Like fine wine, these celebs seem to just get better with age. They take on more esteemed projects, do more charitable work, travel the world, and win awards for their contributions to their various fields. You’ll be shocked to find out just how many of Hollywood’s Golden Era stars are still hard at work.
Jane Fonda, 81 Years Old
Yep, you read that right. 81. Known for her support for feminist causes and gender equality, Fonda is a pioneer for empowered women everywhere. Go Jane! We see you, we thank you. You can currently watch her as Grace on “Grace & Frankie.”
Sylvester Stallone, 72 Years Old
It’s rumored that Stallone will reprise his iconic “Rambo” role soon. He recently cameoed in the “Creed” series which revisits the world of Rocky Balboa, famed Philadelphia boxer.
Priscilla Presley, 73 Years Old
Presley was only a teenager when she met her future husband, the one and only King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. Her only gripe with her late husband is that he left their daughter Lisa Marie with a small fortune of only $1 million.
Diahann Carroll, 83 Years Old
Carroll is an icon to African American women everywhere. She was the first non-white woman to ever star in a television show when she was given the lead in “Julia.” She is also a breast cancer survivor and has retired from acting.
Tippi Hedren, 88 Years Old
The female trifecta if we ever saw one – Tippi Hedren is the mother of Melanie Griffith and the grandmother of Dakota Johnson. She is most well known for her performance in Alfred Hitchcock’s “The Birds.”
Mark Harmon, 67 Years Old
Harmon’s original career plan was to study law or advertisting when he started out acting. He graduated from UCLA with Latin honors on top of the pressures of a budding acting career. He is most recognized as Special Agent Jethro Gibbs on “NCIS” and Secret Service Special Agent Simon Donovan on “West Wing.”
Sally Field, 71 Years Old
Field has been acting for nearly 60 years, and her repertoire is extensively impressive. “Sybil,” “Mrs. Doubtfire, “Steel Magnolias,” and “Forrest Gump” remain some of her most recognizable roles.
Julie Andrews, 83 Years Old
Everyone’s favorite Queen of Genovia, Julie Andrews, is up there with Betty White for the Best Grandma Award. She has portrayed iconic roles such as Maria in “The Sound of Music” and Mary Poppins in “Mary Poppins.” Keep doing what you’re doing Julie.
Robert Fuller, 85 Years Old
Robert Fuller has major Clint Eastwood vibes in his black and white era Western flicks. Though most famous for his stints in the Wild West, Fuller also appeared on the medical drama “Emergency!”
Cicely Tyson, 93 Years Old
Tyson worked as a fashion model before taking over the world of film and theater. She gave a groundbreaking performance in “The Help” as Constantine Bates.
Richard Chamberlain, 84 Years Old
Chamberlain got his start on NBC’s “Dr. Kildare.” He landed lots of big screen roles like “The Bourne Identity,” “and “The Thom Birds.” Chamberlain was openly gay and was involved with one of his male costars.
Richard Keith, 67 Years Old
Keith learned how to play the drums when he was just 3 years old, and played Little Ricky in “I Love Lucy” when he was 5 years old.
Tony Bennett, 92 Years Old
Bennett is worth $200 million for his esteemed singing career. He’s most famous for “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” and continues to perform today. Most younger people recognize him for his duets with Lady Gaga.
Eve Marie Saint, 94 Years Old
Saint has been active in the showbiz industry since the 1940’s. She delivered an iconic performance in the drama “On The Waterfront” alongside Marlon Brando. She earned an Academy Award during the black and white film era in 1955.
Jackie Mason, 87 Years Old
Mason earned the 63rd spot on Comedy Central’s greatest comedian in history survey. He has since retired, but in his prime hw was a Broadway actor.
Julie Gibson, 105 Years Old
Gibson is best known for her prestigious singing and acting career during the 1940’s. She sang with the Jimmie Grier Orchestra and Joe Pennar’s radio program. She is the oldest of the “Golden Age” stars still living.
Norman Lloyd, 103 Years Old
Lloyd spent 80 years in show business and worked alongside icons like Orson Welles, Alfred Hitchcock, and Charli Chaplin. He’s still working today, with no forseen plans to retire.
Ann Blyth, 90 Years Old
Blythe is best remembered for her role as Veda Pierce Forrester in “Mildred Pierce,” where she portrayed the daughter of Joan Crawford’s character. She is since retired with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Dean Stockwell, 82 Years Old
Stockwell starred in “Quantum Leap” among other projects on his filmography. He started working at 7 years old when he portrayed Gregory Peck’s son in the drama “Gentleman’s Agreement.”
Sidney Poitier, 91 Years Old
Poitier was the first African American actor to win an Oscar. He won Best Actor for his work in the 1963 film “Lilies of the Field.” He received a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II in 1974.
Carl Reiner, 96 Years Old
The actor, director, writer, and singer Carl Reiner is best known for his work with Dick Van Dyke and Mel Brooks. He appeared as Saul in “Ocean’s Eleven,” and publically endorsed Bernie Sanders in the 2016 primaries.
Rhonda Fleming, 95 Years Old
Fleming appeared in around 40 films during the course of her career, though her breakout role was in Alfred Hitchcock’s “Spellbound.” She was called “The Queen of Technicolor” for her flaming red hair.
Barbara Eden, 87 Years Old
Eden’s breakthrough role was the lead in “I Dream of Jeannie.” She still receives royalties from her best-selling memoir that was published in 2011.
Nancy Sinatra, 78 Years Old
Daughter of Frank Sinatra, Nancy exceeded the expectations people held her to and became a fantastic performer on par with her father. She recorded music in the 1960’s and released her most recent album in 2013.
Betty White, 96 Years Old
Betty White wasn’t always America’s sweetheart on TV. She got her start working radio gigs in the 1940’s. (Apparently she wasn’t photogenic enough for film). Personally, we think she’s adorable.
Kirk Douglas, 101 Years Old
Kirk Douglas has lived quite an impressive life. He joined the Navy in WWII, survived a helicopter crash in 1991, and had a stroke at the age of 80. I think this guy has nine lives.
Bob Barker, 94 Years Old
America’s favorite game show host (next to Steve Harvey) can be found on The Price is Right. He hosted for a whopping 35 years, alongside MC-ing Miss Universe and Miss USA pageants.
Olivia de Havilland, 102 Years Old
Though she’s starred in many Hollywood classics, her most recognizable role remains Melanie in “Gone with the Wind.”
Christopher Plummer, 88 Years Old
Plummer starred in “The Sound of Music” alongside Julie Andrews, and it remains one of his most recognizable roles. He was recently nominated for an Academy Award in 2017 for his work in “All the Money in the World.”
Loni Anderson, 73 Years Old
Best known for her portrayal of Jennifer Marlowe in the sitcom “WKRP in Cincinnati,” Anderson has been likened to icons such as Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield. She was in a relationship with Burt Reynolds until the two eventually divorced.
Ali MacGraw, 79 Years Old
MacGraw is credited with leading the best love story of all time, “Love Story” opposite Ryan O’Neal, in 1970. She landed a spot on People’s “50 Most Beautiful”
Sean Connery, 88 Years Old
When I think of Sean Connery, I can’t help but think of Will Ferrell’s SNL Celebrity Jeopardy skit. Sorry. Connery was the first actor to play 007 and retired around a decade ago at the age of 77.
Bern Nadette Stanis, 64 Years Old
Stanis was launched into stardom after portraying Thelma Ann Evans in the 1970’s sitcom “Good Times.” She only had a handful of small roles after that show ended, though she makes guest appearances in various other projects.
Hal Holbrook, 93 Years Old
Holbrook got his start by playing Mark Twain in a one-man play. He’s worked on television, film, and stage productions. It’s a safe bet that he’s won probably hundreds of awards in his time.
Lee Majors, 79 Years Old
Everyone from the 80’s knows “The Six Million Dollar Man.” Majors also married and divorced “Charlie’s Angels” Farrah Fawcett. He suffered through hurt bypass surgery and lived, and remains active to this day.
Lindsay Wagner, 69 Years Old
Though Wagner has long since retired, she is most recognized for her role as the “Bionic Woman” Jaime Sommers. Her career began to slow in the late 1990’s, but she now spends her time as a professor at the San Bernadino Valley College.
Tina Louise, 84 Years Old
Remember Ginger Grant from “Gilligan’s Island?” This is her now! She kept acting after the show’s finale, though she only landed smaller roles in TV and film projects.
Kim Novak, 85 Years Old
Novak has acted alongside some of Hollywood’s elite, includeing Frank Sinatra, William Holden, and Fred MacMurray. Her most prominent role was in Alfred Hitchcock’s “Vertigo.”
Victoria Principal, 68 Years Old
Best known for portraying Pamela Barnes Ewing in the hit televison show “Dallas,” Principal also has her own skincare line along with several books on wellness, beauty, and fitness.
Honor Blackman, 93 Years Old
Honor Blackman has aged just as gracefully as fellow actresses Julie Andrews and Ali MacGraw. Her breakout role was Cathy Gale on the British TV series “The Avengers.” She also portrayed Pussy Galore in the James Bond installment “Goldfinger.”
Dawn Wells, 79 Years Old
Dawn Wells was cast in “Gilligan’s Island” alongside the aforementioned Tina Louise. Though she has retired from acting, she is still passionate about it. She volunteers with local theatre projects and teaches acting classes.
Vera Lynn, 101 Years Old
Also known as “The Force’s Sweetheart,” Vera Lynn is an English pop singer and songwriter. She got her start singing for soldiers during World War 1. The centenarian released an album entitled “Vera Lynn 100” to celebrate the milestone birthday.
Gene Reynolds, 95 Years Old
Before his acting career could really take off, Reynolds was enlisted for the US Army. When he retired from the service, he eventually came back to the film industry. He focused on directing, producing, and creating the hit TV show, M*A*S*H.
Adrienne Barbeau, 73 Years Old
Following her rise to fame in the 1970s, Adrienne later went on to star in “The Cannonball Run,” “Escape from New York,” “The Fog,” and “Swamp Thing.” Her most notable role was in the 1972 TV show “Maude.”
Denise Austin, 61 Years Old
Austin is a huge advocate for health and fitness, and she rose to fame during the 1980’s when she hosted her own workout shot, “Get Fit With Denise Austin.” She has a daughter who took over the show and renamed it “Get Fit With Katie.”
June Lockhart, 92 Years Old
June Lockhart is a multi-talented star, with roles on TV, film, and Broadway. She starred in “Lassie,” “Lost in Space,” and “For Love or Money,” which landed her a Tony award. She also has two spots on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Go June!
Robert Clary, 92 Years Old
Robert Clary found solace in music while he was imprisoned in a Nazi concentration camp. Though he rarely speaks of his past, he has mentioned how lucky he is to be alive and he uses his talent for the betterment of others and support in times of tragedy.
Patricia Morison, 102 Years Old
Who could forget those dazzling blue eyes and long black hair? Morison was a talented actress and esteemed soprano singer. She starred in several Hollywood films as well as Broadway musicals. Her performance in the musical “Kiss Me” earned her a permanent spot in the hearts of fans everywhere.
Katharine Ross, 78 Years Old
Ross appeared in three of the most famous films in Hollywood history: “The Stepford Wives,” “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” and “The Graduate.” Wow! Since then, she has led a quiet life with husband and actor Sam Elliot.
Jimmy Lydon, 95 Years Old
Lydon became a singer just so he could feed his family. He never expected it to take off the way it did. He fell in love with acting and producing, and co-created the hit TV show “M*A*S*H.”
Marge Champion, 98 Years Old
I bet you didn’t know Champion is the choreographer behind the animated Snow White’s danceing in the animated film, “Snow White and the Seven Dwarves.” Animators traced her movements using a technique called rotoscoping, so don’t be surprised the princess is so graceful next time you watch it.
Bob Newhart, 89 Years Old
Newhart is best known for his career in comedy and monologuing. He starred in shows like “The Bob Newhart Show,” “Bob,” and “Newhart.” He has since retired due to illness caused by smoking.
Peggy Stewart, 95 Years Old
Stewart mostly starred in Western flicks if you can believe it. And she never retired! She still continues to act today.
Valentina Courtese, 95 Years Old
Cortese is an Italian actress who made her mark on the American entertainment industry. She made a name for herself beyond her cultured background, which earned her several award nominations. She is most remembered for her work in “Day for Night.”
Prince Philip, 97 Years Old
Prince PHilip holds places in three different noble families. Born into the Greek and Danish royal families, and then marrying into the British royal family when he wed Queen Elizabeth II. He is still able to attend numerous events with his wife despite both of their advanced ages.
Queen Elizabeth II, 92 Years Old
Following the death of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej, QE2 because the longest reigning monarch in the world. She has held the throne for 66 years, and has a net worth of $600 million. How much cash can she fit in her tiny purse?
Jerry Lee Lewis, 83 Years Old
The most impressive fact about Jerry Lee Lewis might not be his extensive music career, but the fact that he’s been married and divorced seven times!
Sophia Loren, 84 Years Old
Loren is the first person to win an Academy Award for a foreign language film. She has also received a BAFTA, a Grammy, and multiple Golden Globes. Her net worth is estimated around $75 million. Happy retirement!
Anglea Lansbury, 92 Years Old
Lansbury is “Beauty and the Beast’s” Mrs. Pots come to life! She is responsible for singing the song “Tale as Old as Time” in the original animated Disney film, and she even came out of retirement in the 90’s to perform it on stage.
Mel Brooks, 92 Years Old
Mel Brooks is one of Hollywood’s few EGOT winners, racking up an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony. Though he started out as a comedian in the 1940’s and was one of the most popular directors in the 1970’s.