30+ Golden Age Celebrities Engaged In The Delights Of Retirement

Published on 06/01/2023
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Shelley Long | Cheers | Age 72

Shelley Long rose to fame quickly after being cast as Diane Chambers on the hit television show Cheers. The actress garnered five Emmy nods and a win for her portrayal of this character. With all the excitement surrounding her, Long must have been someone back in the day. Her career flourished in the 1980s when she appeared in a number of critically acclaimed films. Recent roles include a guest spot on the ABC comedy Modern Family, where she once again stole the show.

Shelley Long

Shelley Long

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Eileen Derbyshire | Coronation Street | Age 90

Due to her role on the ITV soap opera Coronation Street, Eileen Derbyshire gained widespread recognition. After five decades on the show, she became the longest-serving female cast member in British soap opera history thanks to this part. Derbyshire devoted a significant portion of her career to the show. In recognition of her extensive acting career, Eileen was appointed to the Order of the British Empire in the 2010 Commonwealth Birthday Honours. Indeed, Eileen has enjoyed great success in her career and personal life, and we’re delighted for the English actress.

Eileen Derbyshire

Eileen Derbyshire

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