Meet the Iconic Tinseltown Stars Who Continue To Shine Bright Today

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Marla Gibbs – The Jeffersons

Marla Gibbs is an American actress who got her big break in 1975 when she was hired for a small part as a housekeeper named Florence in the CBS series “The Jeffersons” at the age of 44. For her work on the program, she received four prime-time Emmy nominations.

She then went on to appear in and produce “227,” a famous sitcom that aired from 1985 to 1990 and made Jackée Harry and Regina King famous. Gibbs is still acting and has made a handful of film and television appearances. Since 2021, she’s also been a familiar face on “The Days of our Lives.”

Richard Simmons – Sweatin’ to the Oldies

Richard Simmons was at the height of his fame as a fitness expert in the ’80s and ’90s. He’s known to many as the curly-hair guy in striped dolphin shorts and tank tops covered in sparkles. Simmons’s upbeat and cheerful demeanor inspired many to start working out so that they could shed unwanted pounds.

In the years leading up to 2014, when he was last seen in public, he had a substantial library of CDs, tapes, books, and other items related to his chosen profession. Although both his publicists and himself have dispelled widespread speculation regarding his location, TV shows have been created around the topic nonetheless.

Robert Fuller – Laramie

American horse rancher and former actor Robert Fuller gained notoriety for his rich, raspy voice throughout his five decades on television. He is well-known for his parts in the television series “Emergency!” and Western television shows like “Laramie” and “Wagon Train.”

With fewer appearances in movies like “Maverick” and “Repossessed,” Fuller’s acting career had stagnated by the ’90s. After quitting performing, he and his family moved from Los Angeles to Texas, where they now reside on a ranch and have a tranquil life. He continues to keep in touch with his devoted followers by meeting up at western movie events every year.

Richard Chamberlain – Dr. Kildare

Richard Chamberlain, an actor referred to as the King of the Miniseries, rose to prominence after playing the lead character in the television series “Dr. Kildare,” for which he won a Golden Globe Award. During the ’60s, he was the darling of many thanks to his charisma and good looks.

The multi-talented Chamberlain worked in countless stage productions throughout the course of a career spanning more than five decades, in addition to acting in TV and movies. He also released albums that topped the US and UK charts. He’s made appearances in popular shows like “Desperate Housewives” and “Twin Peaks” throughout the past decades in episodic roles.

Nancy Sinatra – These Boots Are Made for Walkin’

Nancy Sinatra is a pop icon and actress who became famous for her mid-’60s hit tune “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’.” The legendary Frank Sinatra’s daughter made her television debut in 1957 on her father’s ABC variety show, but it wasn’t until she released the classic song “These Boots Are Made for Walkin'” in 1966 that she became well-known.

Along with her father and Elvis Presley, Sinatra also starred in a few films and rose to popularity. For personal reasons, she took a protracted hiatus from her career in the ’80s. She now runs a website called Nancy’s Boutique, selling various products, vinyl, CDs, and autographed memorabilia.

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