his acting portfolio was that of Pappy Boyington on the show called Baa Baa Black Sheep. But Conrad did not only limit himself to acting for he was also able to pursue a singing career. He was also once the host of his very own radio show called The PM Show with Robert Conrad. Sources indicate that Conrad will be appearing in a new show titled, Then Again with Herbie J Pilato.

Ann-Margret - Still Acting At Age 77

Ann-Margret was a beautiful actress who starred in numerous movies during the 1960s through 1990s. Most of you would recognize her on Bye Bye Birdie, Tommy, and Viva Las Vegas. She should definitely be proud of what she has achieved in her career because she is a five-time Golden Globe Award winner. Ann-Margret is already 77 years old these days and she is fortunate to have an acting career that still brings her earnings to this day. You will be seeing Ann-Margret in an upcoming movie titled, Welcome to Pine Grove!.

Olivia de Havilland - Dame Commander At Age 102

Olivia de Havilland has some serious health secrets because she is already 102 years old today. De Havilland first became known in the acting scene way back in the 1930s when she appeared in movies like The Adventures of Robin Hood, Captain Blood, and Gone with the Wind. Her acting career lasted up until the 1980s and since then, she continued to make different public appearances in Hollywood. Back in 2017, De Havilland was made a Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire just two weeks before she turned 101.

Victoria Principal - Successful Entrepreneur & Author At Age  69

Victoria Principal is best remembered for her nine-year run in the hit series Dallas as Pamela Barnes Ewing. After Principal's time on the show, she decided to put up the Victoria Principal Productions which worked on a lot of TV films. Principal was very business-minded by the mid-1980s and she eventually released her own skincare line called Principal Secret. Aside from this, she also found success as an author. She is the woman behind The Body Principal. It was confirmed in 2018 that Principal's fifth written work was already on its way.

Loni Anderson - Still Acting At Age 72

During the late 1970s, actress Loni Anderson rose to fame after she started playing Jennifer Marlowe in the show called WKRP in Cincinnati. Her portrayal of the role earned her a number of nominations at the Emmy and Golden Globe Awards. Marlowe looks amazing at her current age of 72 and she continues to earn money through acting. Her most recent role was that of Frances in the TV series, My Sister Is So Gay, which ran from 2016 to 2018. She was also a guest co-host on The Talk in 2018.

Herman Wouk - Retired At Age 103

The huge fortune Herman Wouk has in the bank is all thanks to the success he's had as an author. Wouk is well recognized for being the brains behind The Caine Mutiny. The said novel was the recipient of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. He is also known for talking about World War II in his novels like War and Remembrance and The Winds of War. As he got older, Wouk still had a lot of ideas to share so he just continued writing. He is already 103 years old as of today and before retiring, his very last novel was actually his 2016 memoir titled Sailor and Fiddler: Reflections of a 100-Year-Old Author.

Norman Lloyd - Still Acting At Age 104

At 104 years old, you would expect any actor to be in retirement already. But this is not the case for actor Norman Lloyd because he actually still has the strength to do acting work at his age. His most recent portrayal was that of Capt. Red Ed Swan in the show, Fly. Lloyd first became popular back in the 1940s through the roles he had on Spellbound and Saboteur. He eventually had a fruitful career as a producer and director as well. As of today, Lloyd is the oldest Hollywood actor who is still working.

John Astin - Still Acting At Age 88

Back in the 1960s, you probably saw actor John Astin in the show called The Addams Family because he was the actor who gave life to the role of Gomez Addams. Astin also found success on the big screen and his most popular performances were in movies like Freaky Friday, West Side Story, and That Touch of Mink. You can expect Astin's bank account to continue to grow because he is still busy with acting work these days. Astin is a part of an upcoming movie titled Starship II: Rendezvous with Ramses.

Dick Van Dyke - Still Acting At Age 93

If you are the type of person who loves watching classic musical films, then you will surely know who Dick Van Dyke is. Van Dyke is a talented actor who is remembered by many for his roles in iconic movies like Mary Poppins, The Comic, and Bye Bye Birdie. Van Dyke was also a friendly face you would see on TV because he starred in The Dick Van Dyke Show. Retirement planning is not Van Dyke's main priority as of the moment since he still gets to do so much work. Van Dyke is set to appear in a new movie titled, Capture the Flag.

Mel Brooks - Does Voice Acting At Age 92

Mel Brooks is a very talented name when it comes to comedy. Brooks is one of the brains behind the famous comedy show titled Get Smart. During the 1970s, Brooks established himself as a director and most of his movies always made a ton of money at the box office. He directed films like Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Young Frankenstein, and The Producers. Brooks experienced winning a Tony, Emmy, Oscar, and Grammy in his career. He's been doing a lot of voice work these days and he is set to appear in a new documentary titled The Automat.

Kim Novak - Retired At Age 85

Kim Novak's acting career was at an all-time high during the 1950s. Novak's most notable roles were in movies like Vertigo, Pal Joey, and The Man with the Golden Arm. Novak was an actress who often got to work with big stars like Kirk Douglas, Frank Sinatra, and Fred MacMurray. Novak officially retired as an actress in the early 1990s. Her last acting role was in the movie, Liebestraum. A ton of plastic surgery rumors have been surrounding Novak over the years but she never came clean about anything. Being a visual artist, poet, and photographer is what keeps  Novak busy these days.

Tippi Hedren - Still Acting At Age 89

Tippi Hedren made a name for herself in the acting industry back in the 1960s after she had an award-winning performance in the movie, The Birds. She also had memorable performances in A Countess from Hong Kong, Marnie, and Citizen Ruth. Hedren has been a hard-working animal rights activist since the late 1960s and she eventually put up the Roar Foundation - her very own non-profit organization. Hedren's daughter and granddaughter, Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson, respectively, are continuing Hedren's legacy in the acting scene. Hedren is set to appear in a new movie titled Unforgettable.

Beverly Cleary - Retired At Age 102

Beverley Cleary is a very successful author of mostly young adult fiction or children's books. Cleary's book sales are estimated to be at 91 million and this truly makes Cleary one of the most successful authors in America who is still alive today. Cleary is basically the one who introduced to us iconic characters like Beezus Quimby, Romana Quimby, and Henry Huggins. Cleary is so influential that a public school somewhere in Portland is named the Beverly Cleary School. At 102 years old, Cleary's fortune is estimated to be at $20 million.

Ed Asner - Very Busy With Acting At Age 89

The Mary Tyler Moore Show, then you will surely recognize Ed Asner, Asner played Lou Grant on the show. He was very fortunate because his character was later given his very own self-titled spin-off show. Other known parts that Asner had were on Elf and El Dorado. Asner might be 89 years old already but he has kept his health intact all these years that he gets to remain busy to this day. According to sources, Asner has more than ten upcoming acting projects! Asner was twice married and twice divorced, and had four children.

Carl Reiner - Still Acting At Age 96

Carl Reiner's earnings from show business have been pretty stable for more than seven decades now. Reiner first tasted success when he did acting and writing work for shows such as Your Show of Shows and Caesar's Hour. His proudest moment was probably when he created The Dick Van Dyke Show. These days, Reiner still gets to book some acting roles from time to time. In 2018, Reiner was able to guest on the show called Angie Tribeca. Reiner is set to appear in a new movie called Saddle Up!.

Eva Marie Saint - Appears In Documentaries At Age 94

Actress Eva Marie Saint rose to fame back in the mid-1950s when she appeared in the movie, On The Waterfront. In fact, her superb performance in the film won her the Best Supporting Actress award at the 1955 Academy Awards. The other performances she had that impressed audiences were on People Like Us and A Hatful of Rain. Even if Saint does not make that much paychecks anymore, she still attends some red carpet events from time to time. Saint will be appearing in a new documentary titled, Hollywood Renegade.

Jerry Lee Lewis - Still Performing At Age 83

Jerry Lee Lewis started making waves in the music scene back in the 1950s. Lewis did not only do rock and roll for he was also known for tackling the "rockabilly" genre. Some of his most popular singles were Crazy Arms, Great Balls of Fire, and Whole Lotta Shakin' Goin' On. Lewis' career slowed down after news broke own that he got married to a girl named Myra Gale Brown who was apparently his cousin who was just thirteen years old! Fortunately, he was still able to get his career back on track. Reports stay that he still makes a lot of money through his concert performances.

Angela Lansbury - Still Acting At Age 93

Angela Lansbury first shot to fame as an actress back in the 1940s when she appeared in movies like The Picture of Dorian Gray and Gaslight. Lansbury also appeared on Broadway and most of you might remember her for the award-winning performance she had on Mame. Lansbury may already be in her 90s but it seems that it will take some more years before she fully goes into retirement. In 2018, Lansbury appeared on Mary Poppins Returns and Buttons. Lansbury is set to do an upcoming movie titled The Adventures of Buddy Thunder.

Christopher Plummer - Still Acting At Age 89

Back in the mid-1960s, people knew actor Christopher Plummer for being the guy who played Captain Georg von Trapp in the popular musical film, The Sound of Music. His other known roles were on Waterloo, The Last Station, and The Man Who Would Be King. When Plummer earned an Academy Award nomination for his role on All the Money in the World back in 2017, this made him the oldest actor to have earned an acting award nomination. His acting portfolio continues to grow and you will be seeing him in a new film titled Knives Out.

Jackie Mason - Does Voice Work At Age 87

Jackie Mason is considered to be one of the funniest names in the industry. Mason is best recognized for his multi-awarded show, The World According to Me. He also has an award-winning special titled Jackie Mason on Broadway. Mason also spent a  lot of years making money as a voice actor. If you are a fan of The Simpsons, then you may know that Mason is the voice actor behind the character named Rabbi Hyman Krustofski. He most recently voiced the character again in two episodes of the show in 2018.

Vera Lynn - Living A Peaceful Life At Age 101

Vera Lynn had a very popular voice during World War II. Lynn was a singer who would always perform for the troops and she often traveled to different countries. Some of the songs that Lynn usually sang were A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square, The White Cliffs of Dover, and We'll Meet Again. Lynn is also known for supporting a ton of charitable organizations who help children with disabilities, ex-servicemen, and people that suffer from breast cancer. In 2018, Lynn was nominated for two awards at the Classic Brit Awards.

Sidney Poitier - Living A Quiet Life At Age 91

Did you know that Sidney Poitier is the first ever black actor and Bahamian-American actor who took home the Best Actor Awards at the Golden Globe and Academy Awards? This was because of his outstanding performance in the movie called Lilies of the Field in 1963. His other notable performances were in films like Guess Who's Coming to Dinner and To Sir, with Love. Poitier's fortune in the bank has grown tremendously, thanks to the work he has also done as a director. For about a decade, Poitier was able to assume the role of Bahamian Ambassador to Japan.

Little Richard - Retired At Age 86

Little Richard became a prominent figure in the rock and roll scene back in the 1950s. Richard was always shifting between secular and gospel music because of the different events that happened in his life. Richard dealt with substance abuse in the past but he gladly was able to get the right help he needed. Despite staying in the industry for so many years, he had to officially retire back in 2013 after a hip surgery that proved unsuccessful. The latest news we know about him is that he was rebaptized at the Seventh-day Adventist Church in 2017.

Barbara Eden - Still Making TV Appearances At Age 87

Barbara Eden was once one of the most beautiful faces in the Hollywood scene. She is best remembered for the starring role she had in the show called I Dream of Jeannie. Her other popular TV roles were in programs like How To Marry A Millionaire and Harper Valley PTA. Eden is yet another actress from back then who people believe to have gotten plastic surgery but she's never really admitted that she's gone under the knife. Eden's most recent TV appearance was on an episode of Long Island Medium in 2018.

Bob Barker - Retired At Age 95

Bob Barker definitely left a great legacy in the Hollywood industry. Barker spent more than three decades hosting the popular game show, The Price Is Right. Prior to this, he had hosted another game show called Truth or Consequences. Barker has not yet retired since the late 2000s and he has been suffering from different ailments over the years. His most recent problem was when he hit his head after he slipped back in 2017. He was able to get some help but this wasn't as serious as the fall he had back in 2015.

David Attenborough - Still Working At Age 92

David Attenborough might be someone you know if you are fond of watching natural history documentaries. Attenborough's most famous project was probably the Life collection which was released back in the 2000s. In Britain, people actually see Attenborough as a "national treasure" but he doesn't really like the term. It seems that retirement isn't in Attenborough's plans yet and you will be seeing him in a new documentary titled Diving Deep: The Life and Times of Mike deGruy. He will also be the narrator of an upcoming TV series documentary called Our Planet.

Harry Belafonte - Still Working AT Age 91

Jamaican-American pop star Harry Belafonte is best remembered for introducing the Carribean music genre internationally back in the 1950s. Belafonte is known for being the man behind the tune called The Banana Boat Song. He also pursued acting at some point and appeared in movies like Odds Against Tomorrow and Island in the Sun. Thanks to his good health, Belafonte still gets to work to this day. In 2018, he appeared on BlacKkKlansman and reports say that he will be doing a new documentary titled Lead Belly: Life, Legend, Legacy. 

James Lipton - Remains Busy At Age 92

James Lipton was fortunate to achieve success in front of and behind the camera. As an actor, Lipton is best known for the role he had on Guiding Light. Pursuing producing and screenwriting did wonders for him because to this day, his show called Inside the Actors Studio is still airing. The show first broadcast way back in 1994, with Lipton serving as the host. Outside of show business, Lipton is still affiliated with Pace University's Actors Studio Drama School as their Dean Emeritus. He definitely has a lot of things going on for someone who is in their 90s.

Cicely Tyson – Still Acting At Age 94

Cicely Tyson rose to fame back in the 1970s when she starred in the movie, Sounder. Her performance in the film earned her a Golden Globe and Academy Award nomination. Her other memorable performances were on The Help and The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman. Her acting portfolio doesn't only consist of on-screen projects for Tyson has also found success as a stage actress. She won a Tony Award for her performance on The Trip to Bountiful. Since 2015, Tyson has been playing the character of Ophelia Harkness on How to Get Away with Murder.

Betty White - Still Acting At Age 97

Another actress who has been in the industry for a great many years already is Betty White. White is popularly known for playing Sue Ann Nivens in the popular The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Her fame just soared when she starred in The Golden Girls as Rose Nylund. Younger fans might know White for her role as Elka Ostrovsky in the sitcom, Hot In Cleaveland. Her most recent role was in an episode of Fireside Chat with Esther in 2018. At 97 years old, White's net worth is currently at $75 million.

Larry Storch - Semi-Retired At Age 96

Larry Storch was very busy talent back in the 1960s. Storch served as the voice of Mr. Whoopee in a cartoon show called Tennessee Tuxedo and His Tales. People also knew him for his role as Corporal Randolph Agarn in the show, F Troop. Before Storch started making money as an actor, he was a part of the United States Navy. Other TV shows Storch was able to guest in were Married... with Children and The Love Boat. Sources say that Storch will become an Honorary Friar sometime in 2019.

Hugh Downs - Retired At Age 97

Hugh Downs started gaining popularity back in the late 1950s after he started hosting a game show titled Concentration. He eventually became even more known when he was hired as a co-host on The Today Show. After leaving The Today Show during the early 1970s, he later started appearing on 20/20 as an anchor. Downs has also pursued a career as an author and has released more than ten books in his career. Downs was officially retired by the late 1990s. In 2017, Downs sadly lost his wife of 73 years, Ruth Shaheen Downs.

Cloris Leachman - Still Acting At Age 92

Cloris Leachman rose to fame ever since she started appearing on The Mary Tyler Moore Show as Phyllis Lindstrom. Leachman proved to people she was very talented when it came to acting after she had an outstanding performance in the movie, The Last Picture Show. Her portrayal of Ruth Popper in the film won her an Academy and BAFTA Award. Leachman is already in her 90s but her earnings as an actress just keep on coming. Leachman is set to star in an upcoming film called When We Last Spoke.

Ali MacGraw - Retired At Age 79

Ali MacGraw received her big break back in the late 1960s through the role she had on Goodbye Columbus. Her appearance in the movie won her the Most Promising Newcomer award at the Golden Globes. She later bagged the Best Actress award from the Golden Globes after she starred in Love Story back in 1970. Her other known roles were on Just Tell Me What You Want and The Winds of War.  She seems to have taken care of her fitness well over the years by doing a lot of yoga. Despite being retired, MacGraw appeared in a documentary called Passion & Poetry: Rodeo Time, in 2017.

Linda Evans - Retired At Age 76

Linda Evans was popularly known back in the 1960s for her role as Audra Barkley in the show called The Big Valley. She later became an even bigger star in the Hollywood scene after she started playing Krystle Carrington in the 1980s TV drama, Dynasty. By the late 1990s, Evans was not doing any acting work anymore and it seemed that the fortune she had in the bank was going to last her a very long time. In 2018, Evans made an appearance in a documentary titled The '80s Greatest.

Bibi Andersson - Retired At Age 83

Swedish actress Bibi Andersson is best known for the performances she had in movies like The Mistress and Persona. Having such a beautiful face and charming smile, it was very easy for Andersson to catch the attention of different directors. When it comes to American movies she has done, her most popular project is perhaps her portrayal in the movie, I Never Promised You a Rose Garden. Andersson is already 83 years old today and she has been away from the limelight since 2010. Sources say Andersson got hospitalized back in 2010 and whatever happened to her had left her unable to talk.

Sam Elliott - Still Acting At Age 74

Sam Elliott is truly proving that age is nothing but a number because he is still achieving so much in his acting career at his current age of 74. Also, he is totally pulling off the white hair and mustache look! In 2018, Elliott was a part of A Star Is Born and his performance in the movie earned him nominations at the Critics' Choice and Academy Awards. Elliott first became popular in the acting scene way back in the 1970s when he starred in the film, Lifeguard. From 2016 until 2018, Elliott was seen playing a man named Beau Bennett in the show called The Ranch. 

Richard Chamberlain - Still Acting At Age 84

Richard Chamberlain was a very popular teen star from the 1960s. The role he had in Dr. Kildare is what made him very popular in the acting industry. Chamberlain also takes credit for being the first ever actor who was able to give life to the Jason Bourne character on the big screen. Chamberlain's net worth continues to grow these days because of the acting work he has been scoring. In 2018. Chamberlain starred in a movie called Nightmare Cinema. Back in 2003, Chamberlain came out as gay through his autobiography titled, Shattered Love.

Willie Nelson - Still Singing At Age 85

Willie Nelson has been pursuing music since the 1970s and if there is one thing about him that has remained constant all these years, it is his trademark hippie/long hair! Nelson first gained popularity after he released albums such as Red Headed Stranger and Shotgun Willie. Outside of his music career, Nelson was also able to pursue acting and writing. Today, Nelson is already in his mid-80s but he still shares so much new music with us. In 2018, Nelson released two new albums titled Last Man Standing and My Way.

Robert Redford - Retired At Age 82

After being in the acting scene for more than five decades, actor Robert Redford finally went into retirement in 2018 after appearing on The Old Man and the Gun. Redford first rose to prominence back in the 1960s when he played in movies like Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Inside Daisy Clover, and The Sting. Redford has also been quite successful behind the scene as he is known for directing movies like A River Runs Through It, Ordinary People, and Quiz Show. He is also the man behind the creation of the Sundance Film Festival.

Kenny Rogers - Retired At Age 80

Kenny Rogers enjoyed a very successful career as a country music singer. His most popular albums were Kenny, Water & Bridges, and The Gambler. Rogers also established himself as an actor and you might have seen him in The Six Pack and Coward of the County. Even if Rogers is now retired, he still earns a lot, thanks to the success of his Kenny Rogers Roasters fast-food chain (and album royalties). Rogers talks about everything that has happened in his career in his publication called Luck or Something Like it: A Memoir. Rogers' farewell tour was supposed to last until 2018 but he had to cancel his shows due to health issues.

Eileen Atkins - Still Acting At Age 84

Eileen Atkins started out as a theater actress back in the 1960s and some of her most notable performances were in productions like The Retreat from Moscow,  Vivat! Vivat Regina!, and Indiscretions. When it comes to on-screen roles, you might know her for appearing on The Unexpected Man and Cranford. Back in the mid-1990s, Atkins went through a really tough obstacle because she discovered that she had breast cancer. Fortunately, she has fully recovered and been living a healthy life at her age of 84. In 2018, Atkins appeared on Nothing Like a Dame.

Tina Louise - Still Acting At Age 84

Tina Louise received a breakthrough in her acting career back in 1958 when she appeared in the movie, God's Little Acre. Her role in the said film won her the New Star of the Year award at the Golden Globe Awards. She found greater success in the 1960s when she starred as Ginger Grant in the show, Gilligan's Island. Louise's other known portrayals were on  For Those Who Think Young, The Stepford Wives, and Day of the Outlaw. Louise is already 84 and her net worth these days is estimated to be at $6 million. Her most recent acting stint was in the 2017 movie, Tapestry.

Dean Stockwell - Retired At Age 82

Dean Stockwell was a very young boy when he started to grow his savings account. Stockwell's first notable roles were on The Green Years and Anchors Aweigh. As an adult, Stockwell is best known for the roles he had on Married to the Mob, Long Day's Journey into Night, and Quantum Leap. Stockwell decided to retire back in 2015 and his last acting role was in a movie called Entertainment. Sources said that a stroke was one of the reasons why Stockwell chose to put an end to his acting career.

Loretta Lynn - Still Singing At Age 86

Another artist who is in her 80s but isn't doing any retirement planning yet is Loretta Lynn. Lynn entered the country music scene back in the 1960s and some of her most popular songs were One's on the Way, You Ain't Woman Enough (To Take My Man), and Coal Miner's Daughter. Lynn's worldwide album sales are estimated to be at 40 million to date.  In 2018, Lynn gave her loyal fans a treat and released a new album titled Wouldn't It Be Great. The album is Lynn's forty-first album in her career.

Clu Gulager - Still Acting At Age 90

Clu Gulager rose to fame back in the 1960s when he started playing William H. Bonney in the show, The Tall Man. His success just continued when he began appearing on The Virginian as Emmett Ryker. Gulager's notable movie roles were on The Killers, The Last Picture Show, and The Return of the Living Dead. He is already 90 years old but he continues to enrich his personal finances by the acting parts he gets to book left and right. In 2019, Gulager will be appearing in the star-studded movie called Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

Arlene Dahl - Retired At Age 93

Arlene Dahl experienced a busy career in Hollywood way back in the 1950s. Dahl is one of the last few actors from Hollywood's Golden Age who is still alive today. Some of Dahl's most popular roles were in movies like A Southern Yankee, Woman's World, and Jamaica Run. Despite all the success she had had, Dahl ended up bankrupt during the early 1980s. Luckily, she was able to bounce back but she wasn't as in-demand in the acting scene as she used to be. Dahl, who retired around 1999, made an appearance in a documentary called Broadway: Beyond the Golden Age, in 2018.

Richard Keith - Member Of A Rock Band At 68

He is the 'Little Ricky' from the comedy series I Love  Lucy and the only surviving regular cast member from this TV show. Originally Thibodeaux, his last name was changed to Keith to avoid the difficulty in pronunciation. Being a young professional drummer even before appearing on screen, probably this former child actor was more passionate about music and that could be the reason that he pursued a musical career in his grown-up years. At present, Richard is more known as a member of David and the Giants as he has been associated with the rock group for many years now.

 

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