Famous Names aged 90 Page 3

Novelist

Age :90 (deceased)

Upton Sinclair was a prolific American novelist and polemicist known for his advocacy of socialism, health, temperance, free speech, and worker rights.

Activist

Age :90 (deceased)

Desmond Tutu was a renowned South African activist and Anglican bishop who received the Nobel Prize for Peace in 1984 for his opposition to apartheid.

Movie Actor

Age :90 (deceased)

Max von Sydow, a legendary Swedish actor, captivated audiences for over seven decades, excelling in both art-house and mainstream cinema.

Non-Fiction Writer

Age :90 (deceased)

Rebecca West was a British journalist, novelist, and critic, known for her reports on the Nürnberg trials of Nazi war criminals.

Novelist

Age :90 (deceased)

Daisy Ashford, an English child prodigy, rose to fame at age nine with her bestselling novella "The Young Visiters", known for its unique style and grammatical quirks.

Mountain Climber

Age :90

Chris Bonington, a legendary British mountaineer, has left an indelible mark on the world of mountaineering through his daring expeditions and captivating narratives, inspiring generations of adventurers.

Senator

Age :90 (deceased)

Adlai E. III Stevenson was a well-liked and respected politician renowned for his political moderation and instinctive desire for compromise. He served as the 23rd vice president of the United States and played a key role in the establishment of the United Nations.

Playwright

Age :90 (deceased)

Dario Fo, an Italian playwright and activist, is renowned for his satirical plays that critique social and political issues.

Novelist

Age :90

David David Lodge is an English novelist, literary critic, playwright, and editor known for his satiric novels about academic life.

Stage Actor

Age :90 (deceased)

Donald Sinden, an English acting legend, enthralled audiences for over seven decades with his captivating performances across stage, screen, and television.

Movie Actor

Age :90 (deceased)

Douglas Fairbanks Jr. was a renowned actor, producer, and director, famous for his captivating performances in swashbuckling adventure films during Hollywood's silent film era.

Stage Actor

Age :90 (deceased)

Felix Aylmer, an English actor, starred in over 100 films and TV shows, notably "The Importance of Being Earnest" and "The African Queen".

Opera Singer

Age :90

Gillian Knight, renowned British actress, gained fame for her iconic role as Mrs. Slocombe in the long-running sitcom "Are You Being Served?".

Violinist

Age :90 (deceased)

Xavier Cugat, the "King of Rhumba," was a Spanish-American musician who popularized Latin music in the US, introducing Latin rhythms and melodies to mainstream audiences.

Autobiographer

Age :90 (deceased)

Quentin Crisp was an English writer, artist's model, actor, and raconteur known for his memorable and insightful witticisms.

Ballerina

Age :90 (deceased)

Tamara Geva was a Russian-born dancer and actress, known for her love for ballet and her contributions to the arts.

Movie Actress | Soundtrack

Age :90 (deceased)

Joan Weldon, a renowned American actress, captivated audiences during Hollywood's Golden Age with her remarkable performances across film and television.

World Music Singer

Age :90

Fairuz is a Lebanese singer who is considered one of the leading vocalists and most famous singers in the history of the Arab world.

Director | Movie Actress | Soundtrack

Age :90

Ghita Nørby is a Danish actress known for her extensive film career.

Ice Skater

Age :90 (deceased)

Hjalmar Andersen was a Norwegian speed skater who won three gold medals at the 1952 Winter Olympics, making him the most successful athlete at the event.

Fiction Writer | Movie Actor | Soundtrack

Age :90

Björn Gustafson is a Swedish actor known for his diverse filmography and roles in films like Emil i Lönneberga and To Be a Millionaire.

Movie Actress | Soundtrack

Age :90 (deceased)

Gertrude Astor was an American motion picture character actress, known for being the first actress to sign a contract with Universal in 1915.

TV Show Host

Age :90

Chabelo was a television personality best known for hosting the long-running children's show En Familia con Chabelo.

Movie Actor

Age :90 (deceased)

Garry Walberg was an American character actor known for his work on television.

Movie Actress | Soundtrack

Age :90 (deceased)

Pola Negri was a Polish theatre and film actress known for her temperamental nature and sensitivity to impressions.