Celebs From The Golden Age Of Hollywood – Where Are They Now?

The Golden Age was one of the great periods in Hollywood history. Some of the world’s most famous stars made their name in a time of glamor and prestige. Here are some of the men and women who are still alive and continue to make history.

Morgan Freeman Then

Freeman was born in 1937 in Memphis, Tennessee. After four years in the military he moved to Los Angeles to pursue dreams of stardom. He made his first film appearance in the movie Who Says I Can’t Ride a Rainbow? in 1971. By the mid 80’s he began his career as a leading man, making one of his most notable appearances in 1994’s The Shawshank Redemption. 

Morgan Freeman Now

The actor, producer and narrator has since become one of the most recognizable faces and voices in the entertainment industry. He has been nominated for five Academy Awards with one win for his role in Million Dollar Baby. The actor has a staggering net worth of $150 million.

Christopher Plummer Then

There are few who won’t remember Christopher Plummer as the iconic Captain Von Trapp in the movie The Sound Of Music. Plummer acted in other equally great movies like The Man Who Would Be King, The Insider, and Waterloo. With his good looks and easy charm, he was quickly considered a great leading man.

Christopher Plummer Now

Plummer is one the great actors who has managed to keep producing great work well into his later years. He won an Oscar at the age of 82 for his role in Beginners alongside Ewan McGregor, making him the oldest Academy Award winner in history. The ladies man has been married three times. He and his third wife, English actress Elaine Taylor are still happily married after 47 years together.