These Golden Era Stars You Forgot About Are Still Alive & Doing Better

Connie Stevens – 1938

We all remember Connie Stevens, who made a mark for herself in Hollywood with her exceptional singing and acting ability. Often dubbed as the “teen idol of the 60s,” Connie’s beauty, singing, and acting prowess was much praised in teen and later adult film dramas.

Coming from a musical family where both her parents were jazz musicians, Connie formed a couple of vocal groups, first The Foremost and later The Three Debs. She began lining up singing commercials in the early 70s to rejuvenate her fame.

Following her split with Eddie Fisher, she entirely became out of sync with Hollywood and started facing a financial struggle. But with her neve-say-die attitude, she turned the situation around to become a self-made tycoon and her fans are truly surprised by that. Now 80 years old Connie could spend her retirement without worrying about bankruptcy.

Lorenzo Lamas – 1958

We will always be grateful to Lorenzo Lamas for his wonderful contribution to the entertainment industry. The ever-charming Lanson Cumson from the classic American soap opera Falcon Crest is a major hit in the 80s. Following his debut television series’s great success, Lamas starred in another hit show called Renegade.

The muscular actor surely became the crush of many women during that time. His handsome look and awesome acting skill managed to land in some of the hottest television shows throughout his career. Lamas possess multiple talents. Not only a talented actor, but he’s also a professional martial artist and a helicopter pilot.

He’s still on the line of acting, starring in several low-budget films. He seems to be at the top of his fitness to live a healthy life. Of course, we want to see more of his works in the future.

Sally Field – 1946

Beloved actress Sally Field’s career is now nearing 6 decades, which means that she was only 19 when she started in the industry with the TV sitcom, Gidget. She made a mark on TV after that television show, and she would later appear in a few more others, like The Flying Nun, The Girl with Something Extra, and Sybil. The actress conquered films after having a successful TV career, and won two Academy Awards, which sealed her status as one of Hollywood’s greatest actresses.

Some of her most notable films are Steel Magnolias, Kiss Me Goodbye, Murphy’s Romance, Mrs. Doubtfire, and Forrest Gump. She got her Oscars Best Actress trophies from her films Places in the Heart and Norma Rae. Now 71, there is no stopping Sally from continuing her passion, she still acts on stage, television, and in movies up to this day.

Barbi Benton – 1950

Barbi Benton a renowned American actress, model, singer, and television personality who made her mark in Hollywood through her charms, beauty, and regarded as one of the most sought after and wanted models. While Barbi also worked as a singer and actress, she appeared in various magazines and four seasons of Hee Haw. She has been modestly successful in recording several albums in the 1970s.

However, Barbi Benton only appears in projects occasionally now, considering she took time off to focus on her family life. And with such staggering net worth, she doesn’t need to work at all for the rest of her life! Benton married a real estate developer George Gradow in 1979 and has two children, Alexander and Ariana, 1986 and 1988 respectively. The couple divides their time between two of their palatial homes in Aspen and Los Angeles.

Barbara Eden – 1931

Barbara Eden became a common name in the industry due to her role in I Dream Of Jeannie. From then onwards, Barbara pursued acting mostly instead of following her dream to become a singer. Since then, she got various versatile roles in theatre plays, television shows, and films. She started off her TV career with The Johnny Carson Show in 1955 and appeared in a number of other shows that followed.

Though she left 20th Century Fox, yet her stint on TV and few films in MGM, Universal, and Columbia continued for some time. While she’s 88 at present, she’s still active in the industry, and with that net worth; she doesn’t need to worry about her life insurance at all! For now, she should concentrate more on her health and well-being, instead of taking undue stress about professional commitments.

Tom Selleck – 1945

Tom Selleck is timeless, as his name is familiar to both the old and new generation. Selleck is known by the younger generation for the sitcom Friends and TV series Blue Bloods.

On the other hand, the older generation remembers him for his roles on Magnum, P.I and Three Men and a Baby. It’s quite astounding because you’d expect that only old folks will know who this man is.

The University of Southern California basketball scholar’s fame can also be attributed to his handsome features as most women in his generation gravitate toward him. His iconic mustache is a chick magnet in itself! As an active showbiz man since the ’70s, retirement is nowhere near Selleck’s mind for his show Blue Bloods is still airing.

Clint Eastwood – 1930

Clint Eastwood is most definitely a man who requires no introduction. He was born back in 1930, making him 89 years old today. He’s still active despite his age, with his last project being the 2018 movie The Mule, which he also directed and produced. Over the years, he has had multiple relationships, marriages, and divorces as well as fathered an undetermined number of children.
Clint rose to success after starring in the TV show Rawhide and has since starred in memorable movies including Unforgiven, The Bridges of Madison County, Million Dollar Baby, and Gran Torino. Over the years he has managed to make a fortune of $375 million.

Ann-Margret – 1941

Ann-Margret Olsson is one of the brightest stars of the musical films from the classical era who is still alive today. The gorgeous actress appeared in Bye Bye Birdie and became famous. She looked so stunning that Elvis Presley wanted to date her. Their affair helped Ann-Margret rise to the highest level of fame within no time. She was also in Viva Las Vegas, All’s Faire in Love, The Cincinnati Kid, The Train Robbers, and many more.

The Swedish actress was married to American actor, Roger Smith from the year 1967 till his demise in the year 2017. She started out in tinsel town at the beginning of the 60s decade and has had a decorated career till now. Olsson has grabbed a Grammy Award twice, a Screen Actor Guild Award once, and an Academy Award twice. Needless to say, she has raked in ample currency to steer clear of any kind of financial hurdle.

Richard Dean Anderson – 1950

Richard Dean Anderson became a household name with his breakthrough character as Angus MacGyver in the television action series MacGyver during the mid-80s. The classic action hero in the series nicknamed Mac played as a secret agent who loves to save humanity from evil powers.

Like his on-screen character MacGyver, Anderson was raised in Minnesota, who used to be a mime before venturing into film. Aside from MacGyver, his other notable roles are in Today’s FBI, General Hospital, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Stargate SG-1,, etc.

But what has the 80s famous action hero been up to lately? Following his last appearance in Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23, Anderson is now far away from Tinseltown, actively doing philanthropic and environmental works. Being a member of the famous environmental group, Board of Advisors of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, the veteran actor has a great post-retirement life.

Shirley Eaton – 1937

Shirley Eaton, a celebrated English model, and actress, is most popular for her regular appearances in British film during the 1950s and 1960s. The most notable role she’s had in her career has got to be that of Jill Masterson in the 1964 James Bond film, Goldfinger. The 82-year-old still looks stunning and can easily be the face of anti-aging products even now.

Shirley Eaton was a popular blonde bombshell during the ’50s and the ’60s. Her appeal, blonde hair, and British accent made people refer to her as the “cockney blonde bombshell.”

In 1969, Eaton made a big decision and retired early because she wanted to focus on raising a family. Her last acting role was in The Girl from Rio. Appearing in documentaries has been her thing in recent years and her latest appearance was in the docu-series Take Two back in 2016.

Mary Beth Peil – 1940

Mary Beth Peil was a trained opera singer who performed in the Kiss Me, Kate play on Broadway when she initially began a career in acting.

Peil garnered attention when she appeared in films early in 1992. This was also about the same time when her earnings gradually increased.

An appearance as a day care center teacher ion Jersey Girl was her first entry to the world of screens which propelled her more into the film industry – of which she is still a part of to this day. For her recent movie appearance in 2018, Mary portrayed the role of Dr. Marianne Holt on Blue Night.

Julie Newmar – 1933

With over 60 years in the industry, Julie Newmar’s career has been nothing short of extraordinary. Newmar was handed a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress In a Play shortly after playing a role on the Broadway production The Marriage-Go-Rounds as Katrin Sveg in 1958.

She reprised the role in its 1961 silver screen version. Best known for being Catwoman in the Batman TV series, Julie also became a real estate tycoon and a lingerie creator with patents for pantyhose designs and a bra Nudemar.

The Catwoman added voice actress to her line of talents when she participated in the 2017 film Batman vs Two-Face. She really knows how to make money and she has the talent and beauty for it!

Sharon Gless – 1943

Sharon Gless’ name arose in the ’70s as Maggie Philbin in the hit TV show Switch starring alongside Robert Wagner and Eddie Albert.

Gless has since been known to be one of her era’s best actresses, bagging two Emmys and two Golden Globe Awards. Before Sharon became a Hollywood Walk of Famer, she already had her own star early in 1995.

She first became the bride of producer Barney Rosenzweig in 1991 whom she met at the set of Cagney & Lacey. There’s no stopping this ‘70’s star as she recently took the part of Zsa Zsa Harper Jenkinson for two episodes in the hit TV show, Casualty in 2018.

Britt Ekland – 1942

Britt Ekland’s acting career was at an all-time high during the ’60s and the ’70s. She is best known for her roles in movies like Get Carter and The Night They Raided Minsky’s. Some of you might also recognize her for being the Bond girl in the movie, The Man with the Golden Gun.  Ekland isn’t a busy actress anymore but she can boast of having a $22-million fortune. People saw her opulent lifestyle when she starred in the Swedish reality show called Svenska Hollywoodfruar. Her last TV appearance was on Let’s Dance in 2018.

Britt is 78 right now and the way she has embraced aging is absolutely graceful and praiseworthy. The mother of three used to be among the most talked about and photographed stars in the world during the 70s decade and we wouldn’t be wrong to say that she is still hugely popular. Ekland was portrayed on screen by Helena Mattsson in My Dinner with Herve, the 2018 film.

Stefanie Powers – 1942

Remember the gorgeous lady who played Jennifer Hart in the mystery series Hart to Hart? She was on the show for five seasons, which made her a household name. While most people still recognize her as Jennifer Hart, the actual name of this two time Emmy Award Nominee is Stefanie Powers.

It has been a few decades since the show went off the air. And the actress went on to feature in numerous other movies and television shows. She continues to stay active in the entertainment industry despite being in her 70s.

Banking on all the success, she has a fortune of $10 million. This makes it possible for her to afford all the luxuries in the world. We hope the gorgeous lady stays in great shape and health and enjoys her retirement years in happiness and contentment.

Philip Michael Thomas – 1949

Philip Michael Thomas shot to fame with the show Miami Vice, playing the character Ricardo Tubb with great success. He went on to play roles in numerous films in movies and television. His first attention-grabbing role was Coonskin. Thomas also played a role in the Grand Theft Auto: Vice City and the Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories. He also released a music album, Living the Book of My Life.

The 70-year-old has been a prolific actor and a paparazzi favorite. He is also the dad of six daughters and five sons with one step-daughter as well. His salt and pepper look gives a whole new dimension to his persona.

We hope Thomas continues to do well in life and follows a healthy lifestyle as we know he has stayed away from various vices, and he is a vegetarian! We love his work and personality, and we hope he continues to lead a good life.

Bolo Yeung – 1946

Yang Sze, also popular as Bolo Yeung, is truly a man with multiple talents. Western martial arts cinemas would never have reached their zenith of success without Bolo Yeung in it. Often cited as the Chinese Hercules, Yeung is famous for his typical wicked portrayals in a string of action classics like entering the Dragon, Bloodsport, Double Impact, and Fearless Tiger.

One of the most striking bad guys of vintage action flicks has proved his worth portraying ethical characters in the films like Shootfighter 1 and 2. He also worked with legendary actors Jean-Claude Van Damme and Bruce Lee to show off an impressive portfolio.

The iconic bodybuilder of Cineworld is still going strong even in his mid-70s. Being active at this age, he must have worked on his lifestyle to improve his overall well-being. Also, credit goes to his healthy diet and zeal of living.

Joe Pesci – 1943

Joseph Frank Pesci is a popular actor and musician who is popular for playing volatile characters in a variety of genres. If seeing him makes you laugh, it’s probably because you can’t forget him after watching Home Alone! Joe Pesci played Harry Lime in the Home Alone movie series and since then he really made a huge impression on his fans as a talented comedian. He’s also remembered for playing Vincent Gambini in Good Fellas next to Roberto Di Niro.

While this volatile actor has since then retired from his acting career, we’re hoping he’ll come back soon! He made his debut in 1961 and had an immensely successful career in 1999. He made a comeback in 2006 and has been going strong to this day. The actor wanted to lead a life away from the camera, which is why he hung up his boots in 1999 and enjoyed life away from the glam world.

Paul Hogan – 1939

The fearless crocodile poacher from the movie Crocodile Dundee is none other than Paul Hogan. With his excellent comic performance in the movie, he has been awarded a Golden Globe and also an Academy Award nomination as best actor. Later he started his television show called The Paul Hogan Show on the Nine Network of Australia.

A true son of the soil, Hogan never let an opportunity go to promote his homeland Australia worldwide. He featured in many commercials promoting Australian tourism. Also, he starred in the Australian TV series Anzacs, and the critics highly acclaimed his role.

Based on the lifestyle of Hogan the Seven Network of Australia made a miniseries in 2017 where Josh Lawson captured the true essence of Hogan. Paul Hogan is still alive and with a huge net worth that he amassed throughout his acting career, he’s living a peaceful life with his family.

Batista – 1969

David Michael Bautista Jr. also goes by his ring name Batista is a former professional wrestler who is popular for his strength, agility, and athleticism to the entire WWE fans. Even after he retired from the show, the 6ft 6in beast has ventured into a new profession, acting.

His evil character in the movie The Man with the Iron Fists was highly acclaimed by the critics, while the Guardians of the Galaxy were a huge commercial success. He played the Marvel character Drax the Destroyer in that film. It’s indeed a wise decision for him to dedicate his time to Hollywood, a great way to accumulate some savings.

He kicked off his WWE journey in 1999, and his rise was meteoric. He was one time World Heavyweight Champion and won the WWE Championship twice. After a brief break, he returned to WWE again in 2013 and won the 2014 Royal Rumble.

Bob Eubanks – 1938

Robert Leland Eubanks had gained a typical fan following an American TV game show host and disc jockey. The popular game shows The Newlywed Game was the major landmark in his life. The revamped version of Card Sharks air from 1986 to 1989 was another show that boosted his career by several notches.

Bob is 82 now. He had received a star for all the work he did on TV in 2000 and was given the honorary award at the prestigious Hollywood Walk of Fame. Five years later, he also received the lifetime achievement Emmy award from the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.

In 2004, he married Deborah and the two are quite happy in their marital life. Though Bob has aged, it’s amazing how he keeps inspiring several others.  All through his career, he has amassed enough and that means his savings would seem him through the rest of his life.

Phil Collins – 1951

Phil is best remembered as the drummer/singer for the famous rock band “Genesis,” and definitely as a solo artist. He has proven his might after juggling acting, singing and songwriting, record producer, and performing as a multi-instrumentalist. His knowledge of music is simply unparalleled. Raised in London, the 69-year old sensation had also released his autobiography in 2016 and 2019, completed ‘Not Dead Yet Tour.’

With a net worth of more than $260 million, we know his investments are aplenty. The fact he bagged seven US and three UK number one singles in 6 years has added more to his already shining career.

Collins is an adorable man. For a long time, he suffered in numerous ways and that broke the hearts of millions of fans. Also, retirements and personal issues bothered him. But hope lurked behind in the form of his reuniting with ex-wife, Orianne. Wow!

Emil Minty – 1972

Everybody remembers the Feral Kid from Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior. The character helped him to attain international fame as a child artist. Surprisingly, he didn’t utter a word in the film but still exhibited his captivating acting skill that moved adults and infants alike. Thanks to the director Mel Gibson who gave him a chance to showcase his talent.

His Hollywood career was short-lived after the movie Mad Max> Minty retired himself from the Cineworld to concentrate on a different line of profession. Before retirement, he played a few minor roles in films like Fluteman, The Winds of Jarrah, A Country Practice,, etc.

The celebrated child actor of the Mad Max series is now sitting far away from the hustle and bustle of Hollywood to enjoy a peaceful life with his family. He’s currently a Jeweler and living the life of a successful businessman. We’re sure he’ll be able to keep the bankruptcy at bay.

Chris Evert Lloyd – 1954

We all know the World’s former No.1 Female American Tennis Player, Chris Evert Lloyd? The professional success she experienced was unmatched to that of her peers. However, her personal life was full of challenges. But that did not deter her, and she came out stronger than ever, every single time!

Her three children are all grown up, and the 18 Grand Slam winner is continuously pursuing fitness. She now makes a living as a tennis sports commentator on ESPN. So, it looks like retirement cannot keep her away from her first love – Tennis!

Besides all this, she also offers to coach at a Tennis Academy.  Her steady earnings have helped her build up huge net worth. She is also currently trying her hand at tennis apparel. We think she is one strong woman and can overcome any hurdle that comes her way. Well, we wish her good luck with all her future endeavors. She is certainly a woman who can be master of all she does.

Tony Little – 1956

Mr. Tony Little on T.V. shows is famous for his infomercials, Gazelle. The personal trainer T.V. fitness icon with a long blonde mane is “America’s Personal Trainer.” He is encouraging Americans to get back into shape. Little was born in Ohio, USA, and was nursing a long-cherished dream of becoming a personal fitness trainer. He moved to Tampa, Florida, to pursue the same.

Apart from building a fitness career, he has also been an actor, acting in various films.  You may hear of the Celebrity Paranormal Project and The Pumpkin Karver. He walked down the aisle with Mellissa Hall in 2009 and has two children with her. Apart from being a prolific businessman, he is also super proud of his antique collection.

He also has a thing for vintage cars, adding eight of them to his enviable fleet. Little also went ahead and published a book, “There’s Always a Way: to Develop a Positive Mindset.”  It chronicles his life, all his tragedies, and successes and is an inspiring read in short!

Fabio Lanzoni – 1959

You may have seen Fabio Lanzoni as the ultimate romance novel cover model. The hunky dude began his career as a model as early as 19 as he modeled for fashion and catalog model for Ford. As he was continuously trying to model on the US shores U.S., he became a dual citizen in the U.S. and Italy.

Modeling career aside, Fab was soon noticed by Hollywood big wigs and went onto win many awards and accolades. He then became the spokesperson of “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!” advertising.

He was also a part of Oral-B and Geek Squad advertising. Fabio has successfully driven away from his financial woes with his California career, and nothing could deter him, not even a burglary at his home. Garnering an impressive net worth, he is also trying to put his fingers in several pies, including a casual clothing line for women, his fitness book, and not to forget his Fabio Fitness videos. He is also into building a business in supplements for body-builders.

Eric Clapton – 1945

For those who’ve never developed an ear to blues music, it’s time to listen to the talent-head Eric Clapton. Regardless of your preference and likes, Eric’s melodious tunes would get you listening to him. The English rock and blues guitarist has been the only person inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame thrice! He also ranked second in “Rolling Stone”s list of ‘100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time’, fourth in Gibson’s ‘Top 50 Guitarists of All Time’ and number 5 in ‘The Top 10 Best Electric Guitar Players’ by the Time magazine.

At 75, Eric is still very active as a musician who performed just recently (last year) at the ‘Crossroads festival.’  His countless achievements give a sneak peek into the treasures and wealth reserves he has accumulated over the years.

Clapton is linked to several charitable units and keeps maintaining contact with them, occasionally performing too. His last solo album was released in 2018 called Happy Xmas.