The life of a celebrity is so ‘in your face’ and invasive, that we get to see even the tiniest detail of their lives. The media coverage never stops for them. But then one day when they get older, some of them may plan their retirement or find quieter activities to participate in. They slowly fade from the limelight to the point where you’re not even sure if they’re
Dick Van Dyke – 94, $35 Million
The lovable Dick Van Dyke is now 87 years old, but he’s worth $35 million and doesn’t need to worry about money for the rest of his life. Van Dyke is living with his wife, Arlene, in their beautiful home, enjoying their golden years. And it’s all made possible by the millions he made from the movies and television series he starred in for years such as Night at the Museum and Dick Tracy, plus his self-titled CBS shows. Now, that’s reaping your rewards from a lifetime of achievements! Dick won a Tony, a Grammy, five Primetime Emmys and is a Television Hall of Famer.
Dolores Hart – 82, Unknown Net Worth
Dolores Hart captured the hearts of many fans in her youth. Her good looks had people catching their breaths! Her big-screen debut was with the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll himself—Elvis Presley! But she was to drop a shocking bombshell on her biggest fans in the ‘60s—she gave up her successful career and joined the Abbey of Regina Laudis, a Connecticut monastery. It’s admirable that she opted to follow a higher calling than to pursue money and fame endlessly. To this very day, Dolores serves her monastic community in the abbey.
Cheryl Tiegs – 73, $30 Million
As a model, Cheryl Tiegs managed to create photographs that would, in turn, decorate houses and bedrooms throughout the States. She might not be as active as she was in the ‘70s and ‘80s, but everyone that’s lived through these decades remembers her to the very day. Cheryl is now 72 years old and has a $30 million fortune. In fact, in late 2019, she listed her $18.5-million mansion in Bel Air on the market. Some of her most famed projects had been appearing in numerous Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues but also on the cover of TIME magazine.
Cloris Leachman – 94, $21 Million
Cloris Leachman has her acting career to thank for her $21-million net worth. She first rose to fame after taking part in the 20th Miss America beauty pageant. Her acting skills put her on The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and later on the spinoff series Phyllis during the 1970s. Cloris is not officially retired and was last seen on the hit TV reality series Celebrity Wife Swap in 2015 and she had a role in the TV series American Gods. So her wealth has the potential to climb even higher. We definitely don’t mind being entertained by this 93-year-old beauty.
Michael Richards – 71, $45 Million
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Ann McCrea – 89 – $12 Million
Those of you who remember The Donna Reed Show will recognize Ann Mcrea for her portrayal of Midge Kelsey in the series from 1963 until 1966. Before she became an actress, Ann worked as a model until acting roles started to emerge. She first appeared in an episode of Death Valley Days and then anded her first credited film role in Sweethearts on Parade in 1953. Ann’s final acting role was in 1971, but she is still a member of the Donna Reed Foundation for the performing arts. She enjoys her golden years with her husband in Westlake Village.
Ed Asner – 91, $12.5 Million
Ed Asner earned most of his wealth through his portrayal of the titular role in the show Lou Grant and as the same character on The Mary Tyler Moore Show. Although part of his wealth came from the military and from authoring books, a sizable portion was earned for performing. Whoever said becoming an entertainer doesn’t pay, hasn’t met Ed. After so many years, this funnyman is still laughing and doesn’t intend to stop. Ed was also Screen Actors Guild’s president at one time and in recent years, he guest-starred in The Good Wife.
Eva Marie Saint – 99, $20 Million
Eva Marie Saint is a well-known actress whose career began in 1946. Perhaps her most celebrated roles were in On the Waterfront, which won Eva an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, and in North by Northwest by Alfred Hitchcock. Those two roles brought Eva the most fame while she was initially making money working primarily on TV. The actress chose movie roles based on how much they interested her, rather than how much it paid. In On the Waterfront, she has shared the screen with Marlon Brando. Eva’s most recent performance was in Winter’s Tale and she had a voice role in The Legend of Korra.
Jerry Lee Lewis – 85, $15 Million
Known as Rock and Roll’s first great wild man, Jerry Lee Lewis rode to fame on hits such as Whole Lotta Shakin Goin On and Great Balls of Fire. He is named as one of the greatest artists of all time, even though he didn’t have much luck with his rankings on music charts. His energetic in-demand live performances were more expensive than average, contributing to his wealth. He also didn’t have much luck with wives—he’s presently on his seventh one, with four divorces.
Beverly Cleary – 102, $100 Million
As a highly successful author, Beverley Cleary has sold more than 90 million copies of children’s literature books worldwide. That’s millions of dollars in royalties! She created Ribsy, Henry Huggins, Ralph S. Mouse, and other loveable characters, found in books like Henry and the Paper Route, Fifteen, and Socks. The author has been hailed as a living legend by the Library of Congress, and her work was adapted into the 2010 movie Ramona and Beezus. Such a legacy!
Jackie Mason – 92, $9 Million
At the age of 25, Jackie Mason resigned from his position as ordained rabbi in order to become a comedian! His irreverent brand of comedy has been largely the one-man stand up on-stage type, which has really worked for him. The wild success of his road show Politically Incorrect is a testimony to this. It might not have given him blisters and bunions, but it sure made Bill Maher mad. Mason also angered Ed Sullivan some time back. But for him, more controversy equals more money and a greater net worth.
Chuck Yeager – 97, $1.5 Million
Chuck Yeager was the first person to break the sound barrier, by flying the X-I at Mach 1.07 at 45,000 feet. As a test pilot following the Second World War, he broke a number of speed and altitude barriers before retiring from the Air Force in 1975. Hollywood went on to give him a nod in the film The Right Stuff. Now some might say that a net worth of $1.5 million is not a lot, but a financial advisor would tell you that since Yeager made it while being a government employee, it’s a pretty penny.
June Lockhart – 95, $10 Million
American actress June Lockhart was very big in the ‘50s and ‘60s, and she has translated this into acting roles coming through to the present. She is most widely recognized for her starring roles on the television series Lassie, Lost in Space, and Petticoat Junction. This started a good base of earnings for her. Lockhart is also a Tony Award-winning Broadway star, with two stars of the Hollywood Walk of Fame. No wonder she was able to keep her career going!
Robert Clary – 94, Unknown Net Worth
Singer Robert Clary is a survivor of the World War 2 Nazi concentration camps. As a teenager, he would perform for the soldiers every two weeks. This helped to keep him alive and sane. Upon release, he returned to France and resumed his singing career. Soon, he was popular again not only in France but also in the US and on Broadway. In 2001, he wrote his memoir as he settled in to enjoy his retirement investment.
David Attenborough – 92, $35 Million
British broadcaster and naturalist David Attenborough is one of UK’s treasures with the work he has done with animals. Attenborough always loved nature. To this end, he pursued a degree in Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge. He did military service and afterward began working for British broadcasting outfit BBC, finally beginning to build his asset base. Doing primarily natural history shows, this broadcaster is most famous for his own nature documentaries in which he makes it a point to narrate footage in his unique way.
Tony Bennett – 91, $200 Million
If you’ve ever been to a Tony Bennett show, you would not forget his incredible voice that has been thrilling audiences since the 1950s. Like so many, he also did military service but afterward became a hit machine—churning out show tunes and jazz music. Couple that with his improv style, he’s definitely a unique singer and performer. And we can conclude that matters like financial planning in retirement doesn’t concern him, because he seems to want to keep performing forever. He remains relevant, teaming up with younger hit singers like Christina Aguilera and Lady Gaga.
Agnetha Faltskog (lead singer of ABBA) – 69, $200 Million
Agnetha Faltskog belonged to one of the most successful groups in the history of the music industry—the Swedish phenomenon ABBA. They overtook the world by storm with their upbeat tunes and fun lyrics and became an international success. Before becoming a worldwide superstar, Agnetha had released solo records and continued to do so after ABBA decided to separate. However, after years of media frenzy and being a subject of celebrity news, she decided to stay away from the spotlight for almost two decades. The group announced in April 2019 that they will be releasing a remastered version of their Voulez-Vous album in the same year.
Gloria Henry – 95, $700K
Gloria Henry’s big break in acting came in the television sitcom, Dennis the Menace. And with fame finally came a regular flow of income. During the ’40s and ’50s Gloria had had roles in several ‘B’ films like Air Hostess, and guest appearances in TV shows like Perry Mason and My Little Margie. But she never made it to A-list films during her career. She retired in 2005, then broke it in 2012 to appear on an episode of Parks and Recreation. Though she had a fairly successful career, her earnings didn’t make it to the millions.
Marsha Hunt – 100, $8.5 Million
Marsha Hunt was one of those popular actresses blacklisted by Hollywood in the ‘50s under McCarthyism. Fortunately, she didn’t go bankrupt and was able to make a comeback. During her career spanning 73 years, she appeared in films like Born to the West, Pride and Prejudice, and Raw Deal. Hunt retired in 2008 and has been involving herself with humanitarian and progressive causes such as ending global hunger and promoting peace in developing countries.
Caren Marsh-Doll – 99, Unknown Net Worth
Caren Marsh-Doll was Judy Garland’s stand-in for The Wizard of Oz and Ziegfeld Girl. She never found fame as an actress despite her best efforts, so she became a dance instructor instead in 1956. Today, Marsh-Doll lives her life away from the public’s eye. She and fellow stunt double, Ambrose Schindler, are the last surviving members of The Wizard of Oz’s cast members that were actually on-screen. She doesn’t appear to be living in a retirement home, and Marsh-Doll volunteers as a dance therapy instructor at the Palm Springs Stroke Activity Center in California.
Nehemiah Persoff – 98, Unknown Net Worth
Nehemiah Persoff moved to New York and worked as an electrician for the city’s subway system while pursuing his career in theatre. He finally succeeded in 1948. Persoff soon started appearing in now-classic films like Some Like It Hot, The Greatest Story Ever Told, and Yentl. On television, he was cast in shows such as Alfred Hitchcock Presents and Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea. He had good money coming in but was forced to decrease his workload during the ‘80s due to health problems. Now retired, he finds therapy in painting in watercolors.
Loretta Lynn – 86, $60 Million
If you love country music, you’ll know that Loretta Lynn is the most awarded female country singer-songwriter, selling more than 45 million records worldwide. The singer racked up 13 hits in the top ten between 1966 and 1970. In 2006 alone, she made more than $65K from record sales. So it would be expected that this little lady would be worth $60 million in 2018. It’s left to be seen who she’ll leave it all to in her will. But until then, Loretta will continue to enjoy her cash.
Marge Champion – 98, Unknown Net Worth
Dancing at a young age, Marge Champion followed in the footsteps of her older show business sister. When Disney needed a model to create the dances and movements of Snow White in Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, they turned to young Champion. This dancer, choreographer, and actress wed her second actor/dancer George Gower, and the duo had their own dance-comedy TV series. At the end of her career, she was honored with The Douglas Watt Lifetime Achievement Award. Though her net worth is unknown, it’s estimated that her total career earnings are at $96 million.
Janis Paige – 95, Unknown Net Worth
Janis Paige found fame first as a singer and actress on Broadway with productions such as Remains To Be Seen. She then segued into starring in films and television shows and got a star on the Walk of Fame. With the fame came the money. But in the ‘50s, her acting career began to fade so she took her talents to Broadway starring in The Pajama Game. Television also benefitted from this legend, seeing her acting even in the ’80s and ‘90s on soaps General Hospital and Santa Barbara. She retired in 2001 leaving quite a legacy.
Mary Beth Peil – 78, $300K
Mary Beth Peil is a singer and actress who has enjoyed a successful career spanning more than four decades. It was in Broadway that her career took root, and she made her film debut in Jersey Girl, in 1992. She had several notable roles over the years, in films like Flags of Our Fathers, Best Day of My Life, and The List. She’s earned enough income during her career to settle down leisurely in her old age with perhaps a seniors’ insurance plan to back her up.
Shirley Eaton – 81, $9 Million
In the ‘50s and the ‘60s, Shirley Eaton was a name that was hard to miss! She was one of the most famous women of the time, a real blonde bombshell who was an epitome of health and vibrancy! She was actually referred to endearingly as “cockney blonde bombshell,” because of her London accent. It was in the movie Goldfinger that really got things going for Shirley Eaton in the ‘60s, where she took on the role of ‘the Bond girl.’
Angela Lansbury – 92, $70 Million
British by birth, Angela Lansbury became a naturalized citizen of the US in 1951. She found success there on Broadway—where she is well known for Meme, Gypsy, and Sweeney Todd—as well as on television and the big screen. Her classic movies are still being watched to this day. Her dedication to her career paid off as she is now worth millions, and is able to own a $2-million property in pricey New York City.
Jill St. John – 77, $10 Million
Shirley Eaton was not the only ‘Bond girl’ to have earned fame in Hollywood. Jill St. John appeared in Diamonds Are Forever. The movie must have been a massive success for Jill because it seems she dived straight into retirement planning after the film’s release. By 1972, she had deserted the Hollywood scene. She opted instead for a culinary career, even releasing her own cookbook. She dabbled in entrepreneurship with an Angora sweater business.
Faye Dunaway – 77, $40 Million
Faye Dunaway made it to the big screen after three years in Broadway stage performing through her portrayal of roles in hit movies like The Thomas Crown Affair and Bonnie and Clyde. She was married twice, first to Peter Wolf and then to Terry O’Neill, but unfortunately, both her marriages ended in divorce. Her TV debut was in 1965, in Seaway. She landed a couple minor roles and appearances in small movies.
Billy Dee Williams – 81, $7.5 Million
Billy Dee Williams had a great acting career that began in 1959 with the movie, The Last Angry Man. Now as a retired actor, he’s able to reflect on his success and live off of the results with a current net worth of $7.5 million. This wealth was garnered through working in film, television, and music. This is great for him because his strength is waning and the cost of American elder care can sometimes be a bit steep.
Joe Turkel – 90, $600K
As many men of his time did, Joe Turkel served in the Army. He did so for a respectable period of time until he kicked off a career he truly had an interest in – acting. He landed roles in a number of TV series as well as films. Over time, his portfolio grew, as did his bank balance. In Blade Runner, he performed a role that sent him on a steady rise in popularity. One key role is all it takes, it seems.
Britt Ekland – 75, $18 Million
Swedish actress Britt Ekland earned a name for herself in the ‘60s and the ‘70s with some popular film roles in films like Get Carter, The Wicker Man, and The Night They Raided Minsky’s. She also benefitted greatly from her role in The Man with the Golden Gun, which coined her as a ‘Bond girl.’ She released an autobiography to add to her income stream – Truly Britt. In her 70s, Britt seems to be following a certain diet plan as she looks great!
Diana Rigg– 79, $10 Million
Diana Rigg found fame in the ‘60s, with her portrayal of ‘Emma Peel’ in The Avengers. She may be approaching her twilight years, but that doesn’t stop her from bagging the big roles – like the one in the highly rated Game of Thrones, an HBO series. In her resumé, she has many credits to her name, like The Painted Veil, Rebecca, Julius Caesar, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Though she might have long secured a senior’s health insurance, she continues to act and earn her keep.
Tina Louise – 84, $6 Million
Tina Louise started out as many film actors and actresses do, as a stage actress. It was in the early ‘50s when she took to stage acing, and by 1958, she landed a role in God’s Little Acre. Her acting was superb in that she won a Golden Globe Award. She is quite the philanthropist, too; she took a chunk of her dough to donate to charity, for educating children and young adults across America. In 2015, she gave her career up to just enjoy the rest of her years.
Julie Newmar– 84, $100 Million
Julie Newmar is best recognized as ‘Catwoman’ from Batman. Though she acted in a number of films and TV shows, acting was not her only form of income. Julie ventured into the fashion and real estate. Between her acting, and other ventures, she has certainly proved to be a woman of many talents. She has managed to turn everything she touched into success, but that takes more than talent, of course! Newmar never remarried after a failed marriage, and she has only one child – who is afflicted with Down syndrome.
Loretta Swit– 80, $4 Million
While Loretta Swit’s parents couldn’t have been more wrong in thinking that her pursuing an acting career would not earn her a living, we don’t think Loretta herself imagined she would one day have $4 million to her name from her on-screen performances! Nevertheless, she pursued her dreams with commitment and she made an effort to do her best and it certainly paid off. The role she is most recognized for in her entire career in as ‘Margaret Houlihan’ in M*A*S*H. She hasn’t acted since the ‘90s, but she doesn’t need to, anyway!
Gavin MacLeod – 87, $10 Million
Gavin MacLeod’s most notable role in TV was in The Love Boat as ‘Captain Stubing.’ He is also known for his performances in The Mary Tyler Moore Show and McHale’s Navy. He has built a $10-million fortune, which is certainly no small change! When he isn’t raking in dough for his acting, he’s devoting time to religious activism and Christian preaching. MacLeod battled alcohol addiction and his determination and faith have saved him.
Valerie Harper – 78, $12 Million
Valerie Harper delivered a sensational performance in her supporting role in The Mary Tyler Moore Show – so much so that she later landed her own show, called Rhoda. In recent years, she made headlines for the wrong reasons – her health problems. She faced a chilling diagnosis of terminal brain cancer, but she hasn’t yet allowed her health to stop her career! She appears now and then on TV, and we wish her all the best.
Christopher Plummer – 88, $20 Million
This Canadian actor is most popular for playing Captain Georg Ludwig von Trapp in The Sound of Music. This fact is one of Canada’s biggest points of pride. And although he started acting so long ago and has amassed a sizeable net worth, he is not yet finished. Christopher Plummer received an Academy Award nomination recently for his amazing performance in The Beginners. He’s acted for more than 50 years, even on stage, and is the recipient of two Tony Awards.
Judd Hirsch – 83, $12 Million
Judd Hirsch is famous for playing ‘Alex Rieger’ in Taxi, the hit TV show that had viewers raving. While you may imagine that a man who has been acting for so many years and is in his eighties would prefer relaxing in retirement – that’s not the case for Judd Hirsch! He prefers to keep himself occupied, and what better way to do so than to do what he loves – act. Yes, he still acts even today. In 2017, he had a leading role in Superior Donuts, a CBS comedy.
Katharine Ross – 78, $5 Million
Katharine Ross was lucky to have landed herself roles in three movies that were highly successful in the ‘60s and the ‘70s. Whether the movies made her a celebrity or whether she made the movies successful is quite an interesting discussion, we imagine! However, she was nominated for an Academy Award and she also won a BAFTA Award for Best Actress, so she is indeed a very talented woman. She continues acting, though not nearly as much as she did before – no need, with her net worth of $5 million!
Rita Moreno – 86, $25 Million
Hispanic actress Rita Moreno appeared in Skydrift, a Broadway play, at the age of thirteen. She quickly attracted the attention of Hollywood agents, thanks to her talent and natural beauty. She is the proud recipient of an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy, and Tony awards! That accomplishment is one that she shares with only eleven other stars. She attracted a lot of publicity for her eight-year-long affair with Marlon Brando, though she dated Anthony Quinn and Elvis Presley in her time, too.
Ted Lange – 70, $4 Million
Ted Lange acted in The Love Boat, and his role in the popular series gained him popularity and also a best friend – his co-star, Gavin Macleod. Lange attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and acquired his degree from the institution. He participated in VH1’s Celebrity Fit Club in 2006, where he managed to slim down by losing 28 pounds of weight! He hasn’t made any TV appearances since 2014, but he has $4 million to get him by – which is far more than enough!
Harry Belafonte, 91 – $28 Million
Born back in the 1920s, Harry Belafonte made his best debut in Hollywood by acting in Bobby back in 2006. With a formal education in acting from New York Dramatic Workshop, this 91-year-old singer actor began his journey with folk-singing for various nightclubs, television, and recordings. One of the best Jamaican-American pop singer today, the King of Calypso can easily take care of himself without having to worry about his life insurance for the rest of his years. Hopefully, at least one of his four children will take over the legacy later on!
Rosemary Harris, 90 – $5 Million
While this 90-year-old actress has made her Hollywood career with several movies, she is best known for her later movies such as the Spider-man movie trilogy. This English actress even won an Academy Award among all the other awards she achieved with her hard work. While she recently went through the loss of her long-time husband, John Ehle, her net worth is just enough for her to live a comfortable life without having to depend on her daughter, Jennifer Ehle, who by the way is also on her way to becoming a top actress (like mother, like daughter!).
Barbara Walters, 88 – $7 Million
This television broadcaster from America has had a long career as a producer and a writer. She is best known for her special series The Barbara Walters Summer Special. Even though she is 88-years-old today, you can still catch her on The View, ABC Evening News and more (talk about an active woman!). With her work in the broadcasting business, she has made one of the highest paychecks the industry has ever witnessed. With only one child, Barbara can pass on her net worth but she will still be able to live a smooth lifestyle!
Joan Plowright, 88 – Unknown
If you do not already know about Joan, you might have seen her play a rich and extremely uptight old woman in comedy movie Bringing Down The House. But if you have kept up with old classics, you must have noticed her brilliant acting in 101 Dalmations. While the Enchanted April actress has now retired, this English actress has a career that lasted over 6 decades! While we cannot estimate her net worth yet, we are sure she is secured enough to live the high life forever!
Berry Gordy, 88 – $345 Million
Better known as Berry Gordy III, this American record executive and songwriter made his presence known by making the soundtrack for Guardians of The Galaxy (2014). If you do not already know this, Berry Gordy was previously a professional boxer (maybe that is why he is still going on strong!). Gordy is also a veteran since he served in the Korean War (we wonder if there is anything this man has not done!). With eight children, Gordon does not need to worry about losing his life insurance because with a net worth like that and an active career, Gordon can live like a king any day!
James Earl Jones, 87 – $45 Million
With a career span of over six decades, James is an American actor who is best known as one of the most versatile men in the industry due to his ability to portray each character with a unique angle. He began his successful and star-studded career with Stanley Kubrick and you will soon hear his voice over in the upcoming Lion King movie (because that’s his legacy!). While he went through a great loss after his wife Cecilia Hart passed away in 2016, the man is going on with his career with more strength than ever!
Piper Laurie, 86 – Unknown
While we all watched the recent Carrie movie with Chloë Grace Moretz, Piper Laurie was the first actress to play that gory role in the old Carrie movie. The Hustler actress even got a lot of Academy Awards nominations for playing her roles gracefully. While you might think that this stunning actress has retired at 86, the actress is currently in the process of making her debut in upcoming movie White Boy Rick.
Ellen Burstyn, 85 – $15 Million
An actress that comes from three different descents (Irish, German and French), Ellen Burstyn is well-known for the movies she starred in back in the 70s where she starred in The Exorcist, The Last Picture and more classic movies that we still watch today! The Academy Award-winning actress even made a debut in hit movie Interstellar. While we’re always on edge about teenagers started an early career, you must feel glad that Ellen left home to become a model at 18. Because otherwise, we might not have gotten to see her play such mesmerizing roles!
Nichelle Nichols, 85 – $8 Million
If you have watched Star Trek television series from the 60s, you will recognize Nichelle Nichols immediately. The singer, actress, voice-over artist and more rose to fame after her Star Trek debut as Uhura (a character that she developed on her own!). While she initially started her career as a singer in the show business, she immediately switched her career to acting. From the age of 16 and onwards, this actress has had a very hard-working career. Back in the 70s she even worked as a recruiter for NASA!
Cicely Tyson, 93 – $10 Million
You must have seen this actress play a role in The Help. Coming from a lower-middle class and strictly religious family, Cicely was first discovered by an Ebony magazine fashion editor. Since then her career in Hollywood started as a fashion model first and then she moved towards acting. The Sounder actress currently also appeared in television show How To Get Away With Murder and we think we’ll be seen some more from her until she plans her retirement.
George Hamilton – 80, $20 Million
Actor George Hamilton started his successful film career by appearing in a series of movies in the ’60s such as Home from the Hill and By Love Possessed. Hamilton continued to appear in notable films from that point onward and starred in The Godfather III in 1990. He made his debut in 1952 and was known for his perfectly tanned skin. On his 70th birthday, Hamilton was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2009. He may be 80 years old
Alan Arkin, 84 – $15 Million
You might have thought that this Academy Award-winning actor is done with his acting career in his 80s but we recently saw him making a strong debut in Going In Style next to Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine. The director, singer, producer, and screenwriter has had a noticeable career of over 60 years now. If you’re having a bad day, just switch to watching Alan Arkin’s comedy movies to make your life lighter before he retires!
Judi Dench, 83 – $35 Million
This English actress made her first Hollywood appearance with her notable role in the Old Vic Company (1957). The Academy Award-winning Skyfall actress made a comeback with mesmerizing movie Victoria and Abdul and we can now be sure that she has not retired yet. If you have followed the James Bond series since 1995, you must have already witnessed this actress growing older in age flawlessly. For someone who even worked with The Shakespeare Company, the actress assures her that she has gained her net worth with absolute hard work that reeks of talent!
Charles Grodin, 83 – $12 Million
This 83-year-old actor began his Hollywood journey in the 60s with television serials such as The Virginian. Known for his movie roles in King Kong, Midnight Run and more, Charles is also a hilarious comedian and author and he has now retired as a talk show host. The Beethoven actor lives a happy life with his wife Elissa Grodin (they have been married for 33 years already!) and two children.
Ann Blyth – 89, $2.5 Million
Ann Blyth laid out her path to Hollywood right at the age of six by becoming a radio star. By her teens, this retired but hugely successful actress became a Broadway delight for her fans. With a Universal Studios contract, this sweet singer stepped in the limelight and shined till the end of her career. The Mildred Pierce actress made a lot of breakthroughs and left her impression on Hollywood. Ann even suffered a back injury in 1945 but that did not stop her passion and she made a strong comeback with Rose Marie and several other movies that are true gems till today!
Margaret O’Brien – 81, $10 Million
If you are looking for the most famous child star, Margaret O’Brien will be on the top of the list (forever!). Popularly knows and America’s Sweetheart, she made her first Hollywood debut when she was only four years old! Since her fame that began in the 1940s, she appeared in over 15 movies. She made her breakthrough by starring in Journey for Margaret (this movie is the reason why she changed her name from Angela to Margaret!). The Academy Award-winning child had a truly sensational career!
Valentina Cortese – 95, Unknown Net Worth
Valentina Cortese had her first internationally-acclaimed roles in Italian films such as Les Misérables in the 1940s. British and American motion pictures beckoned, and so she went to these countries to continue her career. Cortese’s talents were evident and earned her an Academy Award nomination for Day for Night. The actress did her final movie Sparrow in 1993 and kissed acting goodbye. Her life had its ups and downs like when her only son died in 2015. And as far as we know, she has never had a ‘file for bankruptcy’ moment.
Christopher Knight – 60, $15 Million
Christopher Knight’s famous role was as Peter Brady in the popular show, The Brady Bunch. When it ended, Knight gave up his acting career to pursue and implement his business plans. He managed to land million-dollar sales as an account sales manager. He went on to establish his own company called Eskape Labs. In 2016, he married his fourth (yes fourth!) wife, Cara Kokenes—and we hope that the fourth time’s a charm!
Eve Plumb – 60, $5 Million
Eve Plumb benefitted greatly from portraying Jan Brady in The Brady Bunch. The popularity of the sitcom worked to her advantage and she became popular enough to lead a successful career as a singer, actress, and even as a painter. Aside from appearing in a number of the sitcom’s reunions as well as spin-offs, she landed other roles too. In 2017, she appeared in the series The Path and Blue Bloods. Amazingly, her bank account at the age of 11 already afforded her a Malibu beach bungalow!
Barry Williams – 63 , $2 Million
Yet another actor who gained popularity through The Brady Bunch is Barry Williams. He played the role of Greg Brady in the sitcom. Upon the TV show’s cancellation, he involved himself in musical theatre—though he also made guest appearances on TV. He still generated earnings indirectly from the show, as he appeared in reunions and published an autobiography titled Growing Up Brady: I was a Teenage Greg. His book was a best-seller that actually turned into a film in 2000.
Maureen McCormick – 61, $4 Million
Marcia Brady of The Brady Bunch was portrayed by Maureen McCormick and she found great success with the role and the spin-offs that came later. Unfortunately, her reputation suffered great blows when she battled the eating disorder, bulimia, and worse, her drug addiction—she was badly addicted to cocaine. She redeemed herself in 2008 with the release of her autobiography titled Here’s the Story: Surviving Marcia Brady and Finding My True Voice.
Michael Ironside – 68, $8 Million
Canadian actor Michael Ironside acted in a number of both Canadian and American productions. In addition to his acting projects, the multi-talented actor’s career is also composed of his work as a voice actor, director, producer, and screenwriter. He is famous for portraying villain-type roles. At the age of fifteen, he wrote his first play and he won a prize for it in a contest. He has faced some health issues like thyroid and prostate cancer, but fortunately, he is a survivor of both.
James Tolkan – 87, $5 Million
Despite his old age of 87 today, James Tolkan was active until a couple of years ago. He is best recognized for his roles in Top Gun, Serpico, as well as in Back to the Future. However, there are a number of projects that he has appeared in quite recently too. He appeared in Phil Spector in 2013 and his most recent work was in Bone Tomahawk in 2015. Judging by the fact that he has slowed down his career, we can guess that he has retirement plans all set out!
Tom Skerritt – 84, $8 Million
Tom Skerritt has been fortunate and famous enough to have landed roles in over thirty movies and a great number of TV episodes throughout his acting career. He is best recognized for his roles in Top Gun, M*A*S*H, and Up in Smoke. Several other appearances earned him awards and nominations. The 84-year-old actor founded a digital media company, Heyou Media, and owns properties located in Washington, Seattle and Lopez Island.
Laurence Tureaud – 67, $1.5 Million
Laurence Tureaud more popularly known as Mr. T was a former professional wrestler and also appeared on television & movies. He became widely famous & a household name because of his versatile style sporting a Mohawk & flashy gold chains. He first started off his career as a bouncer & news spread of him as being the toughest bouncer in Chicago. He worked mainly for Chicago’s best nightclubs filled with celebrities until one day he met Sylvester Stallone & rest was history. He starred in superhit movie, ‘Rocky 3’ & came one of the most popular phrases of all times’ I Pity the Fool!’ and he became an instant hit worldwide. Unfortunately, by the early ‘90s, his health declined due to a type of serious cancer & he stepped out of the limelight for quite a while.
Robert Fuller – 86, $5 Million
This Wagon Train actor might be in his 80s now but back in the day, he was one of the brightest television show stars in Hollywood. Moved to Hollywood at only 16, the actor could only appear in two movies during his famous career. The Emergency! actor got the chance to also make guest appearances on Western television shows (hence, that is how he made an eye-catching cowboy for us!). Now retired, Fuller has three children and two of them are in the industry as well but so far they have not made it big. Let’s hope they carry on the legacy as well!
Max von Sydow, 90 – $16 Million
Max Von Sydow is one of those gems from Hollywood who aspire the youth to struggle until they make it big. This Swedish actor was born in a middle-class
Gene Reynolds – 95, Unknown Net Worth
In 1934, Gene Reynolds kicked off his acting career with roles in a number of MGM films. After his service in World War II, he went back to Hollywood but as a director. He co-created the hit TV show M*A*S*H, which increased his savings account balance significantly (enough to have given him the option of retiring back then, we expect!)! He received 24Emmy nominations through his career and became the head of the Director’s Guild for 4 years.
Peggy Stewart – 95, Unknown Net Worth
Peggy Stewart’s career began in the ‘40s, after entering an agreement with Republic Pictures. She found immense success starring in Westerns, with great performances in The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp and the hit, Ride, Ryder, Ride. With her charm and acting skills, she was an actress who appealed to the masses. She hasn’t yet settled in retirement but keeps herself busy with the occasional guest appearance on TV.
Rhonda Fleming – 94, $10 Million
The glamorous Rhonda Fleming was a hit in the ‘40s and ‘50s. She attained the title of Queen of Technicolor, making reference to her bright copper hair at the time—which looked even better with the technology that was developed back then. She made several successful motion pictures and generated great earnings through her career in singing. After she retired, she donated a large portion of her time and funds to charities supporting cancer awareness. Well, this beautiful lady certainly has a beautiful heart to match!
Glynis Johns – 94, Unknown Net Worth
Glynis Johns appeared in several films as well as Broadway shows during her career. She even worked with Stephen Sondheim on A Little Night Music, which featured a song written especially for her. Her hard work most certainly paid off because she later won a Tony Award for her stellar performance. She also appeared in The Sundowners and Mary Poppins. She was nominated for an Oscar Award as well. With a career like hers, she has sure earned retirement!
Jacqueline White – 95, Unknown Net Worth
Jacqueline Jane White left her significant and powerful mark with a short but impactful career as a lead actress. Her incredible talent was spotted as she was performing in a play, as a UCLA student. From there, the rest is history! She’s shown off in The Narrow Margin and several other RKO and MGM films. She enjoys the company of five children and several grandkids, and it’s safe to say that her retirement planning is surely paying off!
Virginia Patton – 93, Estimated $14 Million
Virginia Patton is one talented woman who has both beauty and brains in abundance. She won the approval of Frank Capra during an audition and later went on to star in It’s a Wonderful Life. She attended university and ventured into business at one point in her life, too. Before she retired, she appeared in a number of other films. She focused on her career in the ‘40s but afterward shifted her focus on her family.
Cara Williams – 93, Unknown Net Worth
Cara Williams made a name for herself in the ‘50s, appearing in a number of motion pictures and most recognized for her role in The Defiant Ones. She ran a TV show for two years called Pete and Gladys, and it reached critical acclaim! She faced challenges in her love affairs but has finally settled down with Asher Dann. She concentrated her energy and her effort on her business venture as an interior designer.
Jane Withers – 92, $5 Million
Jane Withers’ career began when she was just a toddler! She appeared in films during her entire childhood and played several roles in the ‘30s and ‘40s. She even earned a Lifetime Achievement Award. Out of all her performances, her favorite was opposite Shirley Temple in the hit, Bright Eyes. Jane Withers has a talent for singing, too—having recorded several songs and appeared in musicals. After a career like hers, she sure didn’t ever have to worry about bankruptcy!
Carleton Carpenter – 92, Earned $19 Million
Carleton Carpenter’s performing career began on stage and very quickly branched out into the film industry. He happened to be a skilled magician, actor, singer, and writer. He established his name in Hollywood thanks to all these talents. His acting career took him across the globe, going on tour after tour. There’s no doubt about the fact that he enjoys his stocked savings account, which he supplements now and then with a guest appearance or two and a couple novels.
Marilyn Knowlden – 92, Unknown Net Worth
Successful child actor Marilyn Knowlden was given the opportunity to work with some of the biggest names in film history during her youth, including Humphrey Bogart, Bette Davis, and even Katherine Hepburn (and that’s naming a few!). She got an education, too, paid for by her acting career’s income. She studied drama and music and became a writer of music and plays. She returned to the stage later, in My Fair Lady.
Arlene Dahl – 92, Unknown Net Worth
Arlene Carol Dahl enjoyed a rich, varied, and successful career. In the ‘50s, she was an actress who gained fame with her skills in Journey to the Centre of the Earth and Slightly Scarlet. Thereafter, she placed her efforts in entrepreneurship and set up her own business of beauty products as well as ladies’ underwear. It eventually came to an end and she took up work for an advertising agency and writing columns. She made a lot of money with beauty adverts!
Tommy Chong – 80, $8 Million
Tommy Chong gained popularity after becoming a cannabis rights activist. He appeared in the famous marijuana-themed film series Cheech & Chong with his good friend Cheech Marin. Chong was also seen in the hit sitcom That ’70s Show as he portrayed the role of Leo. As an activist of marijuana, Chong has always been told by many to quit smoking marijuana due to its bad effects on the mind. However, he neglected those claims and still smokes up until today (and no insurance company would be keen on covering him!). At the age of 80, Chong still guests in a mockumentary TV series titled, Trailer Park Boys as himself.
Mildred Kornman – 93, Unknown Net Worth
Mildred Kornman is amazingly a surviving child actor from the silent film era—of which there are extremely few. As a young girl, she landed several roles in motion pictures and also in the popular Our Gang shorts. However, when she grew up, she found out that she preferred a career in modeling and went under a different name as a model—Ricky van Dusen. She seems to have made good choices because today, she can kick back and enjoy the benefits of her years of work!
Stefanie Powers – 76, $9 Million
Actress Stephanie Powers is best known for appearing in the ’70s ABC mystery Hart to Hart alongside actor Robert Wagner. She reunited with Wagner in the ’90s for a series of eight Hart to Hart TV-movies. Powers is also a two-time Emmy nominee and has also earned five Golden Globe nominations over the course of her career. Her acting credits include recent appearances on Meet My Mom (2010), Reading, Writing, Romance (2013), and Mr. Fiction (2014). In 2008, Powers was diagnosed with a form of lung cancer known as alveolar carcinoma. She developed the illness after years of heavy smoking and she underwent surgery to remove a section of her right lung in 2009.
Betty Lynn – 91, $3 Million
Betty Lynn was fortunate to have been taught how to sing by her mother from a very young age. She began singing songs for the United Service Organizations and touring abroad. Upon her return to the U.S., she began acting. She was rather insecure about her looks—though she had no need to be! She became a big name in Hollywood and her bank balance grew steadily. Today she is most recognizable for her work on The Andy Griffith Show.
Donna Martell – 90, Unknown Net Worth
Donna Martell’s acting career took root in the ‘40s and her debut was the classic Western called Apache Rose. She was employed by Universal for many years before she decided to refocus her attention to TV. She enjoyed a healthy income stream and we guess her bank account was thankful for it! Her performances in Western movies were celebrated with a Golden Boot. She enjoyed a happy marriage to Gene Corso, an athlete she remained with until his death.
Dawn Wells – 80, $50K
If you were a fan of the classic 60s & 70s era, you’ll definitely remember this beauty from the super-hit sitcom Gilligan’s Island. The talented Dawn Wells was born in 1938 and got extremely famous for her role of Mary Ann in the show. She also continued spreading her magic through the 70s but after then, all didn’t go so well for the American beauty. Now with a surprising net worth of not more than $50K, we hope all gets well for her and her retirement is peaceful!
Larry Storch– 95, $1 Million
Larry Storch is now 95 years old and this comedian is still fit! While you may have forgotten about him, he’s actually been in retirement since 2014, so it’s understandable! His career as a stand-up comic led to him eventually making guest appearances on TV, in series like Where Are You?, Hennesy, Get Smart, and Car 54. He and his wife Norma Catherine Greve enjoyed a happy marriage and they remained together until her death in 2003. He certainly deserves his Golden Palm Star on the California Walk of Stars!
Kathleen Turner – 64, $20 Million
Kathleen started her acting career back in 1977 and is not planning on retiring any time soon. You must have seen this actress in The Virgin Suicides and other movies. She became a femme fatale icon of Hollywood back in the 1980s and even got to work in television soap operas. Back in 2002, the actress came forward with her Rheumatoid Arthritis diagnosis and since then she has been empowering others who are going through the same treatment as her. The Body Heat actress is also celebrated in Hollywood for her versatility in acting and her husky voice that attracted many of her fans.
Carl Reiner – 96, $70 Million
Carl Reiner was amazingly popular during his decades as a comedian, director, and producer. Throughout his career, he was given 12 Emmy Awards and one Grammy Award. He is the creator of the then-wildly popular ’70s TV comedy The Dick Van Dyke Show and frequently partnered with Mel Brooks as a writer and comedian. We wonder what your credit score is like when you are 96 with a net worth of $70 million?
Tippi Hedren – 88, $20 Million
An amazing actress, Tippi Hedren, was discovered by legendary film director Alfred Hitchcock and starred in his films The Birds and Marnie. She has appeared in numerous films and television shows including Hart to Hart, Tales from the Darkside, and The Bold and the Beautiful in more recent decades. Hedren is also an animal rights activist involved with animal rescues at Shambala Preserve, an 80-acre wildlife habitat she founded in 1983, and her Roar Foundation.
Rhonda Fleming – 94, $10 Million
This 94-year-old American actress might be retired now but back in the day she lit the fire! Starring in over 40 motion pictures, her passion for acting started right when she was in high school where she began her Hollywood journey. A star came to life when talent agent Henry Willson discovered her (and we are grateful till today that he did!). Known as the Queen of Technicolor (for her bright red hair color), Rhonda Fleming has had one of the most successful careers ever noticed in Hollywood. The Spellbound actress outshone her co-stars in her movies and we bet they don’t even mind!
Robert Duvall, 87 – $70 Million
Nominated for about seven Oscars already, Robert Duvall started a career as an American military officer and later turned towards acting (talking about a big leap!). After all, he did get a degree in drama from Principia College before his service. The actor and filmmaker from The Godfather has had a shining career with endless nominations and wins in his long career. The To Kill A Mockingbird actor played plenty of major roles and with a net worth like that, he must be glad he did not turn away from them!
Pierre Cardin – 96, $800 Million
The 96-year-old fashion designer Pierre Cardin is still among the living and has a wealth of $800 million. If you’re wondering how on earth did he earn such an amount of fortune, we’ll tell you. Pierre founded his fashion house in 1950 and quickly became famous for his unique style. He is known for his love of geometric shapes and he also came up with what is known as “bubble dress.” At one point, Cardin obviously wanted to retire and sell his brand in 2011 but did not go through with the plan it in the end. The value was about $1 billion even though many thought this to be exaggerated.
Chevy Chase – 75
Chevy Chase is a comedian, actor & writer. He was one of the stars of the 1st season of SNL. As an actor & writer, he won 3 Emmys out of 5 nominations. Chase first starring role in a movie was in Foul Play. He is also famous for playing in 5 National Lampoon’s Vacation movies & as “Fletch” in the movies Fletch & Fletch Lives. Chase also starred in Caddyshack, Three Amigos, Spies Like Us & Hot Tub Time Machine. He hosted the Oscars twice (87′ & 88′). He starred in the cult comedy Community between 2009 – 2014.
Sean Connery – 87, $130 Million
Known for years as the suave, debonair British spy James Bond, Sean Connery is relaxed and taking it easy these days. It seems like his acting glory days are behind him. But this is a retirement that has been cushy with Sean’s $130 million asset base. It’s an understatement to say that acting was good to him. His salary for the Goldfinger movie was about $3 million, Entrapment got him $20 million, while The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen fetched him $17 million. Nowadays, he lives quietly with his wife Micheline Roquebrune.
Richard Chamberlain – 84, $20 Million
Richard Chamberlain is popular for several acting roles in his career—both on the big screen and on TV. It was with the ’60s TV show Dr. Kildare where he first started out and quickly became a teenage idol. He appeared in a couple of short series like Shōgun and The Thornbirds, and even in the TV adaptation of The Bourne Identity in 1988. He amassed a large net worth during his fruitful career and also happened to co-found the LA-based theatre group called Company of Angels.
Robert Blake – 85, $1.1 Million
Robert Blake has an almost 60-year-long acting career. He is best known from the In Cold Blood movie from 1967 and from Baretta, a TV show which ran in the ‘70s. His last film role was in David Lynch’s Lost Highway, where he played the chilling Mystery Man, while Robert was later involved in a very long murder trial. Blake had other notable parts as a child actor, like on Our Gang, which ran from 1939 to 1944, and he was in 22 episodes of Red Ryder. In 2010, the California state imposed a tax lien on Robert for $1.11M.
Julie Gibson – 105, Unknown Net Worth
At 105 years of age, Julie Gibson is one of the the oldest living celebrity from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Gibson worked as a popular singer and actress and she gained immense fame back in the 1940s. Her popularity even gave her the opportunity to appear in movies and she appeared in Lucky Cowboy. By 1950s, her fame began to die down and she only worked for small roles. Even today, she’s still alive but there’s not much known about her lifestyle, net worth, and health.
Claudia Cardinale – 80, $10 Million
Claudia Cardinale is a world-famous actress, best known for her role on The Pink Panther. Her other Hollywood film appearances were on Rocco and His Brothers, Girl with a Suitcase, Cartouche, The Leopard, 8½, Once Upon a Time in the West, and many others. Claudia initially won the competition for the Most Beautiful Italian Girl in Tunisia in 1957, which led to movie offers as she later became an international star. In 2011, she was included in the Most Beautiful Women in Movie History list by the Los Angeles Times while she received numerous other accolades as well in her long showbiz career. Claudia’s net worth in 2019 is an estimated $10M.
Lee Majors – 80, $15 Million
Lee Majors had the perfect demeanor and look for being cast in action and western films, which he found immense success in. He did gain popularity in the ‘60s, but it was only ten years later that he became a star, via The Six Million Dollar Man TV show. He certainly had his divorce attorney pretty busy, what with three dissolved marriages! He is married for the fourth time, and for his financial sake, we sure hope it’s the right one this time!
Gary Burghoff– 75, $6 Million
TV star Garry Burghoff is still standing strong and has kept his name up since its rise in popularity after his leading role in M*A*S*H. It takes quite a bit of effort to keep a standing from the ‘80s till today, but Garry achieved it though he hasn’t acted since 2010. Interestingly, he takes credit for the invention of a fishing tackle designed to attract fish to a boat, and also for the invention of a toilet seat with a lifting handle. Crazy!
Dolly Parton – 73, $500 Million
Dolly Parton is a singer and an actress who has made many albums, for instance, Blue Smoke, Just Because I’m A Woman, and Jolene. She is a country singer who is widely heard all across the world and it is natural that she has won accolades and awards for her talent. As she is semi-retired from the industry, she recently signed another movie called Dumplin‘ which shows that she is not ready to back down yet. Although she’s 73, she still feels very young because she is enthusiastic about her passion for singing. It seems like her relationship with music will be a lifelong journey. Dolly has been part of some really great movies like 9 To 5, Steel Magnolias and Straight Talk.
Jimmy Lydon – 95, Unknown Net Worth
After his father quit his job, Jimmy Lydon took the reins in bringing home the bacon for his family. Thus, out of necessity, his acting career was born. As a teenager, he supported his family with his earnings from acting in a number of movies way back in the ‘30s. After learning the ropes, he became a Broadway, film, and TV star. Jimmy ventured in some backstage work as well, as he co-created M*A*S*H with Gene Reynolds.
Gene Hackman, 88 – $80 Million
Eugene Allen Hackman, who is popularly known as Gene Hackman, is not only an American actor but a novelist as well. A few years from now, the Grantland article pronounced this healthy and well actor dead which spread concerning rumors. While he might have retired, the French Connection actor is doing just okay. With a marvelous career that lasted for fifty years, Gene now spends the time with his family and friends.
Tina Turner – 79, $250 Million
After nearly 50 years in showbiz, Tina Turner is one of the most successful female rock musicians in history. Her impressive voice, her beauty and her fascinating life story all add to her legendary status. She won multiple Grammy Awards; including eight competitive awards, three Hall of Fame awards, and a Lifetime Achievement Award. Tina has appeared in numerous rankings as one of the greatest singers in history. Even today, at 79, she’s working hard, and since 2016 she’s working on a musical called Tina which is based on her life story.
Loretta Lynn – 86, $60 Million
If you love country music, you’ll know that Loretta Lynn is the most awarded female country singer-songwriter, selling more than 45 million records worldwide. The singer racked up 13 hits in the top ten between 1966 and 1970. In 2006 alone, she made more than $65K from record sales. So it would be expected that this little lady would be worth $60 million in 2018. It’s left to be seen who she’ll leave it all to in her will. But until then, Loretta will continue to enjoy her cash.
Jane Powell – 90, $6.4 Million
Similar to Ann Blyth, Jane Powell began her career with singing and dancing at an early age. With that, the A Date with Judy actress slowly moved towards the big screen starting from her hometown and moving towards Hollywood. If you look at the history of classic musicals, you will definitely see Jane Powell in the top list especially after her debut in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Known as the Girl Next Door found love when she met her deceased husband Dickie Moore. Hopefully, her five children can sing as remarkably as her!
William Shatner – 88, $100 Million
Star Trek would not have been the same without the iconic performance of William Shatner, portraying ‘James T. Kirk.’ However, strangely enough, Shatner could not secure any notable roles following Star Trek, and he was highly at risk of bankruptcy. This is quite a bizarre background for a man who now has accumulated $100 million to his name, yes. He has also authored a number of books in addition to his acting career.
Betty White – 97, $77 Million
Ninety-six-year-old Betty White still commands respect in the entertainment industry; getting acting parts and even being able to have her own show. Most of her fortune today was made from television shows and other productions over the years. She earned $75,000 per episode for Hot in Cleveland and $50,000 per episode for her own show, Off Their Rockers. Then add her earnings from the 1980s series The Golden Girls, movie roles, and the written works she’s authored, it’s obvious why Betty is still such a beloved and famous character—who still gets paid.
James Drury – 84, $1.5 Million
James Drury is an actor famous for his role in the NBC’s Western TV show The Virginian, that aired between 1962–71. He married Cristall Othones in 1957. They had 2 kids & divorced in 1964. In 1968 he married Phyllis Jacqueline Mitchell & they divorced in 1979. In 1979 he married Carl Ann Head and they are still married to this day. He worked in the oil & natural gas business in Houston in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. Timothy Drury, James’s son is a musician who played with the rock bands The Eagles & Whitesnake.
Nick Nolte – 77, $75 Million
The fresh air of Malibu seems to have won Nick Nolte’s heart, although he is still resisting the urge for retirement. Nick Nolte started his career as a model before following his calling in acting. In his quite busy career both in films and TV series, Nolte won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in 1992’s The Prince of Tides—for which he was also nominated in the Academy Awards—as well as several nominations up until 2017 for his role in Graves.
Olivia de Havilland – 102, $25 Million
Olivia de Havilland is a legendary actress who has grossed millions at the box office. She has also been on the radio and has appeared on stage in theatre productions like What Every Woman Knows and Romeo and Juliet. Today, she lives in Paris, France, enjoying the great investment opportunities available in Europe for her millions. The UK thought so much of her that they conferred on her the title of Dame in 2017. De Havilland is one of the oldest living Oscar winners, and her movies have become cult classics.
Lesley Ann Warren – 72, $12 Million
Lesley Ann Warren started out as a Broadway actress in the 1960s, but she eventually got into mainstream acting. Warren’s first notable performance was in Harold Robbins’ 79 Park Avenue. Her performance in the miniseries won her the Best Actress award at the Golden Globes. Her next popular role was her role in the movie, Victor/Victoria. Warren continues to pursue acting even though she already has a $12 million net worth. Warren is set to star in a new show called American Princess. She also has an upcoming TV movie called Bling Psychosis.
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Lіndа Еvаnѕ – 76, $30 Million
The first notable role actress Lіndа Еvаnѕ has had was her role as Audra Barkley on the show called The Big Valley. Evans’ popularity in Hollywood later escalated when she started appearing in Dynasty back in the 1980s. She was the one who portrayed the role of Krystle Carrington. Evans was not getting that much acting work anymore by the late 1990s. But even if she didn’t work, she was still able to take care of her wealth. Today, her net worth is estimated to be at $30 million. Her last on-screen appearance was in the docu-series titled The ’80s Greatest.
Norman Lloyd – 103, $5 Million
During Hollywood’s blacklist years in World War 2, Norman Lloyd’s acting career took a hit. The practice of labeling individuals as Communists then denying them work because of their political beliefs proved a challenge until his friend Alfred Hitchcock pitied him and gave him work toward the end of the ‘50s on Alfred Hitchcock Presents. Lloyd dodged bankruptcy through directing and producing for TV during the ‘60s, and ‘70s. A role on St. Elsewhere during the ‘80s got him back into acting. This centenarian currently stars in the TV series Fly.
Alan Alda – 82, $40 Million
Alan Alda is well known as ‘Captain Hawkeye Pierce,’ his character in the highly rated M*A*S*H. He earned great popularity for his acting in The West Wing, too. He also hosted the show Scientific American Frontiers, for fifteen years, which largely contributed to his $40-million fortune of today. He also did work as a director and is an author. He’s still active, though we wouldn’t be surprised if he had already saved up more than enough for his health insurance and post-celebrity life.
Anni-Frid Lyngstad (lead singer of ABBA)– 73, $300 Million
Anni-Frid Lyngstad had participated in numerous contests and had signed on to a label firm before she became part of the ’70s music sensation, ABBA, which changed her life forever. As one of the most successful bands in music history, the ABBA members managed to acquire an immense fortune and live very comfortably, even after the separation of the group. Lyngstad became a Princess and a Countess after marrying Prince Heinrich Ruzzo of Reuss, Count of Plauen, who died of cancer only seven years later. Lyngstad will be part of the group’s return, and they have announced that they will be releasing new songs towards the end of 2019.
Barbara Eden – 86, $10 Million
I Dream of Jeannie star Barbara Eden first started out trying to make it as a singer. But after this show brought her fame, she pursued other acting roles in theatre, TV, and film. She has created for herself a steady stream of income coming through to the present. At age 86, Eden is still active as an actress. With her net worth and income, she probably doesn’t have to worry that her credit card will be declined if she tries to make a substantial purchase.
Angie Dickinson – 87, $30 Million
More than six decades ago, Angie Dickinson made her debut on the acting scene. Who would have known that she would soon get to play in such iconic films and series like Police Woman, Rio Bravo and Dressed to Kill? As a matter of fact, despite Angie being 87, she has never stayed away from the spotlight for too long. Even though the last film in which she participated was back in 2009 called Mending Fences, she is now expected to appear in the short documentary, Valery, in 2019. She has definitely been enjoying her retirement, given that her career has awarded her a $30 million fortune.
Ursula Andress – 82, $25 Million
Ursula Andress made sure that nobody could possibly forget ‘Honey Rider’ – her role in the 1962 ‘Bond’ film, Dr. No. Ursula was an icon. The Swiss-German stunner supplemented her acting career with a side job as a model. She tried out married life, but her marriage didn’t work out and she never remarried. Perhaps Ursula prefers her independence? After all, why not be an independent woman after a stellar career like hers – she even acted alongside Elvis Presley, Dean Martin, and Frank Sinatra!
Larry King – 85, $150 Million
The award-winning radio and television host turned 85. Larry King is probably most famous for hosting his own show, Larry King Live from 1985 until 2010, but he hosted a range of other programs as well. He started with the national radio talk show titled The Larry King Show in 1978 which helped him gain prominence and ultimately higher earnings. Currently, Larry hosts two shows: Larry King Now and a weekly political talk show called Politicking with Larry King. With an estimated wealth of $150 million, King is definitely one of the richest TV hosts.
Anthony Hopkins – 81, $160 Million
Anthony Hopkins is an established name in Hollywood who takes pride in taking home numerous acting awards over the years including three BAFTAS and two Emmys. Some of his best performances were in movies like The Remains of the Day, Amistad, and The Silence of the Lambs. Now at 81 years old, his net worth is said to be at $160 million. He can easily just retire with that kind of fortune, but it seems like he still wants to continue pursuing his acting career. According to his IMDb page, Hopkins will be starring in a new movie called The Father.
Samuel L. Jackson – 70, $250 Million
If you are one of the millions of people who love watching Marvel films, then you surely know Samuel L. Jackson, who plays Nick Fury in the franchise. He has been pursuing acting for decades now, but his career has just been getting better and better in recent years. It is not a secret that he earns a huge amount of cash per project, and this is why his personal wealth is estimated to be at $250 million today. The future looks bright for Jackson because he is set to star in new films like The Banker and The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard.
Dustin Hoffman – 82, $50 Million
Actor Dustin Hoffman became a household name in Hollywood ever since he gave an outstanding performance in the film, The Graduate. His excellence didn’t stop there because he also had impressive performances in other films like Kramer vs Kramer, Rain Man, and Death of a Salesman. He has accumulated massive earnings over the years, and his fortune today is at $50 million already. He is still a busy actor at the age of 82, and you guys will be seeing him in a new film called Into the Labyrinth in 2019.
Robert De Niro – 76, $500 Million
Another actor who has been consistently acting in Hollywood for decades is Robert De Niro. His most notable roles were in movies like The Godfather Part II, Taxi Driver, and The King of Comedy. He isn’t just known for on-screen work, for he also found success working behind the camera as a producer. Until today, he is actively producing and starring in different movies. His IMDb page says he is the producer of upcoming movies like The Irishman, Artemis Fowl, and The Good House. He is also set to star in Killers of the Flower Moon and The War with Grandpa.
Jon Voight – 80, $45 Million
Jon Voight is a name everyone knows simply due to a few facts. Firstly, he is a great actor who has won Academy Award and a few Golden Globes throughout his career. He is also the person who James Haven and Angelina Jolie calls ‘Dad’. He is currently filming for a movie about Ronald Reagan and soon we’ll see him on the cinema’s for his role in Roe v. Wade. Lastly, we often see him on the news due to his support for Donald Trump.
Mitzi Gaynor – 87, $50 Million
Mitzi Gaynor is an American singer, actress, and dancer. She started her career at age 17 after signing a contract with 20th Century Fox. Among her most notable films are Golden Girls in 1951, There’s No Business Like Show Business alongside Marilyn Monroe, Ethel Merman, and Donald O’Connor, and South Pacific in 1958, which made lots of money at the box office and made her an international success. It was after filming South Pacific that she married talent agent Jack Bean. She has continued performing in TV specials and award shows. Her most recent tour was called Razzle Dazzle: My Life Behind the Sequins, which lasted from 2009 to 2014.
Cassandra Peterson – 67, $3 Million
Cassandra Peterson is famous for her portrayal of Elvira, Mistress of Darkness. Elvira/Cassandra hosted a TV show called Elvira’s Movie Macabre, a weekly horror movie presentation. She wrote and starred in the show and also wrote and starred in two Elvira movies – Elvira Mistress of the Dark and Elvira’s Haunted Hills. Her character is one of the most iconic characters recognized with horror movies and Halloween. She is now 67 years old and was recently a voice actor in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated TV series. She also starred in a documentary called Too Macabre: The Making of Elvira, Mistress of the Dark.
Julie Andrews – 82, $45 Million
Dame Julie Andrews got her life-changing role in Mary Poppins when she was 30 years old. After her big break, then came The Sound of Music. The rest is history, and today, she reaps the benefits of those seeds sown some decades ago. She enjoys a $45-million fortune and she is currently considered one of the most influential British actresses. But behind her success, like most stars, she’s had her challenges. She had to see a surgeon to remove some non-cancerous nodules in her throat due to which she almost lost her voice!
Bob Barker – 95, $70 Million
Former television personality Bob Barker began his career in radio, where he was both charming and entertaining. The first game show he hosted was Truth or Consequences in 1956 and then soon hosted beauty pageants such as Miss USA and Miss Universe. He is one of the most popular game show hosts in the world, most famous for hosting The Price Is Right. For this job alone, he earned millions. Some senior citizens have had to take an annuity to help out, but not Bob.
Ronald Howard – 65, $160 Million
Actor and director Ron Howard rose to fame after playing a role in the sitcoms The Andy Griffith Show and Happy Days. He also acted in some films such as American Graffiti, Music Man, The Shootist, and Grand Theft Auto. He eventually focused exclusively in filmmaking and was able to direct the films Cocoon, Willow, Apollo 13, A Beautiful Mind (which earned him two Academy Awards), The Da Vinci Code, and most recently Solo: A Star Wars Story in 2018. Howard has two stars in the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the film industry.
Keith Thibodeaux (‘Little Ricky’) – 68, $1 Million
No one could believe that Keith Thibodeaux could play the drums at the age of three. Well, at least Lucy didn’t when little Keith’s father took him to audition for the show that changed his life. Cajun French—which was his original name before producer Desi Arnaz changed it to something more easy to pronounce—started his acting career when he earned his place in the television sitcom I Love Lucy through his talent and undeniable charm. As a grown-up, he married Kathy Denton, a ballet dancer, in 1976. Two decades later, he wrote an autobiography book with the title Life After Lucy.
Phil Collins – 68, $260 Million
You may know Phil Collins for one of his greatest successes: the song In the Air Tonight. The 68-year-old English musician started out as a drummer for the rock band called GENESIS, but he somehow ended up as the band’s singer instead. His attempt at a solo career turned out great as he has sold more than a hundred million albums worldwide both as a solo artist and as part of a music group; only three artists—Collins, Michael Jackson, and Paul McCartney—have achieved this feat so far! He came out of retirement back in 2017 and went on tour from June 2017 to October 2019.
Clint Eastwood, 89 – $375 Million
Not only is Clint Eastwood Jr. an actor but he is also a political figure, a filmmaker, and a musician as well (since high school!). With his success in Rawhide, he gained international fame as a Western-style actor by starring in Dollars Trilogy back in the 60s. Known as an icon of masculinity and culture, the 88-year-old caught everyone’s attention by winning Academy Awards for working in Unforgiven and Million Dollar Baby. For someone who even worked as a swimming instructor for the U.S Navy, we can assure you that he will make it till the end (since he even survived an emergency plane landing!).
Sophia Loren – 83, $75 Million
Sophia Loren is a legend in the entertainment and fashion industry. The iconic model first appeared in a beauty pageant at the age of fifteen, and she then began an acting career in 1950. A contract with Paramount Pictures that she signed in 1956 skyrocketed her popularity. Today, she has a staggering $75 million to her name. The Italian beauty is in her eighties but still takes a stroll down the red carpet every now and then. She must take health and fitness seriously because she’s looking stunning and vibrant at 83.
Sam Elliott – 75, $10 Million
Sam Elliott started acting back in the late 1960s, but his big break came in the 1970s when he starred in Lifeguard. He later had notable performances in Conagher, A Star Is Born, and Buffalo Girls. Elliott is already 75 years old today, and his current net worth is estimated to be at $10 million. We’re sure his fortune will still continue to grow in the coming years since he still gets to book new projects to this day. Elliott has voice roles in two upcoming movies titled Lady and the Tramp and The Gettysburg Address.
Cora Sue Collins – 92, $46.7 Million
Cora Sue Collins grew up in front of her audiences. She gained popularity as a child actress, and she warmed the hearts of many with her performances. She made appearances in several motion pictures in her short career, such as in Queen Christina and Anna Karenina. Her earnings in her childhood afforded her the option of retiring – which she did, and at an age where most people’s careers are only just taking root. She retired from show business at the age of 18.
Diana Serra Cary – 99, $2 Million
Diana Serra Cary, popularly known as Baby Peggy, is one of the three most famous American child stars—and the last living film star—of the Hollywood silent movie era. The actress made more than 150 short films for the Century Film Corporation. She received more than a million fan letters in 1922 and was called ‘The Million Dollar Baby’ because of her $1.5-million annual salary. However, she found herself poor and working as an extra by the 1930s. She went into retirement in 1938.
Mel Brooks – 93, $100 Million
Many senior citizens are talking about retirement planning, but not Mel Brooks. In fact, he loves what he does so much that he has never stopped working. He made his fortune through working in comedy and through brand endorsements. He has worked in virtually all the areas of the field – producing, directing, writing, and acting. Mel is known as one of the greats; a multi-award winner who puts in his dues and is now living in luxury in his $10 million home. In recent years, he was heard in the fantastic Hotel Transylvania trilogy as the voice of Vlad the vampire and he has several projects coming up.
Talia Shire – 73, $20 Million
American actress Talia Shire has worked in important Hollywood productions like Palo Alto, Homo Erectus, and Kiss the Bride. However, she will always be remembered by the notable performances she offered to the Rocky movies franchise and The Godfather trilogy. Talia has been able to continue being a relevant figure in the world of acting over the years, and she’s now worth a whopping $20 million. She’s the sister of Francis Ford Coppolla, the outstanding director of The Godfather movies, and she is a former Golden Globe Award winner as well.
Joe Pesci – 76, $50 Million
Whenever a movie director calls out for the need of having an actor portraying a strong, assured, often outlaw character, there’s one name on the table: Joe Pesci. Pesci made a fortune of $50 million by appearing in movies as a villain or wise-guy, and he’s still one of the world’s best at playing the part. To see Pesci’s talent for providing convincing performances, please check out movies such as Raging Bull, Goodfellas, JFK, and Moonwalker. Pesci has also tried out his luck in comedy productions like Lethal Weapon, My Cousin Vinny, and most definitely, Home Alone.
Steven Bauer – 62, $5 Million
Cuban-American actor Steven Bauer started on the PBS show ¿Qué Pasa, USA? before achieving international fame with the movie Scarface, an all-time classic and worldwide phenomenon during the ’80s. His auspicious start in the movies allowed him to go back to television productions with newfound confidence and status. He landed the roles of Eladio Vuente in the hit TV show Breaking Bad, and later signed a contract to play a retired Mossad agent in the still-running Showtime series Ray Donovan. Gladly, Bauer can focus totally on his acting spells, since his finances are more than okay, collecting a net worth of $5 million over the years.
Paula Deen – 72, $14 Million
Paula Deen is a Georgia native TV personality who hosted the cooking show Paula’s Home Cooking on Food Network. She is also a restaurateur and an author who published fifteen cookbooks. Deen had a decent fan base up until 2013 when she made some racist remarks, which sparked much controversy and resulted in the loss of her contract of 14 years with Food Network. She went out of the grid for a few years, before she made a comeback via a new cooking show called Positively Paula on RFD-TV, which only lasted two seasons. Nevertheless, with her fortune of $14 million, Deen could probably manage without a job.
Billy Joel – 70, $225 Million
The sixth best-selling recording artist of all-time in the United States, Billy Joel rose to prominence in 1973 with the hit song Piano Man. The song was an accurate description of his 4-decade career as a notable composer, singer, and pianist. Born in the Bronx in 1949, he was heavily influenced by his father, who’s a classically-trained pianist himself. Billy’s family struggled with economic difficulties in his youth, so he was forced to work at a piano bar to help his mother. But now, he’s proudly sitting on a fortune of around $225 million!
Regis Philbin, 88 – $150 Million
Known for hosting various game shows back in the 60s, Regis Philbin also won our hearts with his role in Little Nicky. With a degree in Sociology from Notre Dame (we can already tell he’s a very intelligent man!), he has had one of the most successful careers as a talk show host. Still going strong, America’s Got Talent ex-host will forever remain an astonishing television icon.
Sidney Poitier – 91, $25 Million
In an era when black actors were still trying to make an impact, Sidney Poitier was the first to break the on-screen color barrier and question the culture. He’s the first black male actor to win an Academy Award. The Bahamians are so proud of his achievements that they appointed him to serve as the Bahamian ambassador to Japan from 1997 to 2007. US President Barak Obama even presented him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Do you think all those Bahamian tax breaks boosted Poitiers net earnings?
Sharon Gless – 76, $10 Million
The best thing that ever happened to Sharon Gless was when she landed a role in Switch in the ‘70s. She gained exposure and popularity from her performance and she managed to maintain her success in the following decades. Her most recent acting credit was in 2017, where she appeared in Casualty. It’s a good thing she didn’t listen to her family, who discouraged her from pursuing an acting career – else she wouldn’t have $10 million to her name today! Even with graying hair, she’s still active in showbiz.
Line Renaud – 91, Net Worth Undisclosed
A widely popular figure in her native country of France, Line Renaud is a show business triple threat. She’s been successful as a singer, as a film actress, and as a theater performer! Now 91 years-old, Line is still working in the industry! In 2020, she is set to appear in the upcoming French film Un tour chez ma fille… Once hired by France TV as a $10K per day actress, Line enjoys being a star as much as she enjoys helping others. She’s been working closely with organizations trying to tackle AIDS-related issues since the mid-80s.
Rebecca De Mornay – 60, $11 Million
The beautiful American actress/producer Rebecca De Mornay looks nothing like a woman over 60! Mainly known for her comedic roles in movies like Risky Business, and Wedding Crashers, De Mornay has collected an impressive $11 million fortune over the years. But her acting career is still far from being over! After portraying Dorothy Walker in the Jessica Jones TV series from 2015 to 2019, De Mornay will be appearing in the upcoming film She Ball. Formerly married to the Fox Sports reporter Patrick O’Neal, De Mornay is the mother of two children.
Bill Cobbs, 85 – $4 Million
Bill Cobbs came from a background where he learned how to be hard-working, self-reliant and live with humility. Which is exactly what has been reflected by his career over the years. Known for his role in Demolition Man, Bill Cobbs is also a writer. Making his Hollywood debut with a lot of theater plays, Bill is one of the most celebrated actors in America for his talent and skills. The 84-year-old Go On actor might be retiring soon now.
Kim Novak – 86, $15 Million
As an actress, Kim Novak had a great career. After all, it was through it that she is now worth $15 million—not bad for a retired 86-year-old. She started acting in 1954 and appeared in several hit films of that time including Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo, The Man with the Golden Arm, Picnic, and Pal Joey. She is also a photographer, poet, and artist who’s managed to excel in every different field she engaged in. In recent years Kim was only seen in some documentaries, like Sammy Davis, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me or Made in Hollywood: Hitchcocks Blondinen.
Denise Austin – 62, $2.5 Million
Denise Austin started making a name for herself in the world of Sports at the age of 12. Starting with gymnastics, she even went on to earn an Athletic based scholarship for her college. With a ranking of number 9 in the NCAA during that time, she caught the eye of many. Since graduation from college, Denise has been teaching classes, writing books, and even went on to have her own fitness shows (she has an exercise show on ESPN2). Married to Jeff Austin since 1983, this fitness trainer has had a really successful career that shows off her hard work (just look at her workouts!).
Brigitte Bardot – 85, $65 Million
We’ve spoken about Sophia Loren, now we’ll see her greatest rival – Brigitte Bardot. Bardot had a dream of becoming a ballerina in her childhood, but she veered towards acting when the time came for her to develop her career. She starred in over forty films, strutted several catwalks in her time, and also released songs. Time hasn’t been kind to Bardot and that’s something that cosmetic surgery could have fixed had she opted for it. Bardot retired in 1973, and she keeps herself busy with her interest in animal rights.
Susan Dey – 67, $10 Million
Back in the early 1970s, Susan Dey became popular in the acting scene because of her role in The Partridge Family. She was the girl who played Lauri Partridge on the show. Dey’s biggest break came in the 1980s when she got to star in L.A. Law. Her performance on the show even won her a Best Actress nod during the 1988 Golden Globe Awards. Dey’s last acting role was on the show called The Third Watch back in 2004, and it seems like she has been enjoying retirement since then. Well, with a net worth of $10M, she can definitely retire comfortably.
Alex Trebek – 79, $50 Million
Alex Trebek is recognized for his role as the host of Jeopardy!, a popular show from the ‘80s till today. He doesn’t have retirement plans on the cards yet, and it sure may be a while before he does because it’s reported that he is set to host the show until 2020! Though he is young at heart, he’s now 78 and his age may be catching up with him—he underwent surgery in January 2017 for consequences of a fall.
John Astin– 89, $6 Million
John Allen Astin has graced the screens through a number of movies and TV shows in his long career in the entertainment industry. He is well known for his role as ‘Gomez Addams’ in The Addams Family. He was predisposed to portraying eccentric characters and he veered towards comedy in the ‘60s. He even appeared in Batman, as ‘Riddler.’ He has $6 million to keep him busy these days, though he currently teaches method acting and directing at John Hopkins University.
Diana Ross – 75, $250 Million
She was born in Detroit back in 1944, meaning that by now, Diana Ross is 75 years old! However, her songs are every bit as timeless as she is—given how little she’s seemingly aged. Both as part of The Supremes, but also as a soloist, the songs that Diana has sung are still playing on the radio today. She is, without a doubt, one of the greatest artists to have existed. In fact, in 2019, she appeared in Motown 60: A Grammy Celebration and performed at The 61st Annual Grammy Awards. Given how long-lasting her career has been, it’s unsurprising that she’s earned a $250 million fortune.
Ali MacGraw – 80, $6 Million
It was 1969 when Ali MacGraw sent shock waves through the film industry with her impressive performance in Goodbye, Columbus—not to mention her charming good looks! She earned a Golden Globe for the film, and it’s a mystery that her career faded in the late ‘90s. Her net worth would have been far greater had it continued strongly. In 2006, her debut on Broadway may have been McGraw’s attempt at reviving her waned career. She last appeared in Passion & Poetry, a 2017 short documentary.
Al Pacino – 79, $165 Million
Talented actor Al Pacino is best remembered for his iconic role in The Godfather movies. His other notable performances were in movies like Scent of a Woman, Dog Day Afternoon, and Scarface. Some might think that Pacino should be in retirement already since he is in his late 70s but we guess Pacino still wants to do so much in his acting profession. It looks like 2019 would be a good year for him because he will be appearing in two new movies called Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and The Irishman.
Jack Nicholson – 82, $400 Million
Throughout his prosperous acting career, there was no role Jack Nicholson could not portray. He kept audiences entertained for six decades, in a range of genres. Being such a versatile actor certainly worked in his favor, as he appeared in sixty-four films and was even nominated for 12 Academy Awards – actually, he has been nominated in every decade of his career! He was raised by his grandparents in New Jersey, but believed them to be his parents until after their death!
Connie Stevens – 81, $50 Million
Connie Stevens wears several hats as an entertainer, including being an actress, producer, singer, director, editor, screenwriter, and cinematographer. She’s best known for appearing in the early ’60s detective series Hawaiian Eye as “Cricket” Blake. Stevens released her first album, Concetta, in 1958 and her 1960 single Sixteen Reasons peaked at the No. 3 position on the Billboard Hot 100. Stevens directed movies and shows like Love is All There Is, 8 Simple Rules, Clueless, Wild Card, and The Wedding Album. She’s been married twice – first to actor James Stacy and then to singer Eddie Fisher, and both marriages ended in divorce. She is the mother of actresses/singers Tricia Leigh Fisher and Joely Fisher.
Max Baer Jr. – 82, $50 Million
You might know Max Baer Jr. as Jethro from The Beverly Hillbillies. The star of this famous comedy series moved onto film making in the 70s after the show ended mainly because he was unable to land on any major roles for 3 years! However, Jethro scored a major net worth because he also got involved in the real estate business. Considering that Max was able to make himself a fortune by multi-tasking, he doesn’t have to worry about his life after retirement at all!
Raquel Welch – 79, $30 Million
Pop culture icon Raquel Welch began her journey in the entertainment industry at the age of seven. She had a passion for ballet, and she maximized her efforts in the dance until the age of seventeen. She was told she had the wrong body type for ballet, and so she then shifted to acting in 1959, starring in The Romania Pageant. Afterward, a job as a weather forecaster kept her busy until her big break – a leading role in Fantastic Voyage. From there, her savings account balance soared.
Maggie Smith – 85, $18 Million
Bringing the pride back to England, Maggie Smith is an Academy Award-winning actress with one of the most extensive careers. The star of Night And Day has acted in over 50 movies within the span of her career of 66 years! Still a recognizable actress, Maggie recently appeared in Downtown Abby as well. Even without famous parents, Maggie showcased immense talent with her first debut in 1952 and won the hearts of her audience. She was praised by Hollywood so much that she is one of the very few actresses to have gotten the Triple Crown of Acting (we bet she’s still a tough competition for all the young actresses out there!).
Barbara Mandrell – 71, $45 Million
Barbara Mandrell became a popular name in the music scene in the late 1970s. Some of her most popular songs were Sleeping Single in a Double Bed, I Was Country When Country Wasn’t Cool, and One of a Kind Pair of Fools. Mandrell has been in retirement since the late 1990s and sources say she now does a lot of painting and gardening. She also spends a lot of time with her family and takes good care of her pets. Mandrell is well recognized for being part of the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Nancy Sinatra – 79, $50 Million
Nancy Sinatra is a singer (though she’s also done some acting on the side) and the elder daughter of Frank Sinatra, the famous singer from the ’60s. She became famous after the release of the 1966 hit single These Boots Are Made for Walkin’, which has been covered multiple times ever since she made it popular. Other notable singles by Nancy include the songs Somethin’ Stupid (a duet with her father) and Bang Bang (My Baby Shot Me Down). During the ’60s, Nancy enjoyed a brief spell as an actress in the 1968 movie Speedway, co-starring with the late Elvis Presley. In 2013, she went back to playing live, joining the alternative rock band Wilco in the Americanarama Tour, which was headlined by Bob Dylan.
Gladys Knight – 75, $30 Million
Just in case her name doesn’t ring a bell, which we doubt, Gladys Knight has sung songs like Midnight Train to Georgia and That’s What Friends Are For. Through her amazing music career, she eventually became known as the Empress of Soul. She initially became recognized as part of the Gladys Knight & the Pips, however, went on to have a solo career and be dubbed as one of the greatest singers out there! She might be 75 years old right now, but that hasn’t stopped her from performing. In fact, in 2019 she placed third in The Masked Singer competition where she participated as The Bee.
Honor Blackman – 92, $89 Million
Though she started out on-screen with no speaking roles, Honor Blackman soon got the lead roles she wanted and became a successful actress. She became widely known for her role in the British action series The Avengers as martial arts expert Cathy Gale. Her superb performance got her a role as a Bond girl opposite Sean Connery in Goldfinger. She also played Hera in Jason and the Argonauts. Blackman was known for her beauty and keen fashion instinct and is still considered to stand out from among her peers in these areas.
Bo Derek – 63, $50 Million
When she participated in the film called 10 in the ‘70s, Bo Derek’s face became recognized throughout the globe! During her loving marriage to John Derek, they got to make many films together, like Tarzan, the Ape Man, Bolero and Ghosts Can’t Do It. However, John passed away back in 1998, and Bo stopped being as active as she used to. She’s been in a relationship with John Corbett since 2002. In the most recent years, Bo’s played in films like The Last Sharknado: It’s About Time and in 2020 she participated in JL Family Ranch 2.
Linda Evans – 77, $30 Million
She was born in Connecticut back in 1942. Ever since she started acting in her 20s, we couldn’t possibly imagine a successful TV series without Linda Evans in it. In fact, she got to play in shows like The Big Valley and even Dynasty in the ‘80s. Linda, however, stopped acting after The Stepsister film was released in 1997. Overall, she had accumulated a $35-million net worth, so it wasn’t surprising seeing her want to retire. Thankfully for her fans though, she’s bound to make a comeback soon. Within 2020, she’s expected to play in the movie called Swan Song as Rita Parker Sloan.
Connie Francis – 81, $25 Million
It’s clear that the whole life of Connie Francis revolves around music, as, despite some minor interruptions, she has turned 80 and is still recording and performing. She started her career in the ’50s and hasn’t stopped since. During the ’60s, when she was at the peak of her career, she even appeared in some movies like Looking for Love. Her most recent project was performing the song You’re Gonna Miss Me for an episode of the eighth season of American Horror Story. Despite the many tragedies she’s encountered in her life, Connie’s been rewarded with a $25-million net worth after all of her hard work and persistence.
Liza Minnelli – 74, $50 Million
If you’ve been wondering what’s happened to Liza Minnelli, or what she’s been busy with over the years, wonder no more! Liza, the daughter of director Vincente Minnelli and legendary singer-actress Judy Garland, portrayed Sally Bowles in Cabaret. A role for which she received an Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role. She battled alcohol addiction in her earlier years and found help in Betty Ford Clinic. She made a cameo appearance in S** and the City in 2010 and an appearance in Smash in 2013.
Sally Struthers – 72, $8 Million
She was born in Portland, Oregon, back in 1947. Today, Sally Struthers is 72 years old and somehow has managed to remain quite active as an actress! She’s played in films like The Getaway, series like All in the Family, and in both on and off Broadway theater productions. For now, we’re going to be seeing her in the upcoming TV series called In-Security. Sally has only ever been married once, while All in the Family was still airing. Her marriage to William C. Rader ended in 1983 after they had one daughter together.
Joy Behar – 77, $30 Million
She started her career in showbiz relatively late, in the ‘80s. By then, Joy Behar was already in her 40s and divorced. It wasn’t hard for her to climb the ranks, though, as her funny and loving character was hard to go unnoticed. Since 1997 she has been co-hosting The View, only ever taking a two-year break in 2013. Today, Joy is 77 years old. She’s married to Steve Janowitz. On top of being a TV show host, she’s also a published author! Her last book was published in 2017, titled The Great Gasbag.
Linda Ronstadt – 73, $130 Million
She has 0ne of the most iconic and recognizable voices of the ‘70s and ‘80s. Linda Ronstadt has sung everything from rock to opera and Latin. Her very first album was released in 1969 called Hand Sown… Home Grown. She is 73 years old by now, and even though she’s stopped performing and making music, she’s never been forgotten. In fact, in 2019, an entire documentary about her was released called Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice. That same year, she also released a live album, recorded in 1980, called Live in Hollywood!
Lindsay Wagner – 70, $15 Million
The Bionic Woman star from the ’70s, Lindsay Wagner, is now in her seventies. Picture her from back then, with a few marks of physical maturity, and you’ll have the same beauty. Although Wagner does not appear on screens as often as we’d like to see her, she did make a few appearances on Grey’s Anatomy in 2018 and 2019. The very recent photo above was a snap from the 60th-anniversary party of the Monte Carlo TV Festival. As you can see, Wagner, who is worth $15 million, is a fashion icon for mature women.
Terry Kilburn – 93, Unknown Net Worth
Terence E. Kilburn left London as a child and made his way to the States. He wasted no time in starting his career in acting and he landed a great role as Tiny Tim in the film adaptation of the play called A Christmas Carol. Before moving to Broadway, Terry was a household name in the ‘30s and ‘40s for his superb performances in TV and in movies at the time. He sure must have had a good financial advisor to handle his financial affairs!
Dwight Yoakam – 63, $45 Million
He might not have released any new music since 2016, with Swimmin’ Pools, Movie Stars, but that doesn’t mean that Dwight Yoakam isn’t doing just fine. As a matter of fact, he just became a father for the first time in his 60s! His new-born came just months after Dwight got married to Emily Joyce in 2020.
Dwight’s been releasing music since the ‘80s and in quite a successful way. After all, he’s earned countless awards, including an Academy of Country Music Award with his debut album called Guitars, Cadillacs, Etc., Etc. Today he has a $45-million fortune. In 2019 he took part in the Country Music mini docuseries.
Willie Nelson – 87, $25 Million
His debut album came in 1962 titled … And Then I Wrote. Ever since then, Willie Nelson has been releasing new content non-stop. In fact, he has just released his latest album in 2020, called First Rose of Spring. All these years of hard work have now granted him a $25-million fortune.
When he’s not in his Hawaiian villa, Willie and his wife, Annie D’Angelo, spend their time on his ranch in Spicewood, Texas. While Willie is now crossing his 87th year, Annie is merely 63 years old! In 2020 Willie also took part in Willie and Me.
Randy Travis – 61, $32 Million
With his music, Randy Travis has not only sold over 25 million records, but he’s also filled a trophy room in his house. He has won numerous accolades, including Academy of Country Music Awards and multiple Grammys. Randy is now 61 years old and has only just released the Precious Memories (Worship & Faith) album.
Through it all, Randy has earned himself a fortune of around $32 million. He had a health scare in 2013 after suffering a stroke, but he’s thankfully back up his feet again. In 2019 he let go of one of his houses in Nashville, a 1,800-square-foot apartment, in exchange for $545K.
Vanessa Redgrave – 81, $20 Million
Acclaimed English actress and political activist Vanessa Redgrave comes from a family of talented actors. Her siblings were actors too and so are her children. Her daughter Natasha Richardson, who was also an actress, died in a skiing accident in 2009. This vibrant 81-year-old made her directorial debut in 2017 in the movie titled Sea Sorrow, which was actually a documentary about the European migrant crisis. Redgrave has not yet retired even though with approximately $20-million in net worth, she can already do so and not worry about a thing.
Elizabeth II – 92, $550 Million
In 1952, Queen Elizabeth II assumed the throne ruling over the United Kingdom, its external territories, and its wealth. The territory over which she reigned has changed over time, as most Commonwealth countries are now politically independent. But life is not all fun and games and hanging around the palace. Queen Elizabeth has royal duties that keep her quite busy. On top of that, she is the matriarch of the royal family so she administers what happens within it. Her vast wealth will pass to these persons according to her will on her death.
Alan Jackson – 61, $95 Million
His career officially started in 1987, when Alan Jackson released his first album, New Traditional. It’s safe to assume that he wouldn’t have reached such great heights had it not been for his long-time wife, Denise, whom he married in 1979. Today, Alan is one of country music’s best-selling artists, with over 80 million in record sales. Hearing that, his $95-million net worth is somewhat unsurprising. With Denise, he’s had three beautiful daughters. The last album which he ever released was in 2015, Angels and Alcohol. Meanwhile, he’s 61 years old and still has scheduled shows within the U.S.
George Strait – 68, $300 Million
He was born in Texas in 1952. George Strait is now 68 years old and rightfully dubbed as the King of County. After all, he’s sold around 100 million albums in his time. His very first album came in 1981, called Strait County. It was merely a decade after he got married to his only wife, Norma Strait. He has never stopped releasing music since. As a matter of fact, Strait’s latest album, the Honky Tonk Time Machine, was released in 2019. That same year, he also put up his San Antonio house on the market, asking for $8.9 million.
Hal Holbrook – 95, $5 Million
This screen and theater actor, Hal Brook, is critically acclaimed for his solo work in Mark Twain which was performed in front of numerous audiences. Holbrook acted in many films such as Hercules, The Fog and Into The Wild, receiving a Tony and five Emmy Awards. Additionally, he received a National Humanities Medal from the President. It is obvious that he enjoys acting, as he hasn’t yet retired. Even though he’s not making celebrity news as much, he’s happy to still be actively earning.
Emmylou Harris – 73, $15 Million
She might not have released any new content in a while, but Emmylou Harris is still performing. After all, she has scheduled shows in the States for 2021. Emmylou’s career stretches back to the late ‘60s, when her first album, Gliding Brid, was released. Her second one, Pieces of the Sky, six years later, became twice Platinum. Today, Emmylou has a $15-million fortune and countless awards on her shelves. She lives in a beautiful house in Nashville and is 73 years old. In 2019 she was even inducted in the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Robert Redford – 82, $170 Million
It seems that The Old Man & the Gun will be the last we see of Robert Redford as an actor. It is most probable that at the age of 82 and with a net worth of $170 million, Redford’s retirement plan is to live the rest of his years surrounded by his 7 grandchildren! His career in the film industry spanned over almost six decades and it was a successful and multi-awarded run. We wish him all the best for his future plans!
Bob Newhart – 91, $65 Million
Bob Newhart became so amazingly popular through his dead-pan delivery comedy routines, that TV audiences crowned him America’s favorite comedian. His comedy albums did well, rising to number one and two on the Billboard charts. His bank account opening must have been high! Newhart had two television sitcoms in addition to performing before live audiences across the world. In more recent times, he appeared as Professor Proton on Big Bang Theory and won a Primetime Emmy for it. Isn’t it any wonder he has such a high net worth?
Ann-Margret – 79, $20 Million
Ann-Margret is another Hollywood icon who is no longer working. During her heyday, she won many fans with her work in musical films. Her beautiful Swedish features were perfect for her roles in Bye Bye Birdie and Viva Las Vegas. Overall, her film, television, and music career paid off handsomely. If she decides to never work again, she will be A-OK just as long as her private wealth management system remains on track.
Philip Michael Thomas – 70, $2.5 Million
Fitness and health are super serious subjects for Philip Michael Thomas. He is a devoted vegetarian who honors his body by not introducing alcohol to it or smoking. He loves children and is a dad to eleven kids. Thomas is famous for his stint on Miami Vice. He stayed a long time on the six-year show. Thomas has remained active in the entertainment industry, but not in roles as meaty as the one he had on Miami Vice.
Jane Fonda – 82, $200 Million
The beautiful Jane Fonda is a woman who we all know and love for her excellent acting abilities and her natural comedic nature. She certainly hasn’t announced any plans of retiring yet, and it seems she won’t be likely to do so any time soon – despite her age of 80! She still acts and we are willing to bet that the moment she is on the cast, a movie is many times as likely to be watched! Jane is also known for making the best-selling VHS ever titled Jane Fonda’s Workout, which came out in 1982.
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Elton John – $500 Million
Another music legend with a massive fortune is Elton John. This incredibly gifted singer/composer, who comes all the way from the UK, began creating music almost 50 years ago. Widely recognized as the most successful solo artist in music history, Elton has sold more than 300 million records so far, but he is probably best known for his record-breaking single from 1997 Candle in the Wind. In addition to singing and touring, he has been contributing to his massive net worth of $500 million by composing music for films and also through his work on Broadway. Despite the fact that he is now in his early 70’s and more than well off, Elton John doesn’t seem to be ready for retirement just yet.