Famous Names aged 70 Page 2

Pop Singer

Age :70

Jermaine Jackson is an American singer, songwriter, and bass guitarist. He was a member of the Jackson 5 alongside his brother Michael Jackson.

World Leader

Age :70 (deceased)

Kim Jong-il was a North Korean politician who served as the second supreme leader of North Korea from 1994 to 2011. He was known for his self-proclaimed expertise in the internet and his role in North Korea's tightly controlled media.

Political Figure

Age :70 (deceased)

Jong-il Kim, North Korea's second leader, was known for his eccentric personality, love for movies, and composing operas.

R&B Singer

Age :70 (deceased)

Charlie Wilson is an American R&B singer, songwriter, and producer, best known as a founding member and lead singer of the legendary funk group Gap Band.

Political Figure

Age :70

Malcolm Turnbull, born on October 24, 1954 in Sydney, Australia, is an Australian politician and former prime minister known for his leadership of the Liberal Party of Australia and his significant growth in popularity.

R&B Singer

Age :70 (deceased)

Nina Simone, the "High Priestess of Soul", blended classical, jazz, blues, folk, R&B, and gospel in her music, becoming a civil rights icon.

TV Show Host

Age :70

Al Roker is an American weather presenter, journalist, television personality, and author.

Political Relative

Age :70 (deceased)

Martha Washington was the wife of George Washington and the first first lady of the United States.

Rock Singer

Age :70 (deceased)

Lemmy Kilmister, the legendary frontman of Motörhead, was known for his lewd lyrics and wild rock 'n' roll lifestyle.

Religious Leader

Age :70 (deceased)

Guru Nanak, founder of Sikhism, promoted equality and truthful living.

TV Show Host

Age :70

Vic Sotto is a Filipino actor, singer, and comedian who is regarded as a veteran actor and host in the entertainment industry.

Entrepreneur

Age :70

Kevin O'Leary is a Canadian author, businessman, and TV personality known for co-founding SoftKey and O'Leary Funds, as well as appearing on Shark Tank and Dragons' Den.

New Wave Singer

Age :70

Elvis Costello, an influential singer-songwriter, emerged in the British new wave scene, captivating audiences with his unique blend of rock, pop, punk, and country music.

Supreme Court Justice

Age :70

Sonia Sotomayor is the first Latina and third woman appointed to the Supreme Court of the United States.

Composer

Age :70

Yanni is a renowned composer and musician known for his fusion of new age, world, and classical music, captivating audiences globally with over 20 million albums sold.

Political Figure

Age :70 (deceased)

Sam Houston was a lawyer, politician, and leader in the Texas Revolution who served as the first and third president of the Republic of Texas.

Business Figure

Age :70

Lisa Frank is the founder of Lisa Frank Incorporated, known for producing whimsical designs for school supplies and other products.

Radio Personality

Age :70 (deceased)

Rush Limbaugh was an American radio personality known for his ultraconservative and controversial views.

Teacher

Age :70 (deceased)

Anne Sullivan, widely recognized for her achievement in educating Helen Keller, was a teacher who taught her how to communicate and read Braille.

Journalist

Age :70

Charlie Sykes is a journalist who started his career in 1975 and has worked for The Milwaukee Journal. He is also the founder and editor-at-large of The Bulwark.

Sculptor

Age :70 (deceased)

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Children's Book Writer

Age :70 (deceased)

Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish author best known for writing children's stories including 'The Little Mermaid' and 'The Ugly Duckling.'.

Radio Personality | TV Show Host

Age :70

Gayle King is a renowned television personality, author, and broadcast journalist known for her exceptional interviewing skills and commitment to truth and kindness.

Young Adult Writer

Age :70

Michael Grant is a renowned young adult fiction author, famous for his Gone series, which has captivated readers globally with over 3 million copies sold.

Auto Racing Driver

Age :70 (deceased)

Niki Lauda was an Austrian race-car driver who won three Formula One (F1) Grand Prix world championships and made a remarkable comeback after a horrific crash in 1976.