Golden Age Stars Who Are Still Alive And Rocking It In Retirement!

Elizabeth Hurley, Born in 1965 – Bedazzled

Elizabeth Hurley is one of the most well-known English actresses and models in the world. She has starred in numerous projects and has also done some modeling work. In addition to her successful career, she is also known for being a very glamorous person.

Hurley started off her big screen career with the film Aria. She has since appeared in such films as Bedazzled, Serving Sara, and The Weight of Water. In 2011, she began starring as “Diana Payne” in the American teen drama Gossip Girl. Elizabeth has also appeared on TV shows as a protagonist, The Royals, and Runaways. In 2001, she launched her own clothing line, which was extremely profitable.

Elizabeth Hurley, Born in 1965 – Bedazzled

Joanna Lumley, Born in 1946 – Absolutely Fabulous

Joanna Lamond Lumley, popularly known as Joanna Lumley, is a legendary English actress and author. She is often praised for her work in film, television, as well as theater. In addition to her successful career, Lumley is also known for her activism and charity work. She has been involved with numerous charities over the years.

Some of her renowned work as a Philanthropist includes the role of the Gurkha Justice Campaign’s public face, which she took on in 2008. Further, Lumley narrated Survival International’s documentary, Mine: Story of a Sacred Mountain. In addition, she also provided writing for the book We Are One: A Celebration of Tribal Peoples, which benefited Survival.

Tracy Shaw, Born in 1973 – Coronation Street

Tracy Shaw is an English actress who starred in Coronation Street as Maxine Peacock for nearly eight years, from May 1995 until January 2003. Shaw went on a brief pop career in 1998. ‘Happenin’ All Over Again,’ her debut single, reached No. 46 in the UK charts.

Soon enough, she became the face of supermarket Kwik Save after leaving the Street in 2003. She starred as Miranda Power in the BBC3 drama series Grease Monkeys in 2007 and has previously appeared in minor roles in Mile High, Doctors, and Casualty. In 2012, Tracy appeared as a ghost in a charity sketch for Text Santa, reprising her role as Maxine.

Bo Derek, Born In 1956

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.

Connie Stevens, Born In 1938 – Hawaiian Eye

Connie Stevens charmed her way into Hollywood after she portrayed the lovely Cricket in the massively popular 1959 series, ‘Hawaiian Eye.’ Not only is she an exceptional actress, but Stevens has dabbled in music too, and was quite successful at it with over 9 studio albums released.

The blond star remains active in the industry and has recently appeared in the 2019 film titled ‘By the Rivers of Babylon.’ During her downtime, Stevens bonds with family in her beautiful Studio City ranch house – she has figured out a great work-life balance from the looks of it!

Linda Evans, Born In 1942 – Dynasty

TV stars come and go, but Linda Evans is unforgettable thanks to her magnificent performance as Krystle Carrington in ‘Dynasty.’ Prestigious award-giving bodies noticed her exceptional work, and she was eventually honored with a ‘Golden Globe Award’ for Best Actress in 1981.

Evans was mostly present on television from the sixties until the late nineties, where she hosted the ‘European Soundmix Show’ in 1997 before she finally called it quits in showbusiness. Fans surely miss the veteran star, but her active social media presence makes up for her absence on screen!

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