Working as an actor in Hollywood is truly a very rewarding job because aside from becoming quite popular, you also get to enjoy huge paychecks that allow you to live a lavish lifestyle. We have been introduced to many TV shows over the years and a lot of stars have come and gone out of the industry already. Some people’s fame continued until they got older while others’ stars just completely faded away. Have you ever wondered what has become of your favorite TV stars from the 1960s and 1970s? Well, today is your lucky day because we’ve got everything you need to know about your favorite actors and actresses from back then.
Marlo Thomas (That Girl), 1966–1971
Actress Marlo Thomas rose to fame after she started appearing on That Girl back in 1966. Her performance in the show was so superb that she even bagged a Best Actress award during the 1967 Golden Globe Awards. Thomas is also known for being the brains behind the children’s entertainment project called Free to Be… You and Me, in 1972. Thomas is already in her 80s but it seems that she has no plans of fully entering retirement just yet. Thomas received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2014. In 2018, Thomas appeared on Ocean’s 8.
John Astin (The Addams Family), 1964 – 1966
The Addams Family was a very popular TV show back in the 1960s. The role of Gomez Addams in the show was portrayed by actor John Astin. When the series had ended in 1966, Astin continued to play Gomez Addams in the show’s TV film and animated series. Other popular roles Astin had were on Teen Wolf Too, Freaky Friday, and West Side Story. Despite being in the industry for so long now, Astin still makes money today. Astin will be appearing in an upcoming movie titled Starship II: Rendezvous with Ramses.
Lucie Arnaz (Here’s Lucy), 1968 – 1974
Most of you might remember Lucie Arnaz for starring in Here’s Lucy back in 1968 until 1974. It was inevitable for Arnaz to become an actress because her parents, Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball, were actors as well. Arnaz did not only appear on TV but she also had a fruitful career on-stage and on the big screen. Her performance on The Jazz Singer even earned her a Golden Globe nomination. Arnaz is not that busy these days but she still works from time to time. Arnaz will be appearing in a documentary titled Broadway: The Next Generation.
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