Debbie Harry
Debbie Harry was one of the most popular singers of the 1970s. This American actress, singer, and songwriter had a lot of struggles in life before finally conquering her demons to live the life she enjoys today. She was adopted and raised by her stepparents when she was only three months old. Before getting into the music scene, she had worked as a cocktail waitress, a secretary, and even a Playboy bunny. In 1973, she met Chris Stein who encouraged her to establish a musical band called Blondie. Since then, Debbie Harry became a famous name. Some of the band’s most successful songs are “Call Me”, “The Tide is High”, and “Rapture”.
Despite gaining international success, the band experienced hardships and tensions that led to a falling out. However, Harry continued her career as a solo artist, releasing multiple albums. Sadly, none of them lived up to the success of her former band. After a few years and negotiations, the band decided to get back together. The success that followed allowed her to enjoy huge earnings. Today, she has $20 million in her name, which she uses to support various charities that help people with endometriosis and cancer.Ali Macgraw – 83Ali MacGraw is the beautiful woman who starred in Love Story, one of the greatest romance movies of all time. This American actress was 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐧 and raised in Pound Ridge, New York. In her teenage years, she pursued a career in modeling. She made a name for herself in the fashion world before she decided to become a fully-fledged actress. In 1969, her performance in her debut film, Goodbye, Columbus had earned praise from the public. It was then when she was offered the lead role for Love Story, opposite Ryan O’Neal, for which she was nominated for a Golden Globe and an Academy Award.
Despite several personal issues that contributed to the downfall of several marriages, Ali MacGraw was not shaken. She is also one of the few actresses who chose to embrace their age gracefully and avoid plastic surgery. She was also selected by People Magazine as one of the 50 Most Beautiful People in the world. Today, she spends most of her time being an animal activist living in New Mexico.Loni Anderson – Age 77Loni Anderson is one of America’s hottest bombshells! Born in 1945 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, she was raised by a chemist father and a model mother. She went on to finish her studies at the University of Minnesota. Right after graduation, she pursued a career in the entertainment business. Her first appearance was in an episode of S.W.A.T. She also played a part in Vigilante Force before getting the role that gave the spark to her name. Some film executives noticed her from a poster she was on, in a red bikini and offered her a role in WKRP in Cincinnati, in 1978.
For over five decades, Loni Anderson enjoyed a bright and full career in the business. However, she had to give up some of the limelight when her eldest daughter was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. From time to time, she still accepts television offers given that the roles come with flexible schedules.Sidney Poitier – 94 (Passed)Sidney Poitier was one of the first black men to establish fame and stardom in the era of white men. He was an American-Bahamian actor who broke the color barrier in the entertainment industry. He was first rejected by theatergoers for his inability to sing, however, it didn’t stop him from dedicating himself to improving his acting and continuing to audition for roles. With exceptional s𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁s, he managed to get a role on his second try. His brilliance and his screen presence became a notable culture-changing force at the height of his career.
John Springer Collection/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty ImagesWith his acting s𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁s, he quickly crossed the bridge from the theatre to screen acting. Poitier became an international star, a huge achievement for an American-African actor at that time. One of his most memorable performances can be seen in the film, Lilies of the Field. He received an Academy Award that year and was the first black actor to win an Academy Award. In the latter part of his career, he was given a British knighthood and a Presidential Medal of Freedom for his amazing accomplishments. Sadly, on 6 January 2022, at the age of 94, the legend passed away at his home in Los Angeles. Poitier’s legacy will forever be remembered.Barbara Eden – 91With undeniable s𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁s, talents, and charm, it is not surprising why Barbara Eden gained incredible success in Hollywood. Born on August 23, 1931, she started off her career at a young age. She was given a contract by Century Fox and since that day, Barbara devoted herself to acting. With her versatility, it became easy for her to wow audiences as well as directors and producers. However, when it comes to performances, it can’t be denied that she is best known for her role as the beautiful genie in the television show, I Dream of Jeannie.
Ron Wolfson/WireImage / FilmPublicityArchive/United Archives via Getty ImagesDedicating almost all of her life to her profession, Barbara Eden decided to write a memoir wherein she shared with her fans her journey to fame. The story of her rise to stardom made it to the top 15 on the bestseller lists. Over the course of her magnificent career, she managed to secure $10 million in her bank account.