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

 Philip Michael Thomas – 72

Some people are blessed with genes that see them aging like fine wine. There’s no better example than Philip Michael Thomas. Just take a look at these photos. It’s almost as if a grey beard was photoshopped into a photo from his younger years.

The retired actor and musician gained widespread stardom after portraying detective Ricardo Tubbs in the ’80s hit, Miami Vice. After being involved in a series of movies and television series over the decades, the now 70-year-old Thomas lives comfortably in retirement. He surely can’t be bored as he is a father of eleven children.

Jack Nicholson – 84

Now that the new Joker movie is about to be released, one can’t help but remember Jack Nicholson’s epic take on the same character back in the ’80s. With his extraordinary career, Jack’s performances are still remembered and emulated. However, it seems like he’s been enjoying downtime for quite some time now since the last movie he acted in was way back in 2010. To be fair, he has already made a $400 million fortune, so he might as well never work again and still have enough money to get by. He was supposed to star in the 2018 movie called How Do You Know, but he reportedly dropped out of the project.

Clint Eastwood – 91

Since going under the international spotlight as the “Man with No Name” on the Dollars Trilogy, Clint Eastwood has seen nothing but success (in his career). During his career spanning over six decades, Eastwood earned a lot of praise for his work in the Dirty Harry films, Million Dollar Baby, and Unforgiven, among others.

Despite having made a fortune of $375 million, Eastwood doesn’t look like he is ready to retire even though he is now 91 years old. At this point, he must be doing it for pure passion. Eastwood is scheduled to appear as Miko in Cry Macho, a film he produced and directed later in 2021.

Victoria Principal – 71

Victoria Principal wouldn’t have been the celebrity she is today if it weren’t for the role of Pamela Barnes Ewing, which she played in the soap opera Dallas for nine years until 1987. Fueled by the passion for keeping her youthful and glowing skin, she built a skincare brand called Principal Secret. It’s a booming business that has undoubtedly contributed to her $350-million fortune.

The two-time Golden Globe Award nominee is serious about her philanthropic endeavors and even developed a Los Angeles ranch for rescuing and rehabilitating animals. Principal is also part of Victory over Violence, an organization helping victims of domestic violence in America.

RUTH BUZZI – 85

Ruth Buzzi, a famous American actress, singer, and comedian, is getting ready for Halloween in 2021, as she appeared on Twitter in a Triceratops onesie! She is full of jokes, and in 2021 got angry with beer for having the arrogance to believe it can make everyone happy.

Her groundwork in comedy was laid in her performances in the “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In” comedy-variety show. From that show, she received five Emmy nominations and won a Golden Globe Award. Though she is removed from the spotlight, we can still enjoy her excellent sense of humor.

Richard Chamberlain – 87

Richard Chamberlain was a teen idol from the 1960s thanks to the role he had in the series, Dr. Kildare. He also takes credit for being the first actor in Hollywood who was able to give life to the role of Jason Bourne. He has also pursued a Broadway career and appeared in productions like Scrooge: The Musical, Spamalot, and The Heiress. Chamberlain has been openly gay since 2003 and currently has a net worth of $20 million.

Richard Simmons – 73

Richard Simmons has successfully made a name for himself as a fitness instructor since the ’60s. He released the Sweatin’ to the Oldies videos which mainly focus on weight loss through a very energetic approach. Simons started out his career through a gym he opened and called Slimmons. Since then, through his appearances in television and his products, he became well-known around the U.S. and getting great paychecks. However, since 2014, his appearance in public began declining and his facility had closed down without stating any reason. In April 2017, he revealed he was suffering from severe indigestion which led to his hospitalization.

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!

Debbie Harry – 76

Debbie Harry was a popular name in the music industry back in the 1970s thanks to the success she had with her band, Blondie. Despite Blondie breaking up and Harry pursuing a career as a solo artist, the band eventually got back together. Aside from singing, she also had a very exciting acting career. Harry puts her fortune to good use and supports a number of charities that focus on helping those with endometriosis and cancer.

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?

Rebecca De Mornay – 61

Movies like Risky Business and Runaway Train can make a person understand why Rebecca De Mornay was such a big deal back then. During the ‘80s, not only did she gain recognition for her talent, but also her stunning looks. Rebecca might not be as incredibly busy as she once was, but that does not mean that she hasn’t been undertaking new projects. As it just so happens, Rebecca is now playing in the Jessica Jones series on the role of Dorothy Walker. Through it all, she’s earned herself a $9 million fortune.

Loni Anderson – Age 75

Well-remembered for playing Jennifer Marlowe on WKRP in Cincinnati during the late ’70s to early ’80s, Loni Anderson is definitely an American bombshell! She copped three Golden Globe Awards and an Emmy nomination for the role she took under the condition that the character was sensitive and bright. But a multiple sclerosis diagnosis for her eldest daughter caused Loni’s disappearance from acting for some time. Recently, she was seen portraying Frances in her web series My Sister Is So Gay. In 2018, she went on to promote the WKRP in Cincinnati series, along with other classic TV series on MeTV.

Sally Field – 74

Younger fans know actress Sally Field for being Aunt May Parker in The Amazing Spiderman movies. She has actually been in the industry for more than five decades already and she first became popular through her starring role in Gidget. Field discovered she has osteoporosis back in 2005 and this later led to her putting up the campaign, Rally with Sally for Bone Health. Today, Field still continues to pursue her acting career.

Bob Barker – 98

Bob Barker is a very popular television personality. Barker began his career in radio, where he showed his skills in talking to people and entertaining everyone with his charm. He started hosting game shows in 1956, with Truth or Consequences. His skills as a host also came in handy for beauty pageants, such as Miss USA and Miss Universe. He is most famous for hosting The Price Is Right. The host has been happily married to his high school sweetheart for years and years. He has been struggling with his health, though, recently, so hopefully, his $70 million net worth is more than enough to help him through tough times in retirement.

Kim Novak – 88

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 – 81

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.

Linda Evans – 80

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!

Cindy Williams – 74

Cindy Williams became one of America’s ultimate TV sweethearts during the ’70s when she took on the role of Shirley Feeney on the Happy Days sitcom. Viewers loved her portrayal of the character so much that she was given a spin-off show titled Laverne & Shirley.

Although her career reached its peak during that era, Williams succeeded in staying active through the years, as she’s still in the acting industry today. In 2020, she was in the film Canaan Land, and the following year, she participated in History of the Sitcom, a documentary series .

Sophia Loren – 86

There are no words to describe the legend that Sophia Loren is. Unfortunately, she is now one of the last surviving actresses of Hollywood’s Golden Age. But even though she’s already 85 years old, she somehow still looks as glorious as she once did. Sophia was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award in September 2019 by the European Culture Awards that was hosted in Vienna. Meanwhile, her films like Arabesque, Two Women, and Marriage Italian Style have always remained relevant. This living legend has managed to accumulate a $75-million fortune, which she can enjoy in her retirement.

Ali MacGraw, 82 Years Old

Ali MacGraw has participated in many movies, but one film that will forever be associated with her is the 1970s’ Love Story, where she co-starred with Ryan O’Neal.  Love Story is one of the greatest romantic films of all time.

MacGraw, who was one of People Magazine’s 50 Most Beautiful People, always embraced her age and she is, with no doubt, an actress who’s aging gracefully. Her career lasted from 1960 to 2009 and she has one child. Ali was married three times, and one of her spouses was the legendary Steve McQueen, to whom Ali was married from 1973 to 1978.

Nancy Sinatra – 80

American singer and actress Nancy Sinatra is the daughter of music icon Frank Sinatra and Nancy Barbato. Nancy became widely known in the ’60s when she followed the footsteps of her famous father and started her own music career. She found great success with her international hit These Boots Are Made For Walkin’. Nancy also dabbled in acting and has participated in films like  The Oscar and  The Last of the Secret Agents.But probably her most famous acting stint was the one where she shared the screen with Elvis Presley in the 1968 film Speedway. Nancy is still active in the music scene and last released a digital-only album called Shifting Gears in 2013.

 Philip Michael Thomas – 72

Some people are blessed with genes that see them aging like fine wine. There’s no better example than Philip Michael Thomas. Just take a look at these photos. It’s almost as if a grey beard was photoshopped into a photo from his younger years.

The retired actor and musician gained widespread stardom after portraying detective Ricardo Tubbs in the ’80s hit, Miami Vice. After being involved in a series of movies and television series over the decades, the now 70-year-old Thomas lives comfortably in retirement. He surely can’t be bored as he is a father of eleven children.

Cassandra Peterson – 70 – Healthy Diet & Weightlifting

Elvira whose real name is Cassandra Peterson became an instant hit within the first two weeks because of her eccentric yet exotic look. She auditioned for many roles back in the day at the start of her career including Gilligan’s Island as the Ginger Giant.

But, she eventually rose to prominence by writing, producing & starring in her own film Elvira, Mistress of the Dark. The secret behind her timeless beauty is tons of exercise including weightlifting & walking. She also maintains herself by following a strict diet mainly vegetarian & voila it has worked wonders for her.

Danielle Spencer – 56 – Healthy Lifestyle, Approximately $125 Per Week

She’s long stepped away from the glaring spotlight, but the  54 years old Danielle Spencer still looks incredible. She’s mostly famous for playing the role of Dee Thomas in the What’s Happening TV series of the ‘70s. She’s since gotten married and divorced from Garry Fields and has been working as a veterinarian for at least 25 years now. Her secret for aging so well is probably following a healthy lifestyle. After all, she is a medical practitioner herself. In 2018 she had brain surgery for an aneurysm, but she’s now on her road to recovery. 

Heather Thomas – 63

Speaking of The Fall Guy, we couldn’t have forgotten about Heather Thomas. After all, she was the person who portrayed Jody Banks for such a long time in the series. Nowadays, it looks as though she’s retired since she hadn’t acted since 2014 when she made a brief comeback playing on Girltrash: All Night Long.

Nevertheless, it’s estimated that she’s worth around $2 million at the moment. She stopped acting after playing on My Giant in the late ‘90s. Since 1992, Thomas has been sharing her life with Skip Brittenham, her second husband with whom she’s had a daughter named India Rose.

Kate Jackson – 72

Even though Kate Jackson hasn’t appeared on camera since the 2009 documentary Farrah’s Story, she’s still very much out there in her own way. In fact, she’s been teasing us with the release of her memoir for the past decade. Kate was born in Alabama in 1948, which means that she’s now 72 years old.

She spent the ‘70s through the ‘90s being right under the spotlight, playing in series like Charlie’s Angels as Sabrina Duncan and movies like Making Love and Error in Judgement. The last time she ever acted was for a Criminal Minds episode in 2007.

Caren Marsh-Doll – 103

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.

 Philip Michael Thomas – 72

Some people are blessed with genes that see them aging like fine wine. There’s no better example than Philip Michael Thomas. Just take a look at these photos. It’s almost as if a grey beard was photoshopped into a photo from his younger years.

The retired actor and musician gained widespread stardom after portraying detective Ricardo Tubbs in the ’80s hit, Miami Vice. After being involved in a series of movies and television series over the decades, the now 70-year-old Thomas lives comfortably in retirement. He surely can’t be bored as he is a father of eleven children.

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