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Hollywood has always celebrated longevity, but these remarkable stars have taken it to another level. Now in their 90s and beyond, they remain beloved for the talent, charm and unforgettable performances that made them icons in the first place. From Oscar winners to television legends, these living treasures prove that true star power never really fades.
Shirley MacLaine
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Shirley MacLaine, now 92, is one of the last surviving bright lights of both the Golden Age of Hollywood and the Broadway stage. She is beloved for her roles in The Apartment, Terms of Endearment and recent appearances in hit series like Only Murders in the Building, where she joined the cast for season 2, playing the mother of murdered resident Bunny. Always outspoken and eternally creative, MacLaine remains an inspiring force for new generations.
Dick Van Dyke
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Still charming at 100, Dick Van Dyke‘s charisma and effervescent joy have made him a staple of stage and screen for more than 70 years. Best known for The Dick Van Dyke Show, Mary Poppins and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Van Dyke continues to make appearances and spread joy all over the world. He recently became the oldest winner of a Daytime Emmy, for a guest role on the soap Days of Our Lives, according to CBS News.
Clint Eastwood
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Clint Eastwood, 96, is a Hollywood tough guy who just won’t quit, with a directorial and acting legacy unmatched by most. He achieved international stardom playing “The Man with No Name” in three Italian westerns known as “spaghetti westerns”: A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More, and The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, per Britannica, and has continued to reinvent himself with blockbuster films and a distinct vision behind the camera. Even now, Eastwood remains a powerhouse in Hollywood.
William Shatner
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At 95, William Shatner is still boldly going where few have gone before. The iconic Star Trek captain not only thrives on stage and television but at 90 years old, he became the oldest person to fly into space, according to Blue Origin, as reported by NPR. Shatner’s wit and curiosity have made him unforgettable to fans around the world.
Julie Andrews
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Dame Julie Andrews, 90, reigns as one of the most beloved leading ladies in musical and film history. From enchanting audiences in Mary Poppins and The Sound of Music to voicing Lady Whistledown in Bridgerton, where her familiar tones narrate the show’s gossip column according to Capital FM, her grace and talent remain unparalleled. Andrews continues to inspire with her elegance and unmatched vocal gifts.
Rita Moreno
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Rita Moreno, 94, is more than just an EGOT, she’s a living testament to perseverance and boundless talent. She rose to prominence playing Anita in 1961’s West Side Story, singing and dancing in the memorable number “America,” and the performance won her an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress the following year, making her the first Latina or Hispanic winner of the category, per NBC Insider. Moreno’s energy and activism keep her thriving and relevant in the entertainment world.
James Hong
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James Hong, at 97, is one of film and television’s busiest and most versatile actors. His career spans roughly 70 years and nearly 700 credits, including playing the grandfather in Everything Everywhere All At Once, as reported by CNBC. His work continues to break barriers for Asian American performers.
David Attenborough
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Sir David Attenborough, now 100, is the voice and face of the natural world for millions worldwide. Though he had been fronting BBC natural history series since the 1950s, his breakout series Life on Earth turned him into a star whose enthusiasm and good humor have entertained viewers around the world, per GBH.
Eva Marie Saint
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Eva Marie Saint, 102, is the oldest living Academy Award winner and a living bridge to classic Hollywood. Known for her memorable turns opposite legends like Marlon Brando and Cary Grant, her career is legendary, and by turning 100, she joined an exclusive club of centenarian Oscar winners, with only George Burns, Luise Rainer, and Olivia de Havilland having previously achieved the feat, making her the earliest surviving and oldest living Academy Award victor, as reported by BFI. Saint’s approachability and talent keep her a beloved figure in and out of Hollywood.
Ellen Burstyn
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At 93, Ellen Burstyn‘s body of work encompasses some of film’s most emotionally rich performances. An Academy, Tony and Emmy Award winner, she continues to dazzle audiences and nurture actors while remaining active as co-president of the Actors Studio alongside Al Pacino and Harvey Keitel, according to the Television Academy. Burstyn’s wisdom and artistry set the bar for what it means to age gracefully in Hollywood.
Rosemary Harris
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Rosemary Harris, 98, has enchanted audiences through her acclaimed stage and screen work, including her memorable role as Aunt May in the Spider-Man trilogy, where she starred on the big screen from 2002 to 2007 as Aunt May Parker, Peter Parker’s nurturing, adoptive mother, per a Historical Marker Database entry. Throughout her long career, Harris’s performances have brought complexity and elegance to every role. She remains a standard-bearer for British and American theatre.
Marla Gibbs
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Marla Gibbs, 95, is a television icon, most memorable as Florence on The Jeffersons and Mary on 227, a series she also helped produce, which ran from 1985 to 1990. Her humor, timing and energy keep her a cherished figure across generations of viewers. Gibbs continues to act and inspire, proving that true talent never fades.
Tippi Hedren
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At 96, Tippi Hedren commands admiration for both her iconic performances in Alfred Hitchcock‘s classics and her tireless animal activism. Her passionate advocacy for big cats began when she started rescuing them in 1972 and moved them to a property called the Shambala Preserve, and she later founded the Roar Foundation in 1983 to fund the animals’ needs there, according to Britannica. Hedren’s life is a thrilling saga worthy of its own Hollywood story.