These Golden Era Stars You’ve Forgotten Are Still Alive And Breaking!
Lorenzo Lamas – 1958
The older generations would never forget the awe-inspiring performance that Lorenzo Lamas delivered on “Falcon Crest” throughout the ’80s. He is no longer as young and playful. Well, it seems appropriate considering he is now the father of six adult children.
Over the decades, Lamas has been very consistent on the screens, particularly on the small screen. Some of the most noteworthy works in his portfolio are Reno Raines in “Renegade,” Dr. Hollywood in “Big Time Rush,” and Hector Ramirez in “The Bold and the Beautiful.” A five-time divorcee, Lamas is currently engaged to Kenna Scott. We hope that relationship perseveres like his acting career.
Paul Hogan – 1939
Paul Hogan, once the Australian of the Year, started as a comedian on an amateur talent program. Since then, he has made millions thanks to his acting career and his hard work. He got his big break when he played Mick in Crocodile Dundee and won the 1987 Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.
Though he never landed another iconic role, he got roles in Comedy and advertisements, which kept the bucks rolling in. He also had more installments to work on for the Crocodile Dundee franchise, among which is the one he recently starred in: 2020’s The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee.
Ralph Carter – 1961
Everyone remembers Ralph Carter from the CBS sitcom “Good Times,” which aired between 1974 and 1979. Carter made a name for himself as an actor and singer. Even before “Good Times,” he was featured in the Broadway musical titled “Raisin” and was awarded as the Most Promising Performer.
Carter’s career started when he was only nine and lasted less than two decades. During that time, in addition to his acting, he recorded a music album titled “Young and in Love.” Two songs from that album, “When You’re Young and in Love” and “Extra, Extra (Read All About It),” became chart hits at number ten and 12, respectively.
Max Baer Jr. – 1937
Though Max Baer Jr. went to Santa Clara University to study business, he found himself in show business, and he did pretty well. His acting career took off when he joined the cast of The Beverly Hillbillies, holding the most prominent role of his entire career.
He attempted to put up a casino when his acting career slowed down, but its development got suspended in 2012. Baer Jr. is the last member of the Beverly Hillbillies cast who is still alive today. He appeared in Jay Sebring…. Cutting to the Truth in 2020 and will appear in The Harlem Harlequin: Slapsie Maxie Rosenbloom which is currently filming.
Linda Gray started her illustrious career in the 1960s and soared to fame for her unforgettable role as Sue Ellen Ewing on the CBS drama “Dallas.” She played that role from the late 1970s to the early 1990s and returned in the 21st century to reprise her role. It became her persona and garnered two Golden Globe Awards and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.
Linda Gray – 1940
Transitioning from TV commercials to starring roles in various series and films, Linda’s acting prowess was widely acknowledged. She continued to impress with performances in stage productions, TV movies, and different television series, including a notable appearance on “Hollyoaks” in 2016.