Michael Parkinson, Born in 1935- Parkinson

Michael Parkinson is a British broadcaster, and author. He is the host of his talk show, Parkinson, from 1971 to 1982 and then from 1998 to 2007. Along with being the presenter of this show, Michael has presented different talk shows as well. Apart from working in T.V., he also stepped into radio broadcasting.

During the 60s, Michael was the reporter of a daily news magazine show Twenty Four Hours aired on BBC1. Parkinson has also worked in the T.V. drama movie Ghostwatch and a romantic comedy, Love Actually. Michael has worked in different talk shows, interviewing many celebrities, including Meg Ryan, which turned into a controversial interview.

Julie Christie, Born in 1940 – Darling

The British actress is an icon from the ‘Swinging Sixties’ and has several laurels to her name. Throughout her career, she has received an Oscar, a BAFTA Award, A Golden Globe, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. Moreso, six of the films she appeared in are in BFI Top 100 British Films.

Julie’s breakthrough film performance was in Billy Lair in 1963. However, it was her role in Darling that brought her international recognition. She bagged the Academy Award for Best Actress for the movie Darling. The former actress is active in various philanthropic causes to date. Julie has been married to journalist Duncan Campbell.

Petula Clark, Born in 1932 – Sailor

Petula Clark is a British composer, singer, and actress. Her professional career started amidst the Second World War for BBC Radio as a child entertainer. The first UK hit of hers was The Little Shoemaker; she also began recording in French within the next two years. Later, at the age of 12, Petula was discovered by movie director Maurice Elvey. She was cast in his war drama Medal for the General.

From thereon, it was all upwards and onwards for Petula. She starred in several television shows and movies. Later in 1950, Clark launched her own afternoon show called Petula Clark. Pet’s Parlour.

Julie Christie, Born in 1940- Swinging Sixties

Murphy Christie was an icon of the Swinging Sixties and known for her numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe and Oscar. In 1997, she received the BAFTA Fellowship that is awarded to just one person annually. It is presented for the outstanding contributions in television or film either behind the scenes or on screen

This beautiful star remains active in the industry and has played a variety of roles. However, she is best known for her role as a “sexy Bohemian” grandmother. In 2011, Julie starred alongside  Amanda Seyfried and Shiloh Fernandez in the Red Riding Hood movie. Her most recent film project was The Company You Keep in 2012.

Twiggy, Born in 1949- The Boy Friend

Dame Lesley Lawson is widely known as Twiggy for her thin body structure. She is an English model, actress, and singer, considered beautiful with big eyes, long eyelashes, and short hair despite having an androgynous appearance. In 1966 Twiggy was named “The Face of 1966” by Daily Express, and following the same year, she was voted as British Woman of the Year.

Later in 1967, Twiggy was a successful model in France, Japan, and the U.S.A. for Vogue and The Tatler’s covers. Also, by 1971, her performance in Boy Friend, she took home two Golden Globe Awards. Currently, Twiggy and her husband, Leigh Lawson, reside in London.