Actresses Who Are In Their 70s

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Meryl Streep
(Regarded as 'The Best Actress of Her Generation')
Meryl Streep
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Birthdate: June 22, 1949
Age: 74 Years
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: SummitSummit, New Jersey, United States

Often described as the "best actress of her generation," Meryl Streep is acclaimed for her versatility. After debuting in the 1970s, she built a solid reputation by portraying challenging roles in dramatic films. In a career spanning over half a century, she has received numerous awards, including three Academy Awards and eight Golden Globe Awards.

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Sigourney Weaver
(American Actress and an Influential Figure in Science Fiction and Popular Culture)
Sigourney Weaver
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Birthdate: October 8, 1949
Age: 74 Years
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Manhattan, New York, United States

Sigourney Weaver is an American actress. Widely considered one of the most important female protagonists in the history of cinema, Sigourney is also regarded as a pioneer of action heroines in sci-fi films, thanks to her role in the Alien franchise. In 2003, she was ranked 20th in Channel 4's list of 100 Greatest Movie Stars of All Time.

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Goldie Hawn
(Actress Best Known for Her Films: 'Cactus Flower' and 'Private Benjamin')
Goldie Hawn
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Birthdate: November 21, 1945
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Washington, D.C., United States

Goldie Hawn is one of the most prolific actresses of Hollywood with a career spanning decades. Death Becomes HerPrivate BenjaminOverboardThe First Wives ClubThe Banger Sisters and The Sugarland Express are some of her notable films. She won an Oscar for the 1969 film Cactus Flower. She has been in a long relationship with actor Kurt Russel.

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Mary Steenburgen
(Actress and Comedian Best Known for Her Films: ‘Goin' South’, ‘Melvin and Howard’ and ‘Ragtime’)
Mary Steenburgen
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Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: February 8, 1953
Age: 71 Years
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Newport, Arkansas, United States

Mary Steenburgen is an American actress and musician. Also an active humanitarian, Steenburgen has been involved with several groups that work towards the welfare of people and the environment. In 2005, she inspired students at the Clinton School of Public Service with her lecture on students' role in public service.

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Helen Mirren
(The Only Performer to Have Achieved the 'Triple Crown of Acting' in Both the US and the UK)
Helen Mirren
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Birthdate: July 26, 1945
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: London, England, United Kingdom

Helen Mirren is one of the most respected and decorated actresses from England. She has won several prestigious awards, including the Triple Crown of Acting. Before achieving greatness, Mirren fought drug addiction during her 20s. She has also said that she is a naturist at heart and was named by British Naturism as Naturist of the Year in 2004.

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Catherine O'Hara
(Actress Known for Her Comedy Series 'Second City Television' and 'Schitt's Creek')
Catherine O'Hara
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Birthdate: March 4, 1954
Age: 70 Years
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Primetime Emmy-winning Canadian-American actor and comedian Catherine O'Hara soared to fame with the sketch-comedy show SCTV. She is known for her frequent appearances in the films of Tim Burton and Christopher Guest. She is the sister of singer Mary Margaret O'Hara and is herself a fairly decent singer.

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Kim Basinger
(Actress and Model Known for Her Films: ‘Never Say Never Again’, ‘The Natural’ and 'L.A. Confidential’)
Kim Basinger
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Birthdate: December 8, 1953
Age: 70 Years
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Athens, Georgia, United States

A shy schoolgirl, Kim Basinger grew up to become a successful model, actress and singer. After appearing in numerous advertisements, Kim began acting on television. Her breakthrough role came with movie Never Say Never Again where she played the Bond girl. Later, she won accolades for her performance in movies like The Natural, Batman, L.A. Confidential and Fifty Shades Darker.

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Katey Sagal
(Actress and Singer)
Katey Sagal
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Listed In: Musicians
Birthdate: January 19, 1954
Age: 70 Years
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Talented film and television actress Katey Sagal’s big break came with the popular comedy series Married.... with Children. Later, she lent her voice for the animated series Futurama and gave an award winning performance in the drama series Sons of Anarchy. Her film credits include Futurama: Bender's Big Score and Pitch Perfect 2. She has also released two music albums.

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Sally Field
(American Actress Who Became Famous for Portraying Firebrands and Steely Matriarchs)
Sally Field
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Birthdate: November 6, 1946
Age: 77 Years
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Pasadena, California, United States

An acclaimed American actress, Sally Field has won prestigious awards, such as Academy Awards and Emmy Awards. Apart from being a popular actress, Sally Field has also played an important role as an activist, advocating for gay rights and women's rights. She has been part of the board of directors of an international women's NGO called Vital Voices Global Partnership.

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Kathy Bates
(Actress and Director Known for Her Films: 'Misery', ‘Fried Green Tomatoes’ and ‘Dolores Claiborne’)
Kathy Bates
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Birthdate: June 28, 1948
Age: 75 Years
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Best known as Molly Brown from Titanic, Annie Wilkes from Misery, and Ethel Darling from American Horror Story, two-time Emmy-winner Kathy Bates also has an Academy Award in her kitty. She has survived ovarian cancer and breast cancer and is now a prominent advocate for lymphatic disease awareness. 
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Cyndi Lauper
(Singer-Songwriter who Ruled the Billboard Hot 100 with Tracks Like ‘She Bop’ and ‘True Colors’)
Cyndi Lauper
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Birthdate: June 22, 1953
Age: 70 Years
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States

Cyndi Lauper is an American singer-songwriter, activist, and actress. Apart from her distinctive appearance, Lauper is also known for her achievements; having won three of the four major entertainment awards (Grammy, Emmy, Tony), she is consistently named in lists like 100 Greatest Women of Rock & Roll. Cyndi Lauper is also celebrated for her humanitarian work and charitable efforts.

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Lynda Carter
(American Actress, Singer and Winner of Miss World USA 1972)
Lynda Carter
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Listed In: Miscellaneous
Birthdate: July 24, 1951
Age: 72 Years
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Lynda Carter is an American actress, model, singer-songwriter, and beauty pageant titleholder. A former Miss World USA, Lynda Carter's acting career is largely defined by her portrayal of comic book fictional superheroine, Wonder Woman, in the eponymous live-action television series. Over the years, Carter has also been an ardent advocate of LGBT rights.

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Cherilyn Sarkisian
(One of the Best-Selling Music Artists and 'Goddess of Pop')
Cherilyn Sarkisian
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Birthdate: May 20, 1946
Age: 77 Years
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: El Centro, California, United States
The “Goddess of Pop” Cher began her career with the folk-rock duo Sonny & Cher. She also appeared on Broadway and delivered an Oscar-winning performance in the film Moonstruck. Her track Believe was the biggest-selling single by a female artist in the U.K. and popularized the auto-tune, or "Cher effect.”
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Susan Sarandon
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Listed In: Activists
Birthdate: October 4, 1946
Age: 77 Years
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Jackson Heights, New York, United States

Susan Sarandon is hailed as one of the best actresses of her time. She has starred in many acclaimed Hollywood films like Bull Durham, Thelma and Louise, Atlantic City and Lorenzo's Oil. In 1995 she won an Oscar for Dead Man Walking. She’s also a political activist and has often protested against issues like war, gun violence and migrant separation policy.

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Diane Keaton
(Actress and Director)
Diane Keaton
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Birthdate: January 5, 1946
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

Best known for her dressing style and idiosyncratic personality, Diane Keaton is one of the earliest actresses to take precautionary action to avoid being typecast in the entertainment industry. Widely regarded as one of the greatest actresses of the 1970s, Diane is also one of the most respected and celebrated actresses of all time.

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Jessica Lange
(One of the Greatest Actresses of All Time)
Jessica Lange
80
Birthdate: April 20, 1949
Age: 74 Years
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Cloquet, Minnesota, United States

Jessica Lange is a prominent actress with over four decades of experience in Hollywood. She is one of the few female performers to achieve the “Triple Crown of Acting,” having won an Academy Award, Emmy Award, and Tony Award. She has appeared in many critically acclaimed films. Also a photographer, she has published four books.

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Beverly D’Angelo
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Birthdate: November 15, 1951
Age: 72 Years
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Columbus, Ohio, United States
Beverly D’Angelo is best known for her Golden Globe-nominated performance as Patsy Cline in the biographical film Coal Miner's Daughter and her Emmy-nominated role as Stella Kowalski in the TV film A Streetcar Named Desire. Fans also loved her as Ellen Griswold in the National Lampoon's Vacation movie franchise.
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Annie Potts
(Theater Actress, Film Actress)
Annie Potts
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Birthdate: October 28, 1952
Age: 71 Years
Sun Sign: Scorpio
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Christie Brinkley
(Model, Actress, Businesswoman)
Christie Brinkley
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Listed In: Fashion
Birthdate: February 2, 1954
Age: 70 Years
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Monroe

Christie Brinkley is an American actress, model, and entrepreneur. Widely regarded as one of the most attractive women ever, Brinkley has been featured on more than 500 magazine covers and was the face of CoverGirl for 25 years! Apart from being an inspiration to aspiring models worldwide, Christie Brinkley has also touched the lives of many through her philanthropic activities.

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Rene Russo
(Actress and Model)
Rene Russo
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Birthdate: February 17, 1954
Age: 70 Years
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Burbank, California, United States

Rene Russo is an American actress, model, and producer. As a fashion model, Russo graced the covers of magazines like Cosmopolitan and Vogue during the 1970s. She then established herself as an actress, playing important roles in popular films like Lethal Weapon 3, Outbreak, and In the Line of Fire. She also headlined the comedy film Yours, Mine and Ours.

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Shelley Long
(Actress, Singer and Comedian Best Known for Her Role as ‘Diane Chambers’ in the TV Series ‘Cheers’)
Shelley Long
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Birthdate: August 23, 1949
Age: 74 Years
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
Shelley Long is best known for her Golden Globe- and Emmy-winning performance as Diane Chambers in the NBC sitcom Cheers. She later reprised the role in Frasier. Fans also loved her in films such as Irreconcilable Differences and Hello Again, and as DeDe Pritchett in the series Modern Family.
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Pam Grier
(Best Known for Her Roles in the Films: ‘Coffy’, ‘Foxy Brown’, ‘The Big Doll House’ and ‘The Arena’)
Pam Grier
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Birthdate: May 26, 1949
Age: 74 Years
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States

Widely regarded as the first female action star of cinema, American actress Pam Grier achieved popularity for playing important roles in a string of blaxploitation, action, and women-in-prison movies throughout the 1970s. She also serves as an inspiration to those suffering from cancer; she made a recovery after she was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 1988.

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Jane Seymour
(Known for Her Role as ‘Emma Callon’ in the TV Series ‘The Onedin Line’)
Jane Seymour
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Birthdate: May 15, 1951
Age: 72 Years
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Hayes, Middlesex, England

Jane Seymour is a British-American actress who was made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for service to drama. Over the years, Seymour has also played a major role as a celebrity ambassador for a national non-profit organization called Childhelp, which works towards helping victims of child abuse and neglect.

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Christine Baranski
(Known for her roles in The Bird Cage, The Big Bang Theory, The Good Wife and its spin-off The Good Fight.)
Christine Baranski
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Birthdate: May 2, 1952
Age: 71 Years
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Buffalo, New York, United States
Height: 5'10" (178 cm)
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Debbie Harry
(Singer-Songwriter, Actress and Lead Vocalist of the Band ‘Blondie’)
Debbie Harry
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Birthdate: July 1, 1945
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Miami, Florida, United States

Debbie Harry is an American actress and singer-songwriter. She is credited with co-founding the popular rock band Blondie, which pioneered the American punk rock and later the new wave genre. Also a well-known philanthropist, Debbie Harry works with charities that fight against endometriosis and cancer.

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Cassandra Peterson
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Birthdate: September 17, 1951
Age: 72 Years
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Manhattan, Kansas
Cassandra Peterson is best known for her iconic character Elvira, from the show Elvira's Movie Macabre and the film Elvira: Mistress of the Dark. She made Elvira a cult figure, with her Gothic appearance and her signature low-cut black dress. She inspired Elvira-themed novels, games, calendars, and comic books. 
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Isabella Rossellini
(Actress, Author and Philanthropist Known for Her Roles in Films: ‘Blue Velvet’ and ‘Death Becomes Her’)
Isabella Rossellini
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Birthdate: June 18, 1952
Age: 71 Years
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Rome, Italy

Italian-American actress Isabella Rossellini has made an important contribution to the American and Italian film industry. She has also appeared on stage, including an Off-Broadway production of The Stendhal Syndrome.  Also known for her involvement in conservation efforts, Rossellini serves as the director and president of the Howard Gilman Foundation, which focuses on the preservation of arts, photography, and wildlife.

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Bernadette Peters
(Actress, Singer and Children's Book Author)
Bernadette Peters
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Birthdate: February 28, 1948
Age: 76 Years
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: New York City, New York, United States

Bernadette Peters is an American actress, children's book author, and singer. She is known for contributing immensely to all three major acting mediums in an illustrious career spanning more than 60 years. Credited with co-founding an annual animal adopt-a-thon named Broadway Barks, Bernadette Peters was honored with the 2019 Prince Rainier III Award for her philanthropic activities.

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Sissy Spacek
(Actress)
Sissy Spacek
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Birthdate: December 25, 1949
Age: 74 Years
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Quitman, Texas, United States
Sissy Spacek is best known for her Academy Award-winning role of Loretta Lynn in Coal Miner's Daughter and also earned a Grammy nomination for her country tracks in the movie. Her other notable projects are the films Missing and The River, and the series Bloodline, Castle Rock, and Homecoming.
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Bette Midler
(Singer & Actress Known for her Chart Hits 'The Rose', 'Wind Beneath My Wings' and the Movie 'The Rose')
Bette Midler
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Birthdate: December 1, 1945
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

A singer-songwriter, actress, and comedian, Bette Midler is one of the most decorated American celebrities of her generation. She has won prestigious awards like Grammy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, Primetime Emmy Awards, and Tony Award. Also known for her charity work, Bette Midler founded a non-profit organization called New York Restoration Project in 1995.

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Gladys Knight
(Singer-Songwriter)
Gladys Knight
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Listed In: Singers
Birthdate: May 28, 1944
Age: 79 Years
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
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Hayley Mills
(Actress)
Hayley Mills
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Birthdate: April 18, 1946
Age: 77 Years
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Marylebone, United Kingdom
Hayley Mills, daughter of actors Sir John Mills and Mary Hayley Bell, is best known for her dual role as a child actor in the 1961 film The Parent Trap. Her debut role in Tiger Bay won her a BAFTA. A Disney regular, she won a Disney Legend Award, too. 
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Glenn Close
(Actress)
Glenn Close
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Birthdate: March 19, 1947
Age: 76 Years
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

Regarded as one of the best actresses of her generation, Glenn Close holds the record for the most Academy Award nominations without a win for a female actor. Also an activist, she has campaigned for issues like mental health, women's rights, and gay marriage. In 2019, she was named in Time magazine's 100 most influential people in the world list.

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Anjelica Huston
(Actress Known for her Performance in 'Prizzi's Honor' and Daughter of Director John Huston)
Anjelica Huston
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Listed In: Fashion
Birthdate: July 8, 1951
Age: 72 Years
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Santa Monica, California, United States

Born to actor-director John Huston and ballerina Enrica Soma, Anjelica Huston was no stranger to the world of entertainment as a child. Initially a model, she later became full-time actor and won an Academy Award for her role in Prizzi's Honor. She later became a regular in Wes Anderson’s films.

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Candice Bergen
(Actress)
Candice Bergen
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Birthdate: May 9, 1946
Age: 77 Years
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Beverly Hills, California, United States
Height: 5'7" (170 cm)
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Alfre Woodard
(Best Known for Her Roles in the Films ‘Annabelle’ and the Remake of ‘The Lion King’)
Alfre Woodard
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Birthdate: November 8, 1952
Age: 71 Years
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States

Alfre Woodard is an American actress. Considered one of the most accomplished and versatile actresses of her generation, Woodard was named in The New York Times' The 25 Greatest Actors of the 21st Century list in 2020. Also a political activist, Woodard is credited with founding Artists for a New South Africa, which aims at advancing equality in South Africa.

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Jaclyn Smith
(Best Known for Her Role as ‘Kelly Garrett’ in the TV Series ‘Charlie's Angels’)
Jaclyn Smith
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Birthdate: October 26, 1945
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States
Jaclyn Smith is best known as Kelly Garrett from the iconic series Charlie's Angels, and appeared in the same role in two Charlie’s Angels films later. She earned a Golden Globe nomination for the TV film Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy. She owns an apparel brand and has battled breast cancer.
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Jean Smart
(Actress)
Jean Smart
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Birthdate: September 13, 1951
Age: 72 Years
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Seattle, Washington, United States

Active in the field of entertainment for over 40 years, actress Jean Smart began her career in regional theater. After finding much fame as a stage actress, she started taking up TV and film roles as well. She has given many critically acclaimed performances and is the winner of three Primetime Emmy Awards.

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Karen Allen
(Best Known for Her Role as ‘Marion Ravenwood’ in the Film ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark’)
Karen Allen
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Birthdate: October 5, 1951
Age: 72 Years
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Carrollton, Illinois, United States
Karen Allen is best known as Marion Ravenwood from the Indiana Jones movie Raiders of the Lost Ark. She has also performed on Broadway and directed both stage and screen projects. She now owns a textile company, and spends her time teaching at a college and knitting.
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Priscilla Presley
(American Entrepreneur and Ex-Wife of Elvis Presley)
Priscilla Presley
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Birthdate: May 24, 1945
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: New York City, United States
The former wife of Elvis Presley, Priscilla Presley’s career actually began after divorce. She set up a successful clothing boutique, launched her own line of fragrance and linen and established herself as an actor with projects like The Naked Gun and Dallas. She also worked to convert Graceland estate, Elvis Presley’s residence, into a famous tourist attraction in US.
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Cybill Lynne Shepherd
(Actress and Singer)
Cybill Lynne Shepherd
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Birthdate: February 18, 1950
Age: 74 Years
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Cybill Shepherd is best known for her roles in films such as The Heartbreak Kid, Taxi Driver, and Alice. Fans also loved her for her Golden Globe-winning portrayals of Madelyn 'Maddie' Hayes in the series Moonlighting and Cybill Sheridan in the sitcom Cybill. She is a follower of goddess-worshipping Paganism.
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Liza Minnelli
(American Actress, Singer and One of the Rare Performers Awarded With EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony))
Liza Minnelli
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Birthdate: March 12, 1946
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States

The daughter of popular actress and singer Judy Garland, Liza Minnelli followed in her mother's footsteps to become an award-winning actress and singer. Known for her powerful contralto singing voice and energetic stage presence, Liza Minnelli is the recipient of an Academy Award and Tony Award. Also a known philanthropist, Minnelli spends much of her time with various nonprofit organizations.

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Linda Hunt
(actor, stage actor, television actor, film actor)
Linda Hunt
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Birthdate: April 2, 1945
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Morristown
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Annette O'Toole
(Actress)
Annette O'Toole
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Birthdate: April 1, 1952
Age: 71 Years
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States U.S.
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
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Morgan Fairchild
(Actress)
Morgan Fairchild
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Birthdate: February 3, 1950
Age: 74 Years
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Dallas, Texas, United States
Height: 5'4" (163 cm)
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Kate Jackson
(Actress and Producer Known for Her Role as ‘Sabrina Duncan’ in the TV Series ‘Charlie's Angels’)
Kate Jackson
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Birthdate: October 29, 1948
Age: 75 Years
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Kate Jackson is known for her iconic role of Sabrina Duncan in the 1970s’ series Charlie's Angels, which earned her a feature on the Time cover, with co-stars Jaclyn Smith and Farrah Fawcett . She also delivered a Bravo Golden Otto-winning performance as Amanda King in Scarecrow and Mrs. King.
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Rhea Perlman
(Best Known for Her Role as ‘Carla Tortelli’ in the TV Sitcom ‘Cheers’)
Rhea Perlman
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Birthdate: March 31, 1948
Age: 75 Years
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Coney Island, New York, United States

Rhea Perlman is an American actress whose portrayal of Carla Tortelli in the TV series Cheers contributed to the overall success of the CBS sitcom; Carla Tortelli was eventually named by CBS as one of the greatest television characters of all time. Also an author, Rhea Perlman wrote the popular children's book series Otto Undercover.

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Cheryl Ladd
(Actress)
Cheryl Ladd
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Birthdate: July 12, 1951
Age: 72 Years
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Huron, South Dakota, USA
Height: 5'3" (160 cm)
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Phylicia Rashad
(Actress, Singer and Director Known for Her Role as ‘Clair Huxtable’ in the TV Sitcom ‘The Cosby Show’)
Phylicia Rashad
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Birthdate: June 19, 1948
Age: 75 Years
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Houston, Texas, United States
Phylicia Rashad, the Mother of The Black Community, became the first Black lady to win the Tony Award for Best Actress, for her performance in A Raisin in the Sun. Known for her Emmy-nominated portrayal of Clair Huxtable on The Cosby Show, she also appeared in Colored Girls and Creed. 
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Tyne Daly
(Actress)
Tyne Daly
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Birthdate: February 21, 1946
Age: 78 Years
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Madison, Wisconsin
Tyne Daly won four of her six Emmys for her portrayal of Mary Beth Lacey in Cagney & Lacey. She is known for her roles in Judging Amy and Christy, too. She is also a Tony-winning stage actor, known for her works in the Broadway productions Gypsy and Rabbit Hole