Celebrities You Thought Are Long Gone But They Are Still Alive & Kicking!

Max Baer Jr. – 85

If you were a fan of The Beverly Hillbillies then you definitely remember Max Baer Jr. as the goofy Jethro. Max Baer is currently 81 years old and even though he might have stuck in our memories as Jethro, acting was not his only thing! He also directed a TV series of his own after having acquired the rights to use the name of a song as the title, thus creating a new model of TV series name-giving! He also ventured in the gambling business yet he found many obstacles that, as of 2017, withhold the realization of his business plans.

Kim Novak – 91

Kim Novak had a great career in Hollywood. The actress started working for Columbia Pictures in 1954 and appeared in films with many huge names of the era. She may be most famous for her work in Hitchcock’s Vertigo but performed in many other films too. Novak took a break from acting to focus on her visual art and her ranch.

She sadly fell during horse riding and hurt herself pretty badly, hopefully leading to her being more cautious in case anything like that happened again. After recovering, she continued working on her art and poetry in the quiet atmosphere of her own home, enjoying her $15 million fortune.

Paul Hogan – 84

In July 2021, Paul Hogan sadly had to say goodbye forever to his Crocodile Dundee collaborator, John Cornell, who passed away after 20 years of having Parkinson’s disease. Hogan himself is now 81 years old but was still able to take part in the 2020 movie The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee.

The Aussie star has already earned a Best Actor Golden Globe for playing the iconic outback adventurer Michael “Crocodile” Dundee in the Crocodile Dundee film of 1986, the first from the franchise. Hogan endeared audiences with his earnest, amiable, and down-to-earth personality, showcased in the movie series.

George Hamilton – 84

You may know him for his hunky looks, for his legendary tan, or maybe for one or two of his impressive 123 acting appearances. Either way, you’ll probably find it amazing that George Hamilton is still active and looking good at the advanced age of 82. Known for The Godfather Part III, Zorro, The Gay Blade, Doc Hollywood, and many others, Hamilton even has a new project lined up for 2022.

Next year, this tireless film/TV icon will appear in the action flick All Terrain. It’ll be his first performance since 2019, the year he appeared in the American Housewife sitcom, portraying the character of Spencer Blitz.

Linda Evans – 81

The last time we saw Linda Evans performing was back in 1997 when she played in The Stepsister film. Since then, the only news we’ve gotten from her was her arrest for a DUI incident in 2014, when she was caught driving under the influence of her prescription pills.

We were glad not only to hear about her comeback with Swan Song in 2020 but also to see her looking as amazing as she does. Many years have gone by since she was playing in Dynasty, but it seems as though time has treated her well!

Bo Derek – 64

A couple of years after John Derek divorced his first wife, Linda Evans, he tied the knot to the then-model and soon-to-be actress, Bo Derek in 1976. Together, their careers reached great heights. They collaborated in the making of films like Tarzan, the Ape Man and Ghosts Can’t Do It.

Since John passed away in 1998, Bo got together with John Corbett. Although she hasn’t been acting as much as she once did, in 2020 she played in JL Family Ranch 2. She is 63 years old and looks at least a decade younger!

Jeri Ryan – 53

Jeri Ryan became a well-known actress for her role in the Star Trek: Voyager. Her portrayal earned her four nominations for a Saturn Award, successfully winning in 2001. She is also famous for portraying the role of Veronica “Ronnie” Cooke in the TV series Boston Public. 

In 1991, she and her first husband, Jack Ryan, got married but filed for a divorce eight years after. She eventually got married to chef Christophe Émé in France back in 2007. Now, they have a daughter named Gisele Émé. Recently, she appeared in the Amazon Prime series Bosch. 

Ann-Margret – 80

Ann-Margret, just like Van Dyke, conquered many hearts with her work in musical films. Her gorgeous Swedish looks immediately catapulted her to global stardom as she appeared in Bye Bye Birdie and Viva Las Vegas. The actress is the proud owner of no less than 5 Golden Globes, as well as having a successful music career and a $20 million net worth. She recorded many songs and albums, ranging from musicals to gospel songs. The beauty is also known for having an affair with the one and only King of Rock ’n Roll, Elvis Presley.

Max Baer Jr. – 85

If you were a fan of The Beverly Hillbillies then you definitely remember Max Baer Jr. as the goofy Jethro. Max Baer is currently 81 years old and even though he might have stuck in our memories as Jethro, acting was not his only thing! He also directed a TV series of his own after having acquired the rights to use the name of a song as the title, thus creating a new model of TV series name-giving! He also ventured in the gambling business yet he found many obstacles that, as of 2017, withhold the realization of his business plans.

Mel Brooks – 94

Mel Brooks is one of those exceptional talents who can proudly say they are an EGOT: an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award winners. The actor started off as a comedian, with his black observational humor capturing the hearts of many.

One of his most famous works is The Producers, an incredibly popular Tony-winning Broadway musical. With his $100 million fortune, the actor probably has a decent lifestyle in retirement after all that hard work! He can be proud of his work and his son has also become an actor and a writer. Talent clearly runs in the family.

Richard Dean Anderson – 71

Richard Dean Anderson has been getting his earnings through acting and producing for three decades. He began appearing in TV in 1976 through the drama, General Hospital. His breakthrough came after landing a role in the series MacGyver, then he did films such as Through the Eyes of a KillerFirehouse, and Pandora’s Clock. Later, he had TV roles like that of the lead of Stargate SG-1 but soon left the show in 2005 to spend more time with his daughter. He is now 68 and looks incredibly different from his younger years; he lost the iconic ’80s mullet and shades. According to Anderson, he refuses to become a part of the 2016 MacGyver reboot.

Barbara Eden – 89

Barbara Eden gained success in Hollywood with her undeniable charm and talent. She signed a contract with Century Fox at a young age and the rest is movie history. Eden’s role as the beautiful genie out of the bottle in I Dream of Jeannie made her one of television’s best-loved characters. Throughout the show, Eden portrayed multiple characters, wowing audiences with her versatility. The actress wrote a memoir about her rise to fame and her life in Hollywood, which reached the top 15 in best-selling lists. We can’t help but wonder if this feisty genie keeps her net worth of $10 million in a magical golden chest or has simply updated to an online savings account?

Caren Marsh-Doll – 104

Caren Marsh-Doll started working as a dancer from a young age. Her resemblance to Judy Garland landed her the part of dance double in The Wizard of Oz and Ziegfeld Girl. For the former, she was gifted the famous ruby slippers to thank her for her hard work, for which she wouldn’t get a film credit. The actress continued working as a dancer and actor, but an airplane crash led to devastating results. Though she was covered by a good health insurance plan and managed to slowly get back into dancing, she focused on being an instructor instead.

Jacqueline White – 101

Jacqueline Jane White only had a short career as a lead actress, but she definitely left her mark. As a UCLA student, she was spotted in a play and the rest is history. She’s known for showing off her talent and gorgeous looks in The Narrow Margin, as well as many other MGM and RKO films. With 5 children and many grandchildren to spend time with, her retirement investment is definitely paying off.

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