Time is certainly a concept that, when we think too hard about it, blows us away. First of all, it might feel like the Golden Age of Hollywood had totally happened in another century! It wasn’t that long ago, though. As a matter of fact, many of our favorite stars still dominate the scene from that time!
Living Legends: Old Celebrities Who Are Thriving Despite Their Advanced Age
BETTY WHITE, 96 YEARS OLD
We’re insanely proud that Betty White is the record holder of any woman in the biz for the longest-running career in entertainment. The funny woman has come a long way since she was rejected because she allegedly wasn’t photogenic enough!
BETTY WHITE, 96 YEARS OLD
KIRK DOUGLAS, 101 YEARS OLD
We know it’s difficult to believe that Kirk Douglas has survived a war, a helicopter accident, and a stroke. However, we promise you it’s true. All of these things have happened, but they have not stopped him from pursuing a great acting career. Much props for this incredible actor!
KIRK DOUGLAS, 101 YEARS OLD
HAL HOLBROOK, 93 YEARS OLD
Do you not think Hal Holbrook is a great actor at all? If so, by looking at his awards, acting credits, and accolades, you can prove yourself wrong! He started on stage, but he also dominated the film and TV industries eventually.
HAL HOLBROOK, 92 YEARS OLD
CAROL CHANNING, 97 YEARS OLD
When Carol Channing began doing musicals, she had her first shot to fame. She’s not only an actress, but she can also sing and make people laugh. In 1995, she got the Lifetime Achievement Award. In her autobiography, her fascinating life was documented, so check it out.
CAROL CHANNING, 97 YEARS OLD
SALMA HAYEK, 52 YEARS OLD
Salma Hayek is one of the most famous actresses in the industry. She managed, by starring in Frida, to get to the top. In Hollywood, the star remains active and refuses to show any signs of stopping soon.
SALMA HAYEK, 52 YEARS OLD
LAURA SAN GIACOMO, 56 YEARS OLD
When Laura San Giocomo starred in Sex, Lies, and Videotape, she established a reputation for herself. The Steven Soderbergh project even got her nominated by the Los Angeles Critics Association for a Golden Globe and a New Generation award. ⠀
LAURA SAN GIACOMO, 56 YEARS OLD
SEAN CONNERY, 88 YEARS OLD
Quite a number of actors portrayed James Bond, but Sean Connery holds a special place in our hearts. In numerous onscreen productions, he has starred, but he was also a stage actor in the past. Let us hope that he will enjoy his retirement!
SEAN CONNERY, 88 YEARS OLD
BOLO YEUNG, 72 YEARS OLD
Bolo Yeung, a professional martial artist, used to be a competitive bodybuilder. He also directs them while he stars in martial arts films. He is often cast, in general, as the villain. Can you believe that at the age of 72, he continues to do this?
BOLO YEUNG, 72 YEARS OLD
DORIS DAY, 96 YEARS OLD
We bet that one of the best things about the 50s and 60s is Doris Day. Her charm, voice, and acting chops earned her a sitcom of her own in the past. Calling her an icon is not an exaggeration!
DORIS DAY, 96 YEARS OLD
RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN, 84 YEARS OLD
When Richard Chamberlain played Dr. Kildare on the NBC show, he became a household name. In Hollywood, this role paved the way for his success. He has retired, and we think he deserves it!
RICHARD CHAMBERLAIN, 84 YEARS OLD
Richard Keith, 67 Years Old
Not many people can say that they started to act at the tender age of five, but Richard Keith is no ordinary man. Did you know that at an even younger age, he started to play drums? The actor-musician has also launched a dance company called Ballet Magnificat, together with his wife.
Richard Keith 67 Years Old
TONY BENNETT, 92 YEARS OLD
Tony Bennett may not be at the top of his life now, but he can always be as amazing as ever. The “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” crooner is an icon with an eternal place in history.
TONY BENNETT, 92 YEARS OLD
EVA MARIE SAINT, 94 YEARS OLD
For more than seven decades now, this talented actress has been in the industry. Eva Marie Saint is best known for appearing in On The Waterfront. Has she discovered the fountain of youth, as well?
EVA MARIE SAINT, 94 YEARS OLD
JACKIE MASON, 87 YEARS OLD
Here’s a man who can make us laugh at all times. Jackie Mason, who went to Broadway and won both the Emmy Award and the Tony Award, is a critically acclaimed funny man. Terrific guy.
JACKIE MASON, 87 YEARS OLD
LOU FERRIGNO – 69 YEARS OLD
Perhaps you know Lou Ferrigno from back in the day as the Incredible Hulk, but today, he’s 69 years old, enjoying his life as an actor and a fitness trainer. He was a professional bodybuilder in the past and won Mr. Universe titles and also appeared in Pumping Iron, the bodybuilding documentary. In addition, the iconic actor has appeared in The King of Queens as well as in the comedy, I Love You, Man.
LOU FERRIGNO 69 YEARS OLD
BARBARA MANDRELL – 72 YEARS OLD
Barbara Mandrell, the American country singer, musician, and actress, is still going strong at age 72. In the 1970s and 1980s, alongside appearing on her very own variety TV show on NBC, she released a long series of country hits. She was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2009, while the singer retired from the music world in 1997. She was also inducted into the 2016 Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum on top of that.
BARBARA MANDRELL 72 YEARS OLD
BARBARA EDEN, 87 YEARS OLD
We’re sure no one will ever forget Barbara Eden, who went on to star in I Dream of Jeannie. It’s cool that she still makes the reruns money. Now retired, she had a memoir released back in 2011.
BARBARA EDEN, 87 YEARS OLD
ELIN NORDREGEN, 39 YEARS OLD
In 2009, Elin Nordegren, a former model, and nanny were devastated to learn that her husband, Tiger Woods, had cheated on her. Today, the beautiful woman with her new husband NFL star Jordan Cameron is pregnant with another baby.
ELIN NORDREGEN 39 YEARS OLD
DENISE AUSTIN, 61 YEARS OLD
You should eat well and exercise on a regular basis if you want to stop aging poorly. For proof, take a look at the youthful Denise Austin. Her appearance is a great motivator to remain active to the greatest extent possible.
DENISE AUSTIN, 61 YEARS OLD
LEX LUGER, 60 YEARS OLD
The “Total Package” is also known as Lex Luger. In the ’80s and 90s, this wrestling superstar was super successful. It’s cool that he used to be in the NFL too. He’s busy with behind-the-scenes work at WWE nowadays.
LEX LUGER, 60 YEARS OLD
DEAN STOCKWELL, 82 YEARS OLD
We find it hard to believe that the role of Dean Stockwell will be played by Al from Quantum Leap. The actor started acting when he was only seven years old. Looking at his acting credits, you’ll see how far he’s accomplished!
DEAN STOCKWELL, 82 YEARS OLD
ANN-MARGRET, 77 YEARS OLD
The show biz ladder was climbed by Ann-Margaret, armed with her singing voice and acting chops. She also released her own songs and got awards for her work! She’s 77 years old now and is retired.
ANN MARGRET, 77 YEARS OLD
CAREL STRUYCKEN, 70 YEARS OLD
In The Addams Family films, Carel Struycken portrayed Lurch. He is an actor on stage, film and TV. Now 70 years old, he’s a vegetarian who loves to take pictures of his garden. What a cool man!
CAREL STRUYCKEN 70 YEARS OLD
KRISTY MCNICHOL, 57 YEARS OLD
It is deemed that Kristy McNichol is an American legend. In her years at work, she performed as a comedian, actress, producer, and singer. In addition, she is extremely well-known for starring in Little Darlings, Empty Nest, and Only When I Laugh. McNichol does not perform or live in the Hollywood area anymore.
KRISTY MCNICHOL, 57 YEARS OLD
BILLY DEE WILLIAMS, 82 YEARS OLD
Billy Dee Williams, the American actor, and singer is most famous for Lando Calrissian’s role in Star Wars. His first appearance in The Empire Strikes Back, the 1980 film. In 1971, he also participated in other popular productions, like Brian’s Song. He played the Blues in Lady Sings and Batman in 1982. Besides acting, Billy decided to try his hand at music, releasing 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 ‘Golden Age’ stars to stay alive. As a singer, this performer got her start, but it was going into the radio and then a movie that made her successful.
JULIE GIBSON, 105 YEARS OLD
MAX BAER JR., 80 YEARS OLD
Do you remember The Beverly Hillbillies’, Jethro Bodine? If so, the one who deserves all the credit is Max Baer Jr. He has also worked as a director, producer, and writer in addition to acting!
Max Baer Jr.
NORMAN LLOYD, 103 YEARS OLD
We can’t imagine working for 90 years, but that’s what Norman Lloyd, an actor, director, and producer, is like. What an icon. His most recent acting credit was Trainwreck for the 2015 comedy.
NORMAN LLOYD, 103 YEARS OLD
ANN BLYTH, 90 YEARS OLD
A wildly successful actress, Ann Blyth made a name for herself by starring in Hollywood musicals in the ’40s. No one is surprised to hear she has received many awards in the past for her work.
ANN BLYTH, 90 YEARS OLD
CICELY TYSON, 93 YEARS OLD
Did you know that before she began acting, Cicely Tyson worked as a fashion model? Her career in show business is six decades-long, but when we say she was at the top of her game when she played Constantine Bates in The Help, no one will disagree.
CICELY TYSON, 93 YEARS OLD
SIDNEY POITIER, 91 YEARS OLD
Sidney Poitier is a real legend in Hollywood. We’ll have you know that he was the first African-American actor to bag an Academy Award! He also received the knighthood courtesy of the Queen herself, among other things.
SIDNEY POITIER, 91 YEARS OLD
CARL REINER, 96 YEARS OLD
One more multi-talented man on the list is here. Carl Reiner can act, direct, write, and make us laugh! In fact, he has done that for more than 70 years now. Now, he lives out his days in Beverly Hills, California.
CARL REINER, 96 YEARS OLD
Rhonda Fleming, 95 Years Old
Back in the day, Rhonda Fleming became known as The Queen of Technicolor.’ Since then the pale redhead has retired from acting. She is now busy with charitable causes and has even launched the Women’s Comprehensive Care Rhonda Fleming Mann Clinic.
RHONDA FLEMING, 95 YEARS OLD
NANCY SINATRA, 78 YEARS OLD
Well, anyone could have told you that from her lineage alone, Nancy Sinatra was bound for musical greatness. The talented woman is a fantastic musician as well. She released yet another wonderful album in 2013.
NANCY SINATRA, 78 YEARS OLD
SYLVESTER STALLONE, 72 YEARS OLD
The action star Sylvester Stallone has every applause he deserves. He also dipped his toes into directing and writing, best known for starring in Rambo and Rocky. His good looks and charms never faded!
SYLVESTER STALLONE, 72 YEARS OLD
JULIE ANDREWS, 83 YEARS OLD
We’re always going to think of Julia Andrews as Mary Poppins, a legendary nanny. Not only is this woman timelessly beautiful, but she is also extremely talented. Besides acting and doing voiceover work, did you know she’s also writing children’s books?
JULIE ANDREWS, 83 YEARS OLD
BOB BARKER, 94 YEARS OLD
Bob Barker was never without charm and personality. These are the things that made the TV figure, in the first place, such a good game show host! Due mainly to health problems, he has now retired.
BOB BARKER, 94 YEARS OLD
DIAHANN CARROLL, 83 YEARS OLD
In her very own television show, Diahann Carroll became known as the first non-white actress to star. She also survived breast cancer, aside from starring in Julia! To so many individuals out there she is an inspiration.
DIAHANN CARROLL, 83 YEARS OLD
DEBBIE HARRY, 73 YEARS OLD
The lead vocalist of Blondie, Debbie Harry, is not only a great singer-songwriter but a talented actress and model as well. Although she’s 73 years old now she still hasn’t shown us any interest in quitting.
DEBBIE HARRY, 73 YEARS OLD
SALLY FIELD, 71 YEARS OLD
Another senior American actress who has probably figured out how to stop aging is Sally Field. When she appeared in Gidget, we all got to know her. Despite her current age, she keeps on acting.
SALLY FIELD, 71 YEARS OLD
OLIVIA DE HAVILLAND, 102 YEARS OLD
When she appeared in Gone with the Wind, Olivia De Havilland shot to stardom. She and Errol Flynn also had a love team together. The actress has a star on the Walk of Fame in Hollywood!
OLIVIA DE HAVILLAND, 102 YEARS OLD
CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER, 88 YEARS OLD
Christopher Plummer will always be Captain Von Trapp to us. The actor has a career that now spans sixty years. Even if he’s almost 90 years old by now, he continues to act in this day and age.
CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER, 88 YEARS OLD
LONI ANDERSON, 73 YEARS OLD
The actress who portrayed Jennifer Marlowe on WKRP in Cincinnati was Loni Anderson. For her appearance on the show, she has three Golden Globe awards. Her former marriage to actor Burt Reynolds was once widely publicized.
LONI ANDERSON, 73 YEARS OLD
ALI MACGRAW, 79 YEARS OLD
Ali MacGraw is an author, actress, and model who is best known for starring opposite Ryan O’Neal in Love Story. It was a role for her that opened many avenues. Even though she’s 79, she’s still stunning.
ALI MACGRAW, 79 YEARS OLD
ROBERT FULLER, 85 YEARS OLD
Probably the biggest actor the Western genre has ever seen is Robert Fuller. Over the course of his career, the actor appeared in different shows and films. He’s still such a handsome and charming guy.
ROBERT FULLER, 85 YEARS OLD
BERN NADETTE STANIS (THELMA), 64 YEARS OLD
When Bern Nadette Stanis appeared in Good Times, she started on the path to fame and stardom. She starred in several other TV shows after that as well. On top of that, she has penned four books.
BERN NADETTE STANIS (THELMA), 64 YEARS OLD
TIPPI HEDREN, 88 YEARS OLD
If you know who Tippi Hedren is because of her appearance in The Birds, there is a good chance that it is. It is also possible, however, that you know her as Melanie Griffiths’ mother instead.
TIPPI HEDREN, 88 YEARS OLD
LEE MAJORS, 79 YEARS OLD
By starring over the years in various television and film projects, Lee Majors made a name for himself. He was also known for his relationship with Farrah Fawcett. They got married but later divorced.
LEE MAJORS, 79 YEARS OLD
PRISCILLA PRESLEY, 73 YEARS OLD
When the King of Rock and Roll fell in love with Priscilla Presley, she was only a teenager. She went into show business later and became an actress. Together, she and Elvis have a daughter called Lisa Marie.
PRISCILLA PRESLEY, 73 YEARS OLD