10 Older Actors Who Are Showered With Love By Fans Far and Wide

They may be over 70, but even younger fans know and love them.

Jesse

Published in Film & TV
3 Mar 2022

10 Older Actors Who Are Showered With Love By Fans Far and Wide

Some actors fade from the spotlight as newer faces take over, but a few keep winning over fans year after year. Their careers stretch across decades, and their appeal seems to grow right along with them.

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This list looks at older stars who have stayed widely loved through changing eras, from classic film legends to familiar faces younger audiences still recognize today. Morgan Freeman is one of the best-known examples, but he is far from the only one.

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From award winners to pop culture icons, these actors have managed to stay relevant, admired, and in demand. Here are 10 older actors who are still showered with love by fans far and wide.

1. Jane Fonda — 84 years old

She was Barbarella in the camp classic film and has played the character Grace Hanson in the American TV series 'Grace and Frankie.' Beyond her acting roles, Fonda receives immense adoration for her staunch activism.

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2. Robert De Niro — 78 years old

The New York-born actor became popular through his roles in a series of Martin Scorsese films. He has appeared in some of the most highly regarded films, such as 'The Godfather Part II,' 'Goodfellas,' 'Raging Bull,' and 'The Irishman,' to name a few.

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3. Betty White — 99 years old

This list would not be complete without the late Betty White. She has become somewhat of a meme for the younger generation, joking about her age, but she was and is truly well-loved.

She played Rose Nylund, one of the main characters in 'The Golden Girls.' She was one of the pioneers of American television, and she is one of the few celebrities we can truly say was universally loved.

4. Alfredo James Pacino — 81 years old

Al Pacino, for short, is one of the best actors of his generation. He has starred in movies like 'Scarface,' and he played Michael Corleone in the film regarded as one of the best movies of all time, 'The Godfather.'

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5. Meryl Streep — 72 years old

Meryl Streep is regarded as the best actress of her generation, and for good reason. She is known for her ability to fully inhabit the characters she portrays, and she has won numerous awards for her versatility.

6. William Shatner — 90 years old

Known as Captain Kirk to Star Trek fans, William Shatner is a Canadian actor who has built a career in American television. He also dabbles in producing, writing, and directing.

7. Dame Angela Lansbury — 96 years old

The Irish-British actress is one of the few surviving actresses from the Golden Age of Hollywood cinema. Her illustrious career spans theater, film, and television.

8. Donald Sutherland — 86 years old

To the younger generation, he is known as President Snow from 'The Hunger Games' movie trilogy. However, Donald Sutherland had a six-decade career that earned him a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame prior to that role.

9. Dame Judi Dench — 87 years old

Hailed as one of Britain's best actresses, Dame Judi Dench has a versatile career. She began her illustrious acting journey on stage and eventually explored film; in case you forgot, she was M in some James Bond movies.

10. Clint Eastwood — 91 years old

He is one of the most popular, if not the most popular, Western film and television actors. Clint Eastwood cemented his international acclaim with his movie 'Million Dollar Baby,' where he played the moody veteran trainer to an aspiring waitress turned professional boxer.

It cannot be said enough that a career such as theirs is rare and coveted. Not only are they amazing actors, but they have also remained darlings of their fans worldwide.

Their names alone are enough to draw a crowd to any event, movie, or television project. We are fortunate to have witnessed their talents at the height of their careers.

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10 Older Actors Who Are Showered With Love By Fans Far and Wide

Jesse

1. Jane Fonda — 84 years old

2. Robert De Niro — 78 years old

3. Betty White — 99 years old

4. Alfredo James Pacino — 81 years old

5. Meryl Streep — 72 years old

6. William Shatner — 90 years old

7. Dame Angela Lansbury — 96 years old

8. Donald Sutherland — 86 years old

9. Dame Judi Dench — 87 years old

10. Clint Eastwood — 91 years old

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