David Birney – 81
When actor David Birney started appearing on-screen in the sixties, he immediately made women’s hearts skip a beat. His debut on the soap opera Love Is a Many Splendid Thing in 1967 was well-received, and from then on, his career in television, film, and theater went forward in leaps and bounds!
Unfortunately, David’s health took a turn for the worst when he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2017. According to his friends, the now-retired actor can still converse with them and his longtime companion, Michelle Roberge. It’s sad to think that such a talented performer has to go through this, but we’re glad he is still around!
Beverly Cleary – 104
Beverly Cleary is the odd one out in this list of celebrities, as her main craft is writing. In the 50’s she wrote children’s fiction which sold over 91 million across multiple countries. Cleary studied at the University of Washington and she also worked as a librarian there. At 105 years old, she has earned over $20 million and has received multiple awards for her work, including a Newbery Medal. There happens to be a public school in Portland that is named after her – The Beverly Cleary School. There are also a number of statues of her most famous book characters erected at the Grant Park in Portland.
Petula Clark – 87
An incredible women whose career has existed since the World War II, Petula Clark is a living proof that pure talent and hard work can indeed get you far. Aside from singing in English, she can also sing in French, which contributed to her fame in France. She is best known for her hit songs such as Downtown, I Know A Place, My Love, I Couldn’t Live Without Yur Love, Colour My World, and many others that helped contribute to her success in music. After more than seven decades in the industry, it is safe to say that Petula Clark is nothing short of legendary.