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

It's hard enough to make it to Hollywood; yet, it's even harder for celebrities to maintain a steady sway over their fans throughout their careers. Even in this glamorous industry, celebrities often find themselves set aside for shinier, younger newcomers.

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Some A-listers, however, defy this trend and remain beloved by the majority of people throughout their careers, from the beginning to their beautiful golden years. Take Morgan Freeman, for example, or as some of you know him, God.

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He's not really God, as far as our investigation shows anyway, but he did voice God in the movie 'Bruce Almighty' alongside Jim Carrey. The 84-year-old actor didn't begin his stellar film career until he was in his 40s.

His first major acting gig was on 'The Electric Company,' but he became a household name when he was cast in the film 'Driving Miss Daisy.' Ever since then, Freeman has landed some seriously good roles in movies like 'The Shawshank Redemption,' 'Now You See Me,' 'Evan Almighty' (he also played God in this one), and 'Last Vegas,' to name a few.

He has been the sought-after narrator for many films and highly acclaimed documentaries as well. He is beloved by many, even after spending many years in the limelight.

They may have had to "reinvent" themselves to ensure a steady career trajectory, but it worked; they may be from an older generation, but even the younger ones know and love them. Morgan Freeman is not alone in this category, and here are other actors who have been cherished by fans for decades:

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.'

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.

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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