Famous Names aged 70 Page 3

Rock Singer

Age :70 (deceased)

Eddie Money was an American singer and songwriter known for his chart-topping hits in the 1970s and 1980s.

Painter

Age :70 (deceased)

Diego Rivera was a prominent Mexican painter known for his large frescoes that helped establish the mural movement in Mexican and international art.

Reality Celebrity

Age :70

Gregg Leakes, husband of 'Real Housewives' star NeNe Leakes, has passed away after a battle with cancer. He was known for his role on the reality TV show and was remembered as a beloved husband and family man.

Metal Singer

Age :70

Dee Snider is best known as the lead singer and songwriter of the heavy metal band Twisted Sister.

Children's Book Writer

Age :70

Francesca Simon is an author of the famous children's book series "Horrid Henry" with over 23 million copies sold globally.

Novelist

Age :70

Anthony Horowitz is a prolific British author and screenwriter known for his popular young adult fiction. He is best known as the only novelist authorized to write Sherlock Holmes stories by Conan Doyle's estate.

World Leader

Age :70

Mariano Rajoy is a Spanish politician who served as the Prime Minister of Spain from 2011 to 2018.

Political Figure

Age :70

Condoleezza Rice, the first African-American female U.S. Secretary of State, played a pivotal role in shaping foreign policy during the War on Terror.

Activist

Age :70

Al Sharpton is an American civil rights activist and Baptist minister, best known for his protests against police brutality and racial injustice.

Producer

Age :70 (deceased)

Gene Roddenberry was an American screenwriter and producer, best known for creating the Star Trek franchise.

Political Relative

Age :70

Cherie Blair is a British barrister and the wife of former Prime Minister Tony Blair. She served as the Chancellor of Liverpool John Moores University and is involved in educational institutions.

Movie Actor

Age :70

Denzel Washington is an award-winning actor, director, and producer, renowned for his powerful performances and contributions to the film industry.

Movie Actor

Age :70

Brendan Gleeson, an acclaimed Irish actor, renowned for his versatility in diverse roles, from comedic to dramatic, captivating audiences in films like "In Bruges" and the "Harry Potter" series.

TV Actress

Age :70

Actress Lorraine Bracco gained acclaim for her portrayal of Karen Hill in "Goodfellas," earning an Oscar nomination.

Director

Age :70

Joel Coen is a director known for his film 'The Tragedy of Macbeth', a dramatic adaptation of William Shakespeare's play.

Movie Actress

Age :70

Lena Olin, a Swedish actress, rose to fame for her captivating performances in "The Unbearable Lightness of Being" and "Enemies, A Love Story", earning an Oscar nomination.

Movie Actor

Age :70 (deceased)

Roddy McDowall, renowned actor, gained fame for his iconic roles as Cornelius and Caesar in the 'Planet of the Apes' series, leaving a lasting impact on the film industry.

TV Actress

Age :70 (deceased)

Annette Funicello, known as the original Mouseketeer, starred in Disney productions and beach party films, captivating audiences with her charm and talent during the 1950s and 1960s.

Movie Actor

Age :70 (deceased)

Actor and author Sterling Hayden starred in notable films like "The Asphalt Jungle" and "Dr. Strangelove". He penned two autobiographies, "Wanderer" and "Voyage".

Movie Actress

Age :70 (deceased)

Gene Tierney, known as "The Dream Girl", starred in successful films like "Laura" and "Leave Her to Heaven" during the 1940s and 1950s.

Director

Age :70

Jane Campion is a New Zealand director and screenwriter known for her acclaimed films The Piano and The Power of the Dog.

Novelist

Age :70

John Grisham is a prominent American novelist, lawyer, and former politician known for his best-selling legal thrillers.

Director

Age :70 (deceased)

Alan J. Pakula was a highly regarded film director known for his work on 'All the President's Men' and 'Sophie's Choice'.

Movie Actor

Age :70 (deceased)

Yves Montand, an iconic entertainer, charmed audiences with his magnetic performances as a singer, actor, and activist, making him a legend of stage and screen.

Novelist

Age :70 (deceased)

Raymond Chandler, master of hard-boiled detective fiction, created the iconic Philip Marlowe, a disillusioned P.I. navigating the dark side of Los Angeles.