Living the showbiz from the 1910s through the 1960s some celebrities were the topmost stars of that era. But as time passed, they dropped the face of the planet and so, you thought they were dead. But in reality, they were just busy with other things in their life.
Our list includes the oldest living actors who were once acclaimed by critics and also nominated for prestigious awards. You’ll be surprised to find out some actors on the list who are more than alive and still doing great in the entertainment industry!
William Daniels, 95
The American actor is best recognized for his great television roles. Most of us know him as the character name Mr. Feeny from the ‘90s sitcom Boy Meets World. He repeated the same character role in 2014 in the Disney spinoff show, Girl Meets World. Recently, he surprised his fans by making an appearance on the HBO Max film Superintelligence as KITT.
Sophia Loren, 87
The Italian actress is profoundly famous for being one of the greatest stars of Classical Hollywood Cinema. She was applauded for her performance in Two Women (1961); and Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow (1963). She also starred recently in an Italian film in 2020.
Anthony Hopkins, 84
One of the most highly recognized actors ever, Anthony has done some commendable roles. He hasn’t been away from the screens much. He has been there the entire team and we know it because – in 2017 he played Odin in Thor: Ragnarok! Now that is something that everyone has seen.
Bob Barker, 98
Bob Barker is a former American game show host. He is famously known for hosting CBS’s The Price Is Right from 1972 to 2007 making it the longest-running show in history. Interestingly, he also gave his voice for playback in Spongebob Squarepants! Bet you didn’t know this.
Julie Andrews, 86
Julie Andrews has performed a lot of prolific roles during her era and has won tons of awards for that. Some of the most notable ones includeThe Sound of Music, Mary Poppins, and Aquaman. Right now, she is working on her playback voiceover for Marlena inMinions. She has never been off camera!
Dick Van Dyke, 96
The multi-talented actor, singer, dancer, and comedian has proven to be extremely versatile over his years of work. He first started working on the radio and on broadway and gained fame. Later, he made his way to TV series and was duly appreciated.
Mel Brooks, 96
Mel Brooks is known to be the creator of Parodies which are known to be the best comedy films ever made. With his “seven-decade” career, he stands proudly on the ‘EGOT’ list. EGOT represents people who have won Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards.
Tony Bennett, 96
His melodious voice won the hearts of many during his era. He is still running on the road to fame and nothing can stop him! In 2014, he also released an album with Lady Gaga called Cheek to Cheek.
Jon Voight, 83
Angelina Jolie’s father has sworn not to let go of his acting game until the last breath. And even we love watching him on screen! He has been playing Mickey in the Ray Donovan series since 2013 and we’re thankful for that.
Jerry Lee Lewis, 86
Nicknamed The Killer, Jerry has proven to be one of the most influential pianists of the 20th century. He has always been on the news for his scandals but bounced back every time in his career game. Interestingly, he has been married seven times!
Loretta Lynn, 90
Loretta stands to be the most highly awarded Golden Age girl of country music. She is still very much in business today.
Tommy Lee Jones, 75
Known for his iconic roles in Batman Forever, The Fugitive, and Men in Black, Jones has won some prestigious awards. He has also received four Academy Award nominations.
Billy Dee Williams, 85
A true Star Wars fan already knows that he is alive! Apart from this iconic production, he has been a part of many well-known roles.
Marla Gibbs, 91
You recognize this face from the TV show The Jeffersons, which aired from 1975 to 1985. She has gained a lot of appreciation for her acting roles and has been immensely awarded.
John Astin, 92
John Astin was referred to as “usually mustachioed” by IMDB, as Gomez Addams on The Addams Family. This show was his most notable performance amongst other TV film roles.
Richard Chamberlain, 88
Richard became a teen idol in the title role of the television show Dr. Kildare. He has won three Golden Globe Awards over the tenure of his career. His last appearance was in 2020 when he starred in the drama Echoes of the Past alongside Max von Sydow but sadly, it hasn’t been released yet.
Tippi Hedren, 92
Tippi was pursuing her career as a model when she was spotted by Alfred Hitchcock. Then she was cast as an actor in The Birds in 1963. That was a headstart for her. Since then she has been seen in more than 80 movies and TV shows.
Kim Novak, 89
Kim was originally hyped to be the next Rita Hayworth for Columbia Pictures. She has done some great performances but is best known for playing Madeleine Elster/Judy Barton in the 1958 Alfred Hitchcock film Vertigo.
George Hamilton, 83
George has worked in over 120 films during his career and has given some notable performances to the world. Recently, in 2019, he played Jack in the TV show Grace and Frankie.
Eva Marie Saint, 98
We haven’t forgotten her for her great role in Elia Kazan’s On the Waterfront. Being one of the most recognized faces from the ‘Golden Age’ she has always been loved by her fans. Recently, she voiced ‘Katara’ in Nickelodeon’s The Legend of Korra.
Ann-Margret, 81
Proud of her singing and dancing, she was no less than a diva in her time. You can make that out of her gorgeous looks! The American-Swedish actress was nicknamed The Female Elvis. From staring in Bye Bye Birdie, Viva Las Vegas to singing covers for Elvis songs, she is someone difficult to forget!
Angela Lansbury, 96
The British-American actress has been around for nearly eight decades and has given commendable performances. She has won five Tony Awards and an honorary Oscar.
Chubby Checker, 80
The American rock and roll singer and dancer has given some amazing moves to his genre. Many dance styles, including The Twist dance style, are one of his most iconic moves!
Bob Newhart, 93
With his contribution to acting, he has given some immense stand-up comedy performances. He has made six appearances on The Big Bang Theory and was most recently seen in Young Sheldon and Filthy Rich.
Paul Michael Glaser, 79
For his great work in Starsky and Hutch and the iconic film Fiddler on the Roof in 1971, he is remembered by everyone. His recent project was lending his voice to Kjeld Playwell in Lego: The Adventures of Clutch Powers.
Carole Cook, 98
Being an all-rounder in musical theatre, film, and TV, Carole has made her name to be everlasting. She starred in Broadway musicals like 42nd Street and Hello, Dolly!
Norman Lear, 100
The incredible screenwriter has produced more than 100 shows in his career. His work has been widely applauded in the industry! Right now, he is the host of a podcast, All of the Above With Norman Lear, airing since 2017.
Harry Belafonte, 95
Renowned as one of the most incredible Jamaican-American pop stars of that time, you must have come across many of his songs. “The Banana Boat Song” stands to be his most famous one to date. In recent years, he has taken a route toward political activism, and documentaries.
Nancy Sinatra, 82
Daughter of the legendary swooner Frank Sinatra, she has been famous in her ways. Out of all her work, Nancy is best known for her 1966 signature hit “These Boots Are Made for Walkin” Now she lives a peaceful life away from stardom.
Max Baer Jr., 84
His most recalled role was in Beverly Hillbillies. Apart from being an actor, he was also a screenwriter and producer which contributed to his net worth of $65 billion!
John James, 66
He played Jeff Colby in the original Dynasty series. Later, he appeared in a few films in the 2010s and then turned to be a producer for the 2020 sci-fi film ‘Axcellerator’.
Kris Kristofferson, 86
Kris is a retired American singer, songwriter, and actor. He has given many hits over the years wherein his songwriting credits include – “Me and Bobby McGee”, “For the Good Times”, “Sunday Mornin’ Comin’ Down”, and “Help Me Make It Through the Night”.
Jack Rader, 101
The 100-year-old actor is famously known for his work in Outbreak (1995), The Blob (1988), and Braddock: Missing in Action III (1988).
Iris Apfel, 101
The American businesswoman, interior designer, and fashion icon- Iris Apfel is 100 years old now! She is an actress known for her great work and more for leading a contract with the White House that spanned nine presidencies!
Walter Mirisch, 100
The American film producer is the head of The Mirisch Corporation, one of the leading production houses in Hollywood history. He started it in 1957 with his brothers. Some great hits like Some Like It Hot (1959), The Magnificent Seven (1960), West Side Story (1961), and The Great Escape (1963) have brought fame to his production house.
Ray Anthony, 100
Ray Anthony is an American bandleader, trumpeter, songwriter, and actor! He played for Glenn Miller and his orchestra from 1940 to 1941. He is their last alive member!
Bert Gordon, 99
Nicknamed Mr. B.I.G.” by Forrest J. Ackerman, Gordon produced more than 25 sci-fi and horror films in his tenure. He also produced some comedy-dramas like How to Succeed with Sex (1970).
Jacqueline White, 99
The leading lady of the 1940s, she retired soon in her career after getting married to Bruce Anderson in 1950. Recently, she has been seen at film festivals and conventions.
Henry Kissinger, 98
Known for his heavy German accent, the man has won many awards including Nobel Peace Prize in 1973. He served as Nixon’s National Security Advisor for a long time.
Mike Nussbaum, 98
Who doesn’t know Mike Nussbaum for his commendable performance in Men in Black, Fatal Attraction, and House of Games!! He first started his career in community theatre and has been a part of many major motion pictures since then.
Joyce Randolph, 97
Popularly known for her performance in the classic husband and wife duo on The Jackie Gleason Show, she appeared in more than 100 episodes before it went off the air. She did a few solo performances later and eventually retired from stardom.
Shecky Greene, 96
In 2020, Shecky Greene was inducted into the National Comedy Hall of Fame after being voted by 100 Hollywood luminaries in various areas of entertainment! This ceremony took place in Las Vegas and is one of his most prestigious achievements ever!
Rosemary Harris, 94
All of us remember playing the role of the original Aunt May in Toby Maguire’s Spider-Man. She has won various awards including four Drama Desk Awards and has been nominated several times for her iconic performances.
Christopher Lloyd, 83
Christopher gained immense popularity in the late 80s and early 90s when he appeared in the “Back to the Future” franchise as Dr. Emmett Brown. Even today, he is involved in multiple TV and film roles. Looks like he is aging backward!
