History’s Most Famous People Who Lived To Ripe Old Ages: Find Out How They’re Doing Now!

Published on 08/01/2023
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Bob Barker – 1923

Bob Barker served in the United States Navy during World War II and later went on to earn a degree while working in radio. In the 1950s, he made the decision to head west in pursuit of a career in radio and television broadcasting. In the 1970s, Barker’s life was transformed by his role as host of The Price Is Right. After more than three decades as host, he finally left the show in 2007. In 2018, Barker was hospitalized with severe back pain, but he is doing fine now at age 97.

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Clu Gulager – 1928

TV was where Clu Gulager first found success, with recurring roles in classics like The Virginian and The Tall Man. Stardom followed his stellar turns in such films as The Return of the Living Dead and A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge. You may have noticed that he looks much older than he actually is because he is already well into his nineties. Although many actors of his age have long since retired, he appears to have made a comfortable living from acting in the recent past. Once Upon a Time in 2019 featured Gulager in a small role. There in Hollywood.

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