CELEBS WHO HAVE LIVED AMAZING LIVES AND THEY AREN’T DONE LIVING YET
Jane Withers – 95, $5million
Here’s another celeb you may have thought was gone. Jane Withers is 92 but she is still going strong. The former child actress, model, and singer was huge during the ’30s and the ’40s which resulted in her being honored with a Former Child Star Lifetime Achievement Award. After she divorced her first husband, film producer William Moss, in 1955, she married Kenneth Errair who later died in a plane crash in 1968. At least Jane has enough money to afford home care so she doesn’t have to spend her last years in a retirement home.
Melissa Sue Anderson, Age 58 – Little House on the Prairie
Melissa Sue Anderson started her professional career in television commercials and making guest appearances on shows before getting her dream role as Mary Ingalls on Little House on the Prairie, the role she is best known for. According to Anderson, it was the highlight of her career.
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After her successful eight-year stint on the hit show, Anderson continued to act but was unable to follow up on her initial success. She has made notable appearances in Happy Birthday to Me, 10.5: Apocalypse, and The Equalizer. Despite retiring in 2002, Anderson made a brief appearance in The Con Is On (2018). Today, she devotes most of her time to family and kids.
Shirley Anne Field, Age 85 – Saturday Night and Sunday Morning
One of the most esteemed British actresses, Shirley Anne Field, began her career as a photo model to pay for her education while also playing brief roles in films. Her modeling gigs caught the attention of a talent agency, and she was cast in Tony Richardson’s The Entertainer, playing Tina the Beauty Queen. Very soon, she would find her face plastered over billboards and film promos in city squares.
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Field is best known for her performances in Peeping Tom, Wild for Kicks, Saturday Night and Sunday Morning, and The Damned. Today, she is more interested in British theater and Broadway, having appeared in 2017’s A Judgement in Stone.
Lauren Chapin, Age 76 – Father Knows Best
Born in 1945, Lauren Chapin was a child actor known and loved for her role as Kathy “Kitten” Anderson, the youngest sibling on the 1950 hit television show Father Knows Best.
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Following the end of her sitcom in 1960, Chapin’s life took a turn for the worst, and she struggled with substance abuse and domestic financial disputes. Her court cases with her mother, coupled with her controversial habits, led Chapin to bankruptcy. To make ends meet, she was forced to become a female escort and was subsequently jailed. Today, Chapin has a $6-million fortune, made a full recovery, and has found solace in faith and religion.
Ron Howard, Age 67 – The Andy Griffith Show
One of the most acclaimed directors of our generation, Ron Howard, comes from a family with a rich acting heritage. Not only did his parents themselves enjoy the Hollywood spotlight, his two daughters, Paige and Bryce, are also successful showbiz actors.
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Howard hit the jackpot with one of his earliest acting gigs on the popular 1954 television series The Andy Griffith Show as Opie Taylor. After making his directorial debut in Grand Theft Auto in 1977, Howard has gone on to direct blockbusters like A Beautiful Mind, Apollo 13, and Frost/Nixon. Howard and his brother Clint are set to release their memoir The Boy: A Memoir of Hollywood and Family.
Kathleen Hughes, Age 92 – Revenge
The blonde-haired beauty was born in Hollywood, California, as Elizabeth Margaret von Gerkan, better known by her professional name Kathleen Hughes. Having caught the acting bug from watching movies, she worked with major film studios like 20th Century Fox and Universal Studios during her illustrious career.
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After making her acting debut in 1948, Hughes gave memorable performances in movies like Revenge, For Men Only, and Telephone time. Although she has not worked in Hollywood for over two decades, her 2018 short movie Swamp Women Kissing Booth gives us hope of a Kathleen Hughes comeback.
Donna Martell, Age 93 – Grace Kelly
Born in Los Angeles, California, Donna Martell was recommended to a talent agency by a fellow student while studying at Los Angeles City College. She made her acting debut in 1947 in the western-themed movie Apache Rose, which earned her a contract with Universal-International.
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During the ‘50, Martell pivoted to become a freelance actor and shifted her focus on television shows, appearing in popular productions like Cavalcade of America and Cheyenne. Apart from her return in the 1983 television film Grace Kelly, Martell retired from acting in the early ‘60s for unspecified reasons and has stayed away from the spotlight ever since.
Maureen McCormick, Age 64 – The Brady Bunch
An acclaimed American actress, author, and musician, Maureen McCormick rose to fame following her role as Marcia Brady on ABC’s popular ‘70s TV series The Brady Bunch. Along with her solo album, When You Get a Little Lonely, McCormick also released four additional albums in collaboration with her Brady Bunch Cast.
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After the end of her popular show, McCormick fell prey to substance abuse but persevered, eventually overcoming her shortcomings in life. She is also credited with performances in popular movies like Teen Angel and Aileron. McCormick is gearing up to make appearances in the series Tamaron Hill and the documentary, Frozen in Time.
Chevy Chase, Age 77 – National Lampoon
Actor and Comedian Cornelius Crane Chase, better known as Chevy Chase, has enjoyed a long showbiz career after making his proper debut in the 1971 series The Great American Dream Machine. Chase got his big break a few years down the line, with a leading role as Tony Carlson in the mystery-comedy Foul Play.
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Over the years, Chase has given memorable performances in films like National Lampoon’s Vacation, Caddyshack and Three Amigos, along with a long stint in the hit television series Community. Chase will return with his comedic prowess in Frank Peluso’s upcoming comedy flick, The Ogvily Fortune.
Collin Chou, Age 53 – The Forbidden Kingdom
Taiwanese actor Collin Chou was born in Kaohsiung City, located by the southern bay of Taiwan. His parents named him Hsiao-Lung Chou, but he later changed it to Sing Ngai when making his acting debut as Chopin in the 1987 film Promising Young Boy.
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In the early ‘00s, he changed his name again to Collin Chou before appearing in his breakout role as Seraph in the 2003 action flick The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions. In 2008, he gave one of his most memorable performances to date as Jade Warlord in The Forbidden Kingdom. Chou’s upcoming movies include the martial arts action movie Crazy Fist and Nezha (Life as Lotus).
Judd Hirsch, Age 86 – Taxi
During his 50 years in showbiz, Judd Seymore Hirsch has proved his mettle as a film, television, and stage actor. After studying acting at HB Studio in New York City, he made his film debut in 1971 as an extra in Jump.
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Hirsch found his footing in Hollywood after a masterful performance as Alex Reiger during his six-season-tenure starring in the television series Taxi. He has also appeared in blockbusters like Independence Day, A Beautiful Mind, and Ordinary People. In 2021, Hirsch is starring as the lead in the Marvin Samel-directed family film iMordecai.
Liza Minelli, Age 75 – Cabaret
Renowned for her role as Sally Bowles in the 1972 classic Cabaret, Liza May Minelli was born to famous parents who were in the showbiz industry themselves. Although she was interested in ice skating as a youngster, her appearance in a 1963 musical Best Foot Forward allowed Minelli to appear on talk shows and kick-started her acting and musical career.
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Minelli is one of the select few performers with an EGOT. After her Academy Award-winning performance in Cabaret, she went on to win an Emmy for Liza with a Z. Minelli is currently busy filming her upcoming documentaries Broadway: The Next Generation and Song of the Century.
Al Roker, Age 66 – The Today Show
Legendary weather forecaster and anchor Al Roker might describe himself as ‘nothing special’ and ‘goofy-looking,’ but his impressive resume paints an entirely different picture altogether. Renowned for his skills as the weathercaster on NBC’s Today Show, Roker battled obesity during his early career, which also had an adverse impact on his married life.
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Along with the Al Roker Show, he is also credited with notable on-screen appearances in films like Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, Robots, and The Big Year. After producing four movies and documentaries in 2020, Roker is busy as a weatherman on NBC’s Today show, while also corresponding on NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt.
JOHN DALY, AGE 55 – PGA TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP
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Professional golfer John Daly is still at it at 55, continuously making a statement on the course. In May 2021, he made the headlines again after being spotted with a cigarette in his mouth while hitting a ball at the PGA Championship. He was also seen with a cup of Diet Coke at seven in the morning during the competition. In September 2020, Daly revealed that he was diagnosed with bladder cancer and had since undergone a procedure. This health problem, which he thought was only kidney stones, caused the legendary athlete to back out from the 2020 Charles Schwab Series.
ROBERT WAGNER, AGE 91 – NCIS
Starring in TV shows like “Hart to Hart” and “It Takes a Thief” earned Robert Wagner notoriety in the industry. On the big screen, you might have seen him in the trilogy of “Austin Powers” films or ” The Concorde … Airport ’79.” He gained renewed attention in his later roles as Teddy Leopold in “Two and a Half Men” from 2007 to 2008 and Anthony DiNozzo Sr. in “NCIS” from 2010 to 2019.
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While he hasn’t taken any acting roles of late, we saw him in the 2021 video documentary “Forever Doris.” Away from the screen, Wagner lives with his wife Jill St. John in Aspen Colorado. They constructed their home in 1995 but also maintain a Los Angeles condo.
Susan Dey, Age 68 – The Partridge Family
Best known for her portrayal of Laurie Partridge on the family sitcom The Partridge Family, Susan Hallock Dey started her career as a model before landing her role as Laurie at the age of 17. She made her film debut in a minor role as a passenger on a hijacked airplane in 1972’ Skyjacked.
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The Gloden Globe AWard-winning actress found success after starring in L.A. Law in 1986, playing as Grace Owen on the drama series until 1992. Her other notable film credits also include the 1981 sci-fi thriller Looker and L.A. Law: The Movie. In 2020, she appeared on an episode of the television series Stars in the House.
Robby Benson, Age 66 – One On One
Robin David Segal is credited as Robby Benson in his work as a composer, singer, and actor. He made his way under the spotlight in the ’70s when appearances in movies like “One on One” and “Ice Castles” made him a teen idol. Benson is still hard at work with his acting chops displayed in the 2019 film “A Feeling of Home.”
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Off of the screen, Benson has written a novel, and in 2012 he released his memoir “I’m Not Dead…” The 1974 Golden Globe nominee is also credited for composing songs like “We Are Not Alone,” which featured as a soundtrack on “The Breakfast Club.” Throughout his pursuits, he has the support of his wife, Karla DeVito, and their two children.
Daryl Hannah, Age 60 – Kill Bill
Daryl Hannah was a movie geek as a child and always aspired to be an actress herself. This dream was realized in 1978 when she was cast as Pam in Brian De Palma’s horror flick, The Fury.
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Hannah shot to stardom following her masterful performances in subsequent movies like Splash, Roxanne, Blade Runner, and Kill Bill. Apart from her showbiz career, she is also an animal and human rights activist and an environmentalist. In 2021, Hannah will play Flora in Jeff Espanol’s thriller The American Connection.
Don Johnson, Age 71 – Miami Vice
Still remembered and revered almost three decades later for his memorable portrayal of Detective James Crockett in the ‘80s blockbuster hit series Miami Vice, Donnie Wayne Johnson is not only a successful actor, director, and producer but also an acclaimed singer and songwriter.
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After his 1970 debut in The Magic Garden of Stanley Sweetheart, Johnson has contributed to countless popular films and movies, including Django Unchained, Knives Out, and A Boy and His Dog Vic. In 2021, Johnson is busy producing and acting in his new television movie Nash Bridges while also filming Rebel Ridge and Shriver.
Robert De Niro, Age 77 – The Godfather
With commanding performances in big-screen masterpieces like The Godfather, Goodfellas, The Irishman, Casino, Heat, and Raging Bull, there is little doubt Robert De Niro is one of the greatest acting legends of our generation.
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When he was 16, De Niro dropped out of school to pursue acting and started out in Broadway plays. In 1969, he appeared in his first movie, The Wedding Party. He got his big break with a masterful performance in the 1973 Bang The Drum Slowly, and Hollywood began to take notice. The two-time Oscar winner is currently working on multiple films, including Armageddon Time, After Exile, and Killers of the Flower Moon.
Samuel L. Jackson, Age 72 – Pulp Fiction
With more than 150 movies to his name, Samuel Leroy Jackson is one of the highest-grossing actors in showbiz today, with his films grossing more than $16.7 billion on the box office. After his graduation in 1972, Jackson moved to New York City where he took part in many stage plays, however, he later developed cocaine addiction which cut his Broadway career short.
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Jackson’s career took off following his collaborations with directors like Quentin Tarantino and Spike Lee in action movies like Pulp Fiction, Jungle Fever, Django Unchained, and Snakes on A Plane. Jackson will reprise his Marvel character Nick Fury in the 2021 premiere of the television series Secret Invasion.
Steven Seagal, Age 70 – Under Siege
Before becoming the fearless on-screen kickboxing, gun-wielding, martial arts alpha male that we all know and love him for, Steven Seagal was actually an English professor and martial arts instructor. After choreographing fight scenes in action movies for stars like Sean Connery, Seagal was drawn towards the roles himself.
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After returning to the United States, Seagal brought his talents to the big screen in his late ‘80s debut Above the Law, followed by Hard to Kill and Under Siege. He also made his directorial debut in 1994 with the movie On Deadly Ground. Seagal is set to make a comeback as Niko in the hotly anticipated sequel Above the Law 2.
Nancy Kovack, Age 87 – Jason and the Argonauts
Born in Flint, Michigan, Nancy Kovack was a stunningly beautiful actress during her prime. By the time she graduated from the University of Michigan, she had already won eight beauty pageants at the age of 20. She made her acting debut in a brief appearance on Glea Girls.
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After her debut, Kovak played relatively significant parts in the 1950 game show, Beat the Clock, followed by Today and The Dave Garroway Show. She has given her most famous performances in productions like Star Trek, Batman, Frank and Johnny, and The Silencers. At age 86, Kovak is enjoying her well-deserved and much-needed retirement.
Kathleen Turner, Age 68 – Romancing The Stone
Mary Kathleen Turner gained fame and stardom in the ‘80s due to her stunning features, intellect, and on-screen prowess. She started off in theater and Broadway, giving noteworthy performances in Cat On a Hot Tin Roof and Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? before moving on to make her Hollywood debut.
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After working on the small screen for a few years, Turner made her big-screen debut in 1981 with Body Heat. Her most popular films to date include Romancing the Stone, Peggy Sue Got Married, Serial Mom, and The War of the Roses. In 2021, Turner is starring in the third season of Chuck Lorre’s The Kominsky Method as Ruth as of 2021.
Margaret Kerry, Age 93 – Canon City
Born in Los Angeles, California, Margaret Kerry started acting while still studying in school. After her acting debut in 1935, Kerry appeared in several short films and won a contract from RKO. After graduating from Los Angeles City College, Kerry left RKO and signed with 20th Century Fox as an actor, performer, and co-host.
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Kerry gave her most significant performances in the late ‘40s and early ‘50s in productions like Canon City, The Long Ranger, Clutch Cargo, and If You Knew Susie. In 2016, Kerry released her biography, titled Tinker Bell Talk: Tales of a Pixie Dusted Life.
Cher, Age 76 – Moonstruck
Born as Cherilyn Sarkisian El Centro, Cher is a legendary singer and actress who rose to fame as a part of the pop duo Sonny & Cher when their single I Got You Babe topped the charts.
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After branching out with her successful solo career, Cher made her film debut in the 1980s with movies like Silkwood and Mask. Her most notable performances on the screen came in productions like Burlesque, Mermaids, and Moonstruck, which won her an Academy Award. Her documentary Cher and the Loneliest Elephant is expected to release in April 2021.
Mickey Rourke, Age 70 – The Wrestler
Mickey Rourke’s Hollywood career is a story of setbacks, followed by comebacks—a tale of adversity and defiance and rags to riches. Growing up in a troubled household, Rourke found solace in boxing and fighting, but a sporting injury, however, led to his acting debut in a short 1976 film Love in the Hamptons.
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After years as a struggling actor, Rourke hit the jackpot with the 1986 movie 9 ½ weeks and followed up with cult classics like Sin City, The Wrestler, Angel Heart, and Iron Man 2. Rourke has several movies currently in the works, including The Commando, Warhunt, Man of God, and 3 Days Rising.
Bob Odenkirk – 59
By 2015, nobody doubted that Bob Odenkirk was among the best American actors around. He was fabulous in the award-winning drama “Nebraska” and perfect in the role of ‘Saul Goodman’ in “Breaking Bad.” But once ‘Goodman’ was given his own series—titled “Better Call Saul”—Odenkirk proved that his best was yet to come.
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From 2015 to 2022, Odenkirk portrayed the character of ‘Jimmy McGill/Saul Goodman’ to perfection and delivered a long-running performance that landed him nominations for the Emmys and the admiration of his peers. With a lot left to give, Odenkirk started his acting career in 1987 and appeared in over 40 movies and series.
Mark Margolis – 82
Most people would know the American actor Mark Margolis for his appearance in “Scarface,” arguably one of the most popular movies of all time. However, Margolis is far from being a one-trick pony; to younger viewers, he will always be remembered for his role as ‘Hector Salamanca’ in “Breaking Bad” and “Better Call Saul.” To movie buffs, he is mainly recognized for his recurring features in Darren Aronofsky films such as “Pi” and “Requiem for a Dream.”
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Even though he has appeared in over 160 productions since the late ’50s, Margolis remains active today and has starred in the 2022 thriller “Broken Soldier.”
Bryan Cranston – 66
The award-winning American actor Bryan Cranston was first popularized for his role as ‘Hal’ in “Malcolm in the Middle.” He was perfect as a petty, unsatisfied “normal dad,” but he still had a lot to give. Always an acclaimed TV actor, Cranston only reached his full potential when he was cast to play the titular character of AMC’s “Breaking Bad.”
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As ‘Walter White,’ Cranston inspired a generation of viewers and proved to be more than just a good comedy actor. Following his AMC success, this still-active fan-favorite landed roles in productions such as “Argo,” “Trumbo,” and the “Breaking Bad” spin-off “Better Call Saul.”
Winona Ryder – 50
Born in Winona, Minnesota, and named after her native town, Winona Ryder is a popular American actress who’s been active since 1986. She found fame early in her career by appearing in the comedy-drama “Lucas,” the Tim Burton classic “Beetlejuice,” and Jerry Lee Lewis’s biopic “Great Balls of Fire.” Still active, she’s now best known for her portrayal of ‘Joyce Byers’ in Netflix’s “Stranger Things.”
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Because she chooses her projects very carefully, Ryder has appeared in just a handful of movies and shows in recent years, but they all proved worthy: she was perfect in the 2020 mini-series “The Plot Against America” and the 2022 thriller “Gone in the Night.”
Jay Kay – 52, $70 Million
Jamiroquai vocalist Jay Kay, famous for his headgear and costumes, and his band were catapulted to stardom following the release of their third album “Travelling Without Moving.” The track “Virtual Insanity,” which was part of the album, earned the group MTV Video Music Awards and a Grammy Award.
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Kay achieved immense success with the group, so much so that he now sits atop a $70-million fortune. Nowadays, the musician continues to live in the Jamiroquai phase, often sharing throwback videos of the band. In 2022, he announced the release of the “Travelling Without Moving” vinyl in celebration of its 25th anniversary.
Julian Lennon – 59, $50 Million
The English singer-songwriter Julian Lennon is the son of the late “The Beatles” member John Lennon. Like his father, he decided to follow a career in music, and he’s found relative success as a pop-rock singer-songwriter. Even before he was a grown-up man, Julian was already part of the history of music; after all, he inspired songs as seminal as “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds,” “Good Night,” and “Hey Jude.”
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In addition to being a musician, Julian is a philanthropist and photographer. He’s collected a net worth of $50 million over the years, with a reported half coming from his late father’s estate.
Lulu – 73, $30 Million
Few people think ‘music diva’ when they think of Scotland. However, the land of the kilt and the bagpipe gave us one of the most remarkable all-around show-biz stars of the 20th century: the uncanny Lulu! A triple threat, Lulu was and still is successful working as a recording and live performing artist, actress, and TV personality. She’s worked as a judge in the hit reality show “RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.”
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Some of her best-known hits include the song “To Sir with Love” (inspired by the same-titled Sidney Poitier movie), the James Bond theme “The Man with the Golden Gun,” and the Eurovision tune “Boom Bang-a-Bang.”
David McCallum – 88, $15 Million
David Mccallum (born September 19, 1933) is a British actor and musician. He gained recognition in the ’60s in the TV series “The Man from U.N.C.L.E.” His depiction of NCIS medical examiner Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard in the TV series “NCIS” has brought him considerable international fame and recognition.
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Along with John Leyton and William Russell, he is among the few surviving actors from the 1963 classic “The Great Escape.” He generally works as a voice actor, and he voiced the documentary “D-Day at Pointe-du-Hoc” in 2019.
Nigel Havers – 70, $5 Million
Nigel Havers is a British actor who has had some roles in pretty significant films over the years. These include playing Lord Andrew Lindsay in the iconic movie “Chariots of Fire” and another role as Dr. Rawlins in the Steven Spielberg classic “Empire of the Sun.”
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He isn’t just a film actor and has dabbled in TV with several notable roles. One of those is playing the character Tom Latimer in the comedy series “Don’t Wait Up.” He also spent ten years intermittently playing the character Lewis Archer in “Coronation Street” from 2009 to 2019. From 2017 to 2022, he also had a role in a series called “Better Things.”
SUSAN TULLY – 54, UNDISCLOSED NET WORTH
Susan Tully will forever be remembered as the original actress who played the iconic role of Michelle Fowler in “EastEnders.” She developed a passion for acting during high school and later joined the Anna Scher children’s theatre to hone her acting skills.
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Tully broke quite a few hearts in 1995 when she left the Square, and although her character Michelle Fowler did make a comeback in 2017, it was with another actress reprising the role. Now, Tully has taken a step back from acting and is active behind the lens as a director. In 2021, she directed three episodes of her ITV psychological thriller “Too Close.”
David Attenborough – 95, $35 Million
David Attenborough is now in his 90s and is known for being a successful British broadcaster and a naturalist. He is a recognized personality from the natural history department of BBC. People love seeing him in the different documentaries he appears in that are all about Earth’s animals and plants.
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Attenborough has also made some big bucks through his career as an author, and so far, he has released over twenty books already. For certain, his projects are always on point. He was awarded once again in 2019 when he received the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Narrator.
Shirley Bassey – 84, $10million
Welsh singer Shirley Bassey may not have been a Bond girl but she is associated with famous film hero, James Bond. This is because she recorded 3 of hit theme songs of the film, and James Bond films are known to feature a relevant artist of the time, in their title songs. These three songs are Goldfinger, Diamonds are Forever, and Moonraker.
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Queen Elizabeth II awarded her Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) status in 1999, because of her services to entertainment, which is why the legendary singer, who still performs to this day, is now called Shirley Bassey.
Anthony Hopkins – 83, $160million
As cinema lovers, we all should be thankful to Hollywood for giving us talents who entertain us with their stellar on-screen performances. Anthony Hopkins is one such actor who has been a regular in the film industry since the 1970s.
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Some of his exceptional works include The Remains of the Day, Amistad, and The Silence of the Lambs, through which the audience witnessed his versatility. It’s a fact that no one can escape the ageing process and although Hopkins is old now, it has not affected his career as he still finds him busy filming for TV shows and movies.
Nina Hartley – 62, $6 Million
Marie Louise Hartman, better known by her professional alias Nina Hartley, is an educator, feminist, and adult film actress. A former registered nurse, she advocates for free speech and positivity in the realms of physical intimacy. She starred in several “Debbie Does” films and took the director’s seat for “Nina Hartley’s Book of Love.”
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As a member of the Woodhull Freedom Foundation, she supports socialist activism efforts. In the mainstream circles, she appeared in the 1997 movie “Boogie Nights” and was featured in the 2016 Amazon award-winning documentary “Sticky: A (Self) Love Story.” As of 2021, she remains an active adult film actress.
Gary Dourdan – 55, $500K
Playing the part of Warrick Brown in “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” propelled Gary Dourdan to further heights of fame. “A Different World” gave him his first claim to fame when portraying Shazza Zulu. Dourdan is still involved in the industry, and in 2021 you might have seen him in shows like “First Wives Club” and “The Last O.G.”
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Also a music video star, he has worked with artists like Cypress Hill and Janet Jackson. He also lent his vocals to the “CSI” and “Alien: Resurrection” video game titles. He is equally known for his love for classic vehicles and was even featured on “Street Customs.”
Naomi Judd – 76, $25 Million
Alongside her daughter Wynonna, Naomi Judd had the honors of becoming a Country Hall of Fame inductee in 2021. The pair form the highly successful musical act the Judds, and they have five Grammy Awards to their name. Judd also received a Grammy for penning the hit single “Love Can Build a Bridge.”
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Their musical collaboration came to an end, and Judd continued acting as well as gracing several reality shows. Her daughter Ashley is equally a big name in the entertainment industry. Judd has been married to Larry Strickland, her second husband, since 1989. The couple participated in the Fox Broadcasting show “My Kitchen Rules.”
PAM ST CLEMENT – 79, UNDISCLOSED NET WORTH
Before she decided to hang up her earrings in 2016, Pamela Clements had delighted us for some 25 years as Pat Butcher in “EastEnders.” After starting her career during the ’70s, Clements worked extensively in films, television, and on stage but has largely stayed out of the limelight since her “EastEnders” exit.
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Since then, she has only appeared in a handful of acting projects like “Casualty” and “Loose Women” because she has been spending most of her time doing charity and community service work for organizations like the RSPCA and the Global Wildlife Fund. In 2021, an artist paid tribute to Clement by painting a giant mural of her “EastEnders” character in Brum.
RUTH BUZZI – 85, $20 MILLION
Although she has only worked on a handful of projects since her exit from “Sesame Street” in 2006, Ruth Ann Buzzi did star in John Schneider’s drama “One Month Out” in 2021. During her formative years, the Westerly, Rhode Island native learned how to perform in front of large crowds after working as a cheerleader in school.
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She then enrolled at the Pasadena Playhouse for the Performing Arts before making her acting debut and playing memorable characters in “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In” from 1967 to 1973. Her time on “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In” proved to be the highlight of Buzzi’s performing career, playing a wide range of characters from female escorts to a deadpan older woman.
TIM MATHESON – 73, $7 MILLION
Tim Matheson used his irresistible American charm and combined it with his handsome features to make it in showbiz. He started acting at the tender age of 14, and almost six decades later, he is still actively involved in the film business, although he now spends more time behind the camera as a director.
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During his acting career, Matheson has starred in some 45 movies and more than 50 television productions and has also transitioned to directing episodes for programs like “Criminal Minds” and “Burn Notice.” After directing the second season of “Virgin River” in 2020, he returned to star in the Netflix series’ third season in 2021.
Elizabeth II – 95, $600 Million
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Elizabeth II is the United Kingdom’s longest-reigning Queen who is still very much alive at her age of 92 years old. She has been the Queen for more than six decades and is the first person in the British monarchy to achieve a Sapphire Jubilee.
Her fortune as of today is estimated to be at a whopping $600 million so you can only imagine how big of an inheritance her heirs would be getting. A couple of years ago, it was reported that the Queen doesn’t want to abdicate, despite her age, but in 2020 it was announced that Prince Charles would take on some of her royal duties due to her age.
Michael Gambon – 80, $15 Million
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Michael Gambon has had such an amazing career both on stage and in front of a camera that he even managed to be Knighted back in 1998! Even though he is no longer acting on stage due to his memory loss ever since 2015, he still gets his camera time. In 2019, he played Bernard Delfontin in the movie called Judy. Michael has undertaken many incredible roles, like the one of Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter movies. He has also appeared in a number of other movies like The Cook, The Thief, His Wife & Her Lover, and Gosford Park.
Glynis Johns – 97, $16million
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You may have forgotten all about Glynis Johns but this talented actress, dancer, and pianist is still alive and enjoying her retirement. Glynis appeared in the musical A Little Night Music and won a Tony award for her performance. She also starred in the musical box office hit Mary Poppins and her last known role was in the 1999 film Superstar. Her only son, Gareth Forwood, died in 2007. He was also an actor just like his mother.
Engelbert Humperdinck – 85, $180million
Although singer Engelbert Humperdinck is British, the universal language of music made him popular all-over the world, even in America. Some of his famous hits are Release Me, The Last Waltz, After the Lovin, and This Moment in Time. The singer is also known to cover some of the greatest hits of legendary singers. Ever the performer, he still sings and tours today and even released an album in 2017.
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Because of his non-stop touring and album releases, as well as multiple real-estate investments, Humperdinck’s net worth is reportedly at $150 million today, at the age of 82
Angela Lansbury – 95, $70 Million
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Angela Lansbury has earned quite a fortune in her bank account, thanks to her success as an actress. She’s been successful on Broadway, TV, and the big screen. Her most notable roles were in productions like The King and I and Sweeney Todd. She has won a total of six Golden Globe awards and five Tony awards to date. Lansbury is 92 years old now and she is reportedly going to appear in the upcoming Mary Poppins Returns movie.
Christopher Walken – 78, $50 Million
Christopher Walken is one of the finest actors to have ever graced our screens and is seen as a living legend. He won the Academy Award for 1978’s The Deer Hunter and has been acting consistently ever since.
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Not many know this, but Christopher Walken comes from a family of bakers. Because of his immigrant parents, he grew up on a diet of German and Scottish food such as oxtail soup. He actually prefers cooking to eat out and will cook anything from Mexican to Thai dishes. He stays away from sweet things though because of his youth surrounded by it. He is against guns and hunting in any sort of manner. His latest acting credit was 2018’s Netflix movie Irreplaceable You.
Marion Ross – 92, $10million
Marion Ross’ career may have been focused on television when she was older, but let’s not forget she is still one of the last remaining stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age, having worked with legendary stars like Ginger Rogers, William Holden, James Stewart, Audrey Hepburn, and Humphrey Bogart among others.
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However it really cannot be denied that she is best remembered today as Marion Cunningham or Mrs. C, Richard Cunningham’s mother, in the ABC TV sitcom Happy Days.
Clint Eastwood – 90, $375million
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Speaking of the richest actors, Clint Eastwood’s fortune is estimated at $375 million so there’s no way that this guy will ever go bankrupt. The 88-year-old actor and filmmaker has truly made a name for himself and became a living legend. He gained fame with roles in the Dollars trilogy, The Man with No Name, Dirty Harry, and more. Many consider him a cultural icon of masculinity and he has definitely earned that status. He has directed many movies including some that he didn’t star in.
JENNA JAMESON – 47, $5 MILLION
Before entering the world of adult entertainment, actress Jenna Jameson first pursued ballet and modeling. Eventually, she found immense fame after she posed for men’s magazines, including Penthouse and High Society. At the height of her career, the blonde stunner also received acting offers.
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Jameson, who opened up about her fling with Marilyn Manson in 2021, has also become sort of an influencer who promotes the Ketogenic Diet on her Instagram. The former adult performer credits the controversial program for helping her lose weight after first starting her journey in 2018.
CASSANDRA PETERSON – 70, $3 MILLION
In September 2021, Cassandra Peterson, known for playing the titular character in “Elvira: Mistress of the Dark,” made headlines due to her secret relationship with Teresa Wierson, a trainer she met at a gym in the ’00s. The actress revealed they’d been together for 19 years, only divulging things recently out of fear that her fans wouldn’t love her anymore.
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Although Peterson is recognized as Elvira, she has a long list of acting and voice-acting credits. She voiced several characters in the show “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” and “Dota: Dragon’s Blood.”
Bo Derek – 64, $50 Million
American actress/model Bo Derek is now living a much more peaceful life. She works occasionally as an actress while enjoying the company of her partner, American actor/Country music singer John Corbett. Derek, who used to have a powerful effect on men, was introduced to the public with the adventurous romantic comedy 10.
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Not always fully clothed, she continued enjoying success during the ’80s, appearing in movies such as Tarzan, the Ape Man, Bolero, Fantasies, and Ghosts Can’t Do It. Her latest major film appearance happened in 2018, with the horror/comedy flick The Last Sharknado: It’s About Time.
Ann-Margret – 80, $20 Million
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Ann-Margret is an established actress who was a very in-demand name back in the 1960s. She is most known for movies like Carnal Knowledge, Bye Bye Birdie, and The Cincinnati Kid. She is already 77 years old today but she has no plans of entering retirement anytime soon; in fact, she is filming for a new movie entitled Welcome To Pine Grove!. She was married to actor Roger Smith up until his death back in 2017.
Robert Wagner – 91, $20 Million
It may appear difficult to grasp, but it’s true, Robert Wagner is now 91 years old. Most people from the recent generations may know him for playing Anthony DiNozzo Sr. in NCIS between 2010 and 2019. However, he has been in the industry since 1950, which was when he made his uncredited debut on The Happy Years.
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Some of Wagner’s other notable works over the years are Switch, Hart to Hart, Two and a Half Men, and the Austin Powers trilogy. Even though he’s made a fortune of $20 million through decades of work, he doesn’t seem to be quite ready to retire just yet.
Connie Stevens – 83, $50 Million
Connie Stevens has $50 million to her name today, and her acting career that dates back to the late ’50s is a significant contributor to her riches. It was in 1957 when she made her feature film debut in Young and Dangerous. She then came out with her debut album titled Concetta a year after.
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After Jerry Lewis cast her in the musical comedy Rock-A-Bye Baby, it didn’t take long for Warner Brothers to sign her. She’s also become notable for playing Cricket Blake on Hawaiian Eye between 1959 and 1963. The last time saw the 83-year-old star on screen was in the 2019 film By the Rivers of Babylon.
Sam Elliott – 76, $10 Million
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Not many mature male actors quite have the appeal as Sam Elliott. With his good looks, deep voice and great acting skills, he has attracted many fans over the years – especially women! He has been in a great array of movies such as 1985’s Mask with Cher, 1989’s Road House with the late Patrick Swayze, 1993’s Tombstone with Kurt Russell, 1998’s The Big Lebowski and many more . He was nominated for an Academy Award in 2019 for the latest rendition of first-time-director Bradley Cooper’s stellar movie A Star Is Born. He is still in demand as an actor at the ripe old age of 74!
Sophia Loren – 86, $75million
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She is remembered as one of the biggest and most attractive movie stars of her time. The Italian actress and singer Sophia Loren is 85 now but she still retains some of her beauty and grace. She is most famous for her roles in The Pride and the Passion, Houseboat, and Two Women, which brought her an Academy Award for Best Actress in 1962. She was also nominated for an Oscar for her role in Marriage Italian Style. Sophia has not officially retired yet and has a net worth of $75 million.
Leslie Caron – 89, $10million
The actress and dancer Leslie Caron appeared in about 45 films until 2003. She rose to stardom thanks to musicals such as An American in Paris, Lili, Daddy Long Legs, and movies like Fanny and The L-Shaped Room.
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Apart from her acting career, the 87-year old also owned a hotel and restaurant about 100 miles from Paris. The Franco-American star decided to leave Paris and move to England in 2013. She divorced her third husband in 1980 and she’s stayed single since then. She has two children, a son, who works as a producer, and a daughter, who is an actress.
Mickey Kuhn – 88, $18million
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Mickey Kuhn was a child star that had the fortune to be part of one of the most iconic films of its era. He played the part of Beau Wilkes in Gone With The Wind, a role that would immortalize his contributions to the silver screen forever. He’s one of the few remaining survivors from the cast as most of them have passed away. He was part of a few other projects after this film but didn’t continue a career in the entertainment industry for long. He currently lives in Florida and often volunteers at a local hospital, despite his age.
Cora Sue Collins – 94, $46.7 Million
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Back in the 1930s, Cora Sue Collins was a very young child star who rose to fame, thanks to her role in The Unexpected Father. She is also known for her roles in movies like All This, and Heaven Too, Anna Karenina, and Queen Christina. Unexpectedly, as profitable as her paychecks must have been, she opted to retire at just 18 years old. Her last ever role in her career was in the movie Week-End at the Waldorf.
Arlene Dahl – 95, $6 Million
Arlene Dahl rose to stardom when she signed a contract with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. She landed the lead role in 1948’s The Bride Goes Wild and went on to appear in a number of movies in the next few years as a lead actress.
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By the ’70s, Arlene became a director of a beauty product line with $750K in annual earnings. She later faced some financial difficulties and even declared bankruptcy in 1981. But we have no doubt that she eventually recovered since she wrote many books on beauty and astrology. Dahl is now 94 years old, living with her husband since 1984, Marc Rosen.
Shecky Greene – 95, $5million
Comedian Shecky Green made a name for himself by doing live performances in Las Vegas, but he loved being in front of the cameras as well. He dabbled into acting and worked in multiple films such as Tony Rome, Splash, and History of the World, Part I. The performer guest-starred in TV shows like Mad About You, Love, American Style, Combat!, and Laverne & Shirley. Green also made frequent appearances on The Tonight Show.
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In 2006, he appeared in the game show Hip Hop Hold’ Em. Outside the entertainment industry, he is very passionate about horse racing and has been married to Marie Musso since 1985.
Margaret O’Brien – 84, $10million
This former child actress didn’t give up on her career when she grew up. Just imagine that she won a Juvenile Academy Award back in 1944! Margaret O’Brien continued to work throughout the 2000s as well and appeared in many films and television shows in her long career.
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Not many of us get to have our own fortune at the age of four, the age when she started her career. The 81-year-old actress has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, one for motion pictures and one for television. Her latest role was the one of Amanda in Impact Event, in 2018.
Max Baer Jr. – 83, $50 Million
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The Beverly Hillbillies was a really popular show back in the ’60s. The CBS show aired over a period of 9 seasons from 1962 until 1971. Cast members included Irene Ryan, Buddy Ebsen, Donna Douglas, and, of course, Max Baer, Jr. Max who was part of Hollywood’s film industry up till the beginning of the ’90s. He then started investing in real estate. He ventured into gambling by establishing Hillbillies-themed slot machines and put them in certain casinos before he actually bought land and built his own casino with a hotel. Unfortunately, his plans have been put on hold since December 2017 already because of building code conflicts as well as technical issues.
Jane Withers – 95, $5million
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Here’s another celeb you may have thought was gone. Jane Withers is 92 but she is still going strong. The former child actress, model, and singer was huge during the ’30s and the ’40s which resulted in her being honored with a Former Child Star Lifetime Achievement Award. After she divorced her first husband, film producer William Moss, in 1955, she married Kenneth Errair who later died in a plane crash in 1968. At least Jane has enough money to afford home care so she doesn’t have to spend her last years in a retirement home.
Al Pacino – 81, $120million
Al Pacino has been globally regarded as a superstar ever since he portrayed Micheal Corleone in 1972’s superhit crime movie The Godfather. Thanks to its massive success, the actor got the chance to reprise his role in the sequels as well and his work made it to the list of best screen performances in the history of cinema.
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Apparently, it’s Pacino charm that he still enjoys a lucrative career and if he keeps entertaining the audiences the same way, we don’t think retirement would be an option for him for the next decade at least.
Loretta Lynn – 89, $65 Million
Loretta Lynn is a famous country music star who you probably remember for hit songs like You Ain’t Woman Enough (To Take My Man) and Don’t Come Home A’ Drinkin’ (With Lovin’ on Your Mind).
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Despite some health issues she has had to contend with, there’s nothing that can stop her because she continues to pursue her music career to this day. We won’t be surprised if her fortune estimated at $65 million would grow further.
Ann Blyth – 92, $2.5million
The actress and singer Ann Blythe is one of the last stars of the Golden Age of Hollywood. This lady is 91 and she is still beautiful. She appeared in many Hollywood musicals but she is also famous for her role in the film Mildred Pierce, for which she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
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Upon marrying James McNulty, a doctor, in 1953, she started acting less frequently in order to focus on her family. She remained with her husband until his death in 2007. They had five children together.
Rita Moreno – 89, $25 Million
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Through her incredible career and performances, Rita Moreno hasn’t only managed to win the hearts of film fans around the world but she has also become a critically acclaimed star, having won practically every award there is, from an Oscar to a Tony. Admirably, Rita has never stopped doing what she loves, and even though she’s 87 years old right now, in 2019, she appeared in noteworthy shows such as Jane the Virgin and One Day at a Time. She’s also expected to return to the set of West Side Story in 2020; this time playing the role of Valentina.
Angie Dickinson – 89, $30million
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Angie Dickinson made her breakthrough in Gun the Man Down in 1956 but she appeared in many anthology series before that. Her other notable role was in Rio Bravo in 1959 which brought her a Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year. The actress reportedly had affairs with John F. Kennedy, Frank Sinatra, and Dean Martin back in the day. Her last known role was in 2009’s Mending Fences when she officially retired from acting.
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