Max Baer Jr., Born in 1937 – The Birdmen
Do you wonder what happened to Max Baer Jr., the handsome young man who played the part of dim-witted Jethro Bodine on ‘The Beverly Hillbillies?’ Well, since the man’s breakthrough show, he appeared on other TV programs like ‘Love, American Style’ and ‘Vacation Playhouse.’
He then devoted his life to various philanthropic activities in the industry, helping ardent artists to pursue their dreams! Now, that is a gentleman who loved the arts and wasn’t afraid to show it. And we are ever so lucky as Max still walks the face of the earth in his eighties, and we hope we could say the same in 10 years!
ROBBY BENSON (AGE 66 YEARS)
Robby Benson is a prominent actor, singer, director, and educator. The multi-talented artist started off his acting career with Broadway. He is most famous for his role as the voice of the “Beast” in the Disney animated picture Beauty and the Beast. As a director, Robby has shown his directorial expertise in several episodes of the sitcom Friends.
Aside from featuring in numerous films and television shows, namely, Wait Until Dark, Lucky Lady, Ode to Billy Joe, Remember When, and The Legend of Prince Valiant. He also taught at the Tisch School of the Arts, the University of Utah, and the University of South Carolina, among other universities in the US.
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.
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.
