Shocking Before And After Pictures Of Famous Golden Age Stars Who Are Still Alive Today
Chaka Khan (Born In 1953) – Ain’t Nobody
Whether as part of a band or on her own, Chaka Khan turned heads with her amazing musical abilities as a singer and songwriter with her funky style and R&B musicality. She has gained a pretty large fan base in over five decades of her career and she has made some landmark records as well.
After selling about 70 million records globally and winning ten Grammys, Khan must have made enough to not worry about financial planning in retirement. And it’s not as if she has even shown any indication it will happen soon seeing as she joined the YouTuber Todrick Hall on his album in 2021.
Ralph Carter (Born In 1961) – Good Times
Ralph Carter is a famous star of the ’70s who many Americans adore because of his role in the family drama sitcom “Good Times.” His dream was always to one day be on the big stage, and today he has a level of fame that he probably never dreamt of.
His career in Broadway began at only nine years old, and he received a few awards in his time. He later founded an organization called We Are Linden to help youths in the east side community with their issues. On January 17, 2022, the group came out to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Dawn French (Born In 1957) – The Vicar of Dibley
The British comedy scene cannot hurriedly forget Dawn French as part of the French and Saunders duo, who ran a fantastic comedy sketch career for about two decades. They both made a lot of money and gained widespread popularity, especially among English and American audiences.
French has taken her career even further as an actress, appearing in notable movies like “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” and “The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.” Her last role was in 2020 when she starred in the film “Roald & Beatrix: The Tail of the Curious Mouse.”
Priscilla Presley (Born In 1945) – N*ked Gun
Priscilla Presley became well-known because of her marriage to the legendary King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, and after his death, became the chairwoman of Elvis Presley Enterprises which turned his estate into a tourist attraction. That was the beginning of her deep dive into entrepreneurship although she had started a business after her separation from Elvis.
Priscilla also dabbled in acting for some time and featured in the three “N*ked Gun” films as well as in the TV series “Dallas.” Lately, she speaks up about animal rights and produced a short documentary in 2020 “Land of the Free: Animal Trafficking Redefined.”
Cybill Shepherd (Born In 1950) – The Last Picture Show
We remember the iconic actress and former model Cybill Shepherd who began making moves towards fame in her teenage days. At 18, she won a national beauty contest which was the starting point of her career in television because a director discovered her after it and cast her in the movie “The Last Picture Show.”
She got to win awards in the movie industry and has featured in many projects up to date. After five decades in the industry she is still making waves and was featured in the 2021 TV series “Guilty Party.”
Susan Howard (Born In 1944) – Dallas
The “Dallas” star Susan Howard has a lot of acting credits to her name, most of which were between the ’70s and ’80s. Apart from acting, she is a reputable screenwriter and dabbles in political activism as well.
She has devoted most of her youth to the entertainment industry and even in her golden years, she continues to dominate as an iconic actress. She has also aged gracefully and it’s hard to tell her age from just her looks. In 2022, she continues to enjoy retirement from the big screens and is still an advocate for gun rights.
Linda Gray (Born In 1940) – Dallas
Linda Gray was also a part of the cast in the soap opera “Dallas” which was the tipping point of her career, as she went on from there to feature in more iconic films that some of the top actors we have today also featured.
She has kept her youthful features over the years which would make anyone who sees her downsize her age by at least 20 years. Gray has continued to be a part of the industry even when many stars her age have long retired. In the wake of the pandemic in 2020, she also featured on an episode of “Stars in the House.”
Johnny Mathis (Born In 1935) – Johnny’s Greatest Hits
Johnny Mathis redefined romantic music in his time and and you know how it goes with love songs; his popularity only continued to soar. He became a famous singer and songwriter whose songs ranked pretty well on the Billboard charts and are still popular hits today like “Gina.”
Appearing on “The Ed Sullivan Show” also boosted his popularity in the late ’50s and his album “Johnny’s Greatest Hits” endured in the top Billboard 200 for a record nine and a half years. Today he’s still touring and his “The Voice of Romance Tour” played at Johnny Mercer’s Theater on January 14, 2022.
Wesley Snipes (Born In 1962) – Blade
Wesley Snipes is a popular name in the movie industry and his greatest work was as the MCU character Blade in the Blade franchise. His career is a storied one with ups and downs which eventually culminated in him becoming an award-winning actor and owning his own production company.
We’re not sure if after almost five decades, Snipes is still skilled in martial arts, but his acting skills are still as amazing as ever and he has been part of the industry for almost four decades. In 2021, he played the role of General Izzi in the movie sequel “Coming 2 America.”
Judi Dench (Born In 1934) – Shakespeare In Love
Among the most versatile actresses to ever storm the movie industry is Judi Dench who is considered a legendary icon in Great Britain. She trained in classical acting and one of her most iconic early roles was the depiction of Queen Victoria in “Mrs Brown.”
However, she is mostly beloved for her role as James Bond’s boss, M, a role she played in several movies of the franchise up until “Skyfall.” Today she is still dominating our screens despite being at an age where many would already require elder care. In July 2021, she appeared in the movie “Off The Rails.”
Kate Winslet (Born In 1975) – Titanic
Kate Winslet is best known for her lead role in James Cameron’s “Titanic,” which propelled her career to unimaginable heights. She has went on to feature in several other movies and has even won an Oscar as Best Actress for her role in “The Reader.”
Even after a few decades have passed, she is still one of the most influential women in the world as well as a fan favorite on the big screen. Recently, she has taken up the lead role in the ongoing highly rated TV series “Mare of Easttown.”
Chaka Khan (Born In 1953) – Ain’t Nobody
Whether as part of a band or on her own, Chaka Khan turned heads with her amazing musical abilities as a singer and songwriter with her funky style and R&B musicality. She has gained a pretty large fan base in over five decades of her career and she has made some landmark records as well.
After selling about 70 million records globally and winning ten Grammys, Khan must have made enough to not worry about financial planning in retirement. And it’s not as if she has even shown any indication it will happen soon seeing as she joined the YouTuber Todrick Hall on his album in 2021.
Mia Farrow (Born In 1945) – Peyton Place
Mia Farrow was brought up in the heart of the entertainment industry, in the famed Beverly Hills and as a result, eventually ventured into her own career at the age of 19. She had access to this life as the eldest daughter of John Farrow, an Australian movie director.
Her career skyrocketed in the ’60s and she originally gained recognition for her role in the soap opera “Peyton Place.” She has proven herself an amazing actress winning a golden globe award and also gained fame when she married Frank Sinatra. In 2021 she revealed the story of Woody Allen in the documentary “Allen v. Farrow.”
Ally Sheedy (Born In 1962) – The Breakfast Club
Ally Sheedy is best remembered for her outcast role in “The Breakfast Club.” She had started featuring in stage productions right from her teenage days and debuted her first feature on the big screens in “Bad Boys.” She was the most active in her career during the ’80s but still hasn’t slowed down today, almost five decades into that career.
Although Sheedy’s success is inspirational, she wasn’t always into the acting business. She wanted to be a dancer but eventually switched her focus to acting and we’re glad she did. She became a guest on “Good Morning America” in January 2022.
Pam Grier (Born In 1949) – Jackie Brown
The first female action star, as Pam Grier has been dubbed, is a title she earned because of dominant female roles in films like “Foxy Brown.” There’s no disputing her legendary status in the industry which she has built up over the years despite the break she took from acting in the ’90s.
When she returned to the screen, she easily flourished and even won a Best Actress award for her first role in “Jackie Brown.” Grier has survived the industry for some years and she was featured in the TV series “Bless This Mess,” which ran two seasons from 2019 to 2020.
Lou Ferrigno (Born in 1951) – Hulk
Lou Ferrigno, born in 1951, is a towering figure in the worlds of entertainment and fitness. His iconic portrayal of the Hulk in the 1970s TV series “The Incredible Hulk” cemented his legacy as a pop culture icon. Ferrigno’s journey to stardom began with his passion for bodybuilding, which he pursued as a teenager. He quickly rose through the ranks, winning the Mr. Universe title and becoming a formidable competitor alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Beyond his Hulk persona, Ferrigno has ventured into diverse acting roles in film and television, including “Pumping Iron” and “Hercules.” His distinctive voice has also brought the Hulk character to life in various animated series and films. Ferrigno’s dedication to fitness and his enduring impact on popular culture are undeniable.
Jodie Foster (Born In 1962) – The Silence Of The Lambs
One of the multi-award-winning icons of her generation is Jodie Foster who debuted her acting on the big screen at only 13 years old. She quickly advanced in her career from acting to directing and has been delivering some iconic work ever since including directing some episodes of fan favorite TV shows like “House of Cards” and “Orange Is the New Black.”
She has gained enough recognition to be inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame and still hasn’t slowed down up to date. In 2021, she was awarded her third Golden Globe Award for her performance in the movie “The Mauritanian.”
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