Celebrities Who Are Still Alive & You Probably Didn’t Know

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.

Julie Christie, Born in 1940 – Darling

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.

Rebecca De Mornay, Born in 1959 – Risky Business

American actress and producer, Rebecca De Mornay’s career was always going to be successful. Still, it rose to prominence after her breakthrough role in the ’80s film ‘Risky Business’ alongside now superstar, Tom Cruise.

Since then, Rebecca has gone on to feature in several films and television shows. She even starred in a music video for the soft rock band ‘Starship!’ Now, she’s still expanding her already impressive resume in her sixties. We look forward to seeing what more she has in store for us in the years to come!

Bo Derek, Born In 1956 – 10

Lauded for her ethereal beauty, Bo Derek took the world by storm after she appeared in a series of movies like ‘Tarzan, the Ape Man’ and ’10,’ directed by her then-husband at the time of its release. Her gorgeous looks weren’t limited to the cinemas alone as she was also featured in magazine covers more than once!

Now in her sixties, Derek considers herself to be in semi-retirement. Still, she makes the occasional red-carpet appearance, especially now that she has found love once again in John Corbett. Aside from media events, Derek allots time for other causes targeted to animal welfare and veterans’ affairs.

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