The Golden Age Celebrities Who Are Still Kicking Life
Scherrie Payne – 76, $100K
Scherrie has worked hard to gain the love and admiration of her fans. The singer-songwriter first reached limelight as a member of the The Glasshouse, an R&B/Soul band. Payne then joined The Supremes as a singer once the former band dissolved.
The little lady with a big voice! Payne showed us that palpable talent and allure could come in different sizes. Being the younger sister to the sonorous songstress Freda Payne, Scherrie definitely had big shoes to fill and she has more than earned her place as a renowned legend. The old-timer is yet to fully retire and is still waxing strong.
Lorenzo Lamas: 63, $4 Million
Lorenzo Lamas is famously known for his role as Lance Cumson in the popular television series Falcon Crest. He always had a thing for theatrics, and has also studied acting from the famous Tony Bar’s Film Actors School.
Lamas landed his first role back in 1976. Since then, he has worked in a number of prominent movies and shows, including Renegade, Grease, Snake Eater, and Big Time Rush to name a few. He may have turned 63 already, but he still has a bunch of shows lined up for release!
David Birney – 81, $5 Million
Back in the day, the name David Birney was on everyone’s mouths. And why wouldn’t it be? His extraordinary skill left everyone speechless each time he was on stage or on-screen. Thanks to Birney’s fruitful career, the icon has accumulated a wealth of $5 million, and he is well-deserving of it!
His everyone adored role in Bridget Loves Bernie, and that is not all; David has also recorded audiobook bestsellers like the works of Annie Dillard, Thomas Kenneally. Now we know why and how Bernie ranks as an industry legend even today!
Kelsey Grammer – 65, $80 Million
Since his career started in 1979 actor Kelsey Grammer has been a true powerhouse in the entertainment world. He’s encapsulated role after role and this Juilliard graduate is still going strong even though he’s in his mid-sixties!
It’s safe to say that Kelsey is most famous for his portrayal of the character of Dr. Frasier Crane in the sitcoms Cheers and Frasier, a part he played for nearly two decades! However, that is not where his talent ends and Kelsey has been the star of several other productions which include both film and theater, and we’re sure that the end of his career is still many moons away.
Iggy Pop – 73, $20 Million
When iconic singer and performer Iggy Pop first started playing music in high school he had no idea what massive amounts of fame and fortune lay ahead. From playing in the legendary punk band The Stooges to later embarking on a very successful solo career Iggy became the embodiment of living the rock and roll lifestyle to the fullest.
He’s blessed us with several hit songs and albums such as The Passenger and has even branched out into acting over the years! Although Iggy is now in his seventies it’s safe to say that this rockstar is still going to be with us for a very long time!
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