Still Alive
The Hollywood industry has been introducing us to so many talented people over the years. Many of the stars from back then were able to play iconic roles that gave them their unique mark in the industry. While we had to bid farewell to a lot of famous names and faces who had left this world ahead of us, many of them are still alive today while others continue to add more credits to their acting portfolio up to now. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest stars from back then who are still very much around!
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. This now 91-year-old who spends her time working for medical charity, shared in an interview that as a child her favorite film was Queen Christina as she got to play a Queen.
Sean Connery – Retired At Age 88

Sean Connery will forever be remembered as the first actor who was able to play the iconic James Bond character on the big screen. Aside from the Bond movies he did, Connery is also known for the roles he had on Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Murder on the Orient Express, and The Untouchables. Despite the fruitful career he had, Connery decided to enter retirement back in 2006. Even if he has been retired for so long, he has appeared in documentaries like Close Up and Ever To Excel back in 2012.
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.
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.
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.