The Oldest Living (and Still Active) Hollywood Actresses in 2025

Hollywood is often obsessed with youth, but true talent has no expiration date. The industry’s most enduring figures have spent decades captivating audiences, transitioning from the Golden Age of cinema to the modern era of streaming with grace and resilience. These legendary women continue to work in film, television, and voice acting, proving that creativity does not diminish with time. Here are the 45 oldest living and active Hollywood actresses in 2025, ranked by age.

Bette Midler

Known affectionately as “The Divine Miss M,” this multi-talented performer has conquered film, television, and the concert stage. Bette Midler gained massive acclaim for her roles in ‘The Rose’ and ‘Beaches’, showcasing her powerful vocals and dramatic range. She delighted a new generation of fans by returning as Winifred Sanderson in ‘Hocus Pocus 2’, proving her comedic timing remains impeccable. Midler continues to be a vibrant force in the entertainment world, lending her voice to animated projects and appearing in recent comedies.

Goldie Hawn

With her infectious smile and comedic brilliance, Goldie Hawn became a superstar in the late 1960s with ‘Cactus Flower’ and ‘Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In’. She solidified her status as a box office draw through hits like ‘Private Benjamin’ and ‘The First Wives Club’. Hawn remains a beloved figure in Hollywood, recently charming audiences in ‘The Christmas Chronicles’ film series alongside her partner Kurt Russell. Her enduring charisma ensures she remains a sought-after talent for family-friendly comedies.

Helen Mirren

Dame Helen Mirren is one of the few performers to have achieved the Triple Crown of Acting, with wins at the Academy Awards, Emmy Awards, and Tony Awards. Famous for her regal portrayal of Elizabeth II in ‘The Queen’, she has seamlessly transitioned into action roles in the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise and ‘RED’. Mirren continues to headline major productions, including her recent acclaimed work in the television western drama ‘1923’. Her versatility allows her to tackle everything from gritty crime dramas to blockbuster superhero films.

Linda Hunt

Standing out with her distinctive voice and commanding presence, Linda Hunt made history as the first person to win an Oscar for playing a character of the opposite sex in ‘The Year of Living Dangerously’. For over a decade, she became a fixture in American living rooms as the wise and enigmatic Hetty Lange on ‘NCIS: Los Angeles’. Hunt continues to be a respected figure in the industry, offering voice narration for various projects and video games. Her unique ability to convey authority and warmth keeps her in demand.

Mia Farrow

Mia Farrow rose to international fame with her haunting performance in the horror classic ‘Rosemary’s Baby’ and her extensive work in Woody Allen films like ‘The Purple Rose of Cairo’. After stepping back from the spotlight to focus on humanitarian work, she has made a resurgence in recent years with roles in the series ‘The Watcher’. Farrow brings a fragile intensity to her characters that remains as compelling today as it was in the 1960s. She continues to select projects that offer complex, psychological depth.

Jacqueline Bisset

This British actress became a global sex symbol in the late 1960s and 1970s with roles in films like ‘Bullitt’ and ‘The Deep’. Jacqueline Bisset has sustained a steady career in both Europe and Hollywood, earning critical praise for her work in the miniseries ‘Dancing on the Edge’. She remains active in independent cinema, often playing sophisticated and layered matriarchal figures. Bisset’s elegance and command of the screen have allowed her to transition gracefully into character roles.

Geraldine Chaplin

The daughter of comedy legend Charlie Chaplin, Geraldine Chaplin established her own formidable legacy with films like ‘Doctor Zhivago’ and ‘Nashville’. She is a favorite collaborator of Spanish directors and has appeared in acclaimed horror films such as ‘The Orphanage’. Chaplin continues to work internationally, recently appearing in ‘The Crown’ and various European productions. Her expressive face and diverse acting portfolio keep her relevant in global cinema.

Stockard Channing

Best known for her tough-talking role as Rizzo in the musical phenomenon ‘Grease’, Stockard Channing has enjoyed a prolific career on stage and screen. She earned immense critical acclaim for her role as First Lady Abbey Bartlet in the television drama ‘The West Wing’. Channing remains a powerhouse in the theatre world and takes on select television roles that showcase her sharp wit and intelligence. Her ability to balance dramatic weight with dry comedy makes her a standout in any ensemble.

Sharon Gless

Sharon Gless became a television icon as Christine Cagney in the police procedural ‘Cagney & Lacey’, earning multiple Emmy Awards for her performance. She later reinvented herself for a new generation as the fierce mother in ‘Queer as Folk’ and the chain-smoking spy in ‘Burn Notice’. Gless continues to work in television, bringing her trademark toughness and vulnerability to guest arcs and recurring roles. Her career is a testament to the enduring appeal of strong, complex female characters on the small screen.

Leslie Uggams

Leslie Uggams began her career as a child talent and broke barriers with her Tony-winning success in ‘Hallelujah, Baby!’ and her role in the seminal miniseries ‘Roots’. In recent years, she found surprising viral fame as Blind Al in the ‘Deadpool’ superhero franchise, showcasing her sharp comedic chemistry with Ryan Reynolds. Uggams recently appeared in the hit series ‘Fallout’, introducing her to yet another demographic of fans. She remains a dynamic performer who effortlessly bridges the gap between classic musical theatre and modern pop culture.

Blythe Danner

A Tony Award-winning actress known for her distinctive husky voice and gentle demeanor, Blythe Danner has had a distinguished career in film, television, and theatre. She gained mainstream popularity playing the matriarch in the ‘Meet the Parents’ comedy franchise. Danner continues to be active, frequently appearing in guest roles on prestigious television dramas and lending her voice to animated projects. Her work is characterized by a quiet strength and emotional intelligence.

Holland Taylor

Holland Taylor is a versatile character actress who has stolen scenes in everything from ‘The Practice’ to ‘Legally Blonde’. She reached a massive audience as the acid-tongued mother in the sitcom ‘Two and a Half Men’, a role that earned her multiple Emmy nominations. Recently, she has drawn acclaim for her work in the drama series ‘The Morning Show’, proving she can handle serious narratives as deftly as comedy. Taylor remains one of the busiest and most reliable actresses in the industry.

Linda Evans

Linda Evans embodies 1980s glamour, having starred as Krystle Carrington in the primetime soap opera sensation ‘Dynasty’. Before that, she was well-known for her role in the western series ‘The Big Valley’. After a period of semi-retirement, Evans returned to the screen in the film ‘Swan Song’, demonstrating that she still possesses the star power that made her a household name. She continues to make occasional appearances, often celebrating the legacy of her most famous television work.

Joy Behar

While best known today as the outspoken co-host of the talk show ‘The View’, Joy Behar has a background in film and stand-up comedy. She has appeared in films like ‘Hall Pass’ and ‘Madea Goes to Jail’, often playing characters that lean into her brash, New York persona. Behar continues to be a daily fixture on television, where her quick wit and comedic timing are on full display. Her career highlights her ability to blend political commentary with entertainment.

Barbra Streisand

Barbra Streisand is a cultural icon who has achieved unparalleled success as a singer, actress, and director. She won an Oscar for her very first film, ‘Funny Girl’, and went on to star in classics like ‘The Way We Were’ and ‘A Star Is Born’. While she selects her acting projects very carefully today, she remains a major figure in the industry through her directing and recording work. Streisand’s perfectionism and artistic control have defined her legendary status across multiple mediums.

Ann-Margret

Bursting onto the scene as a triple-threat singer, dancer, and actress, Ann-Margret became a symbol of 1960s energy in films like ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ and ‘Viva Las Vegas’. She successfully transitioned into dramatic roles, earning Oscar nominations for ‘Carnal Knowledge’ and ‘Tommy’. She remains active in the industry, recently charming audiences in the romantic comedy ‘Queen Bees’. Ann-Margret continues to record music and take on acting roles that showcase her enduring glamour and spirit.

Faye Dunaway

Faye Dunaway defined the New Hollywood era with her Oscar-winning performances in gritty masterpieces like ‘Network’ and ‘Bonnie and Clyde’. Her portrayal of complex, often neurotic women in films like ‘Chinatown’ set a new standard for screen acting. Dunaway continues to work in independent films and documentaries, often reflecting on her storied career. Her presence in a cast still commands attention due to her reputation as one of cinema’s great dramatic talents.

Lily Tomlin

From her breakout characters on ‘Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In’ to her Oscar-nominated role in ‘Nashville’, Lily Tomlin has been a comedic force for over five decades. She experienced a massive career resurgence starring alongside Jane Fonda in the long-running hit series ‘Grace and Frankie’. Tomlin continues to tour with her one-woman shows and take on voice roles in animated features. Her unique brand of observational humor and eccentric character work remains timeless.

Ali MacGraw

Ali MacGraw became an instant icon with her role in the romantic tragedy ‘Love Story’, which became one of the highest-grossing films of all time. She also starred in the action classic ‘The Getaway’ and the massively popular miniseries ‘The Winds of War’. While she stepped back from Hollywood to focus on yoga and activism, she has returned for occasional stage work and interviews. MacGraw remains a symbol of 1970s style and natural beauty.

Claudia Cardinale

A legend of international cinema, Claudia Cardinale starred in some of the most acclaimed European films of the 20th century, including ‘8½’ and ‘The Leopard’. She gained fame in Hollywood with the western epic ‘Once Upon a Time in the West’ and ‘The Pink Panther’. Cardinale remains active in European film productions, continuing to act in French and Italian dramas. She is celebrated as one of the last surviving stars of the golden age of Italian cinema.

Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda is a Hollywood royalty who has successfully reinvented herself across multiple decades, winning Oscars for ‘Klute’ and ‘Coming Home’. Beyond her acting, she revolutionized the fitness industry and became a prominent political activist. She recently enjoyed a massive television success with ‘Grace and Frankie’ and starred in the film comedies ‘Book Club’ and ’80 for Brady’. Fonda remains incredibly busy, balancing a full acting schedule with her tireless climate change activism.

Marlo Thomas

Marlo Thomas broke ground for independent women on television with her starring role in the sitcom ‘That Girl’. She has since built a successful career as a producer and stage actress, while also serving as the face of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Thomas appears in recent film comedies and television spots, often playing sharp, sophisticated matriarchs. Her legacy is defined by her early feminist role and her decades of philanthropic leadership.

Loretta Swit

Best remembered as Major Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan on the iconic series ‘MASH’, Loretta Swit won two Emmy Awards for the role. She has maintained a career in theatre and voice-over work since the show ended. Swit remains active in animal rights activism and makes appearances at conventions and special events celebrating her television legacy. She continues to be an ambassador for the enduring popularity of ‘MASH’.

Vanessa Redgrave

Vanessa Redgrave is part of a legendary acting dynasty and is widely considered one of the greatest living actresses. She won an Academy Award for ‘Julia’ and has delivered powerful performances in films like ‘Howards End’ and ‘The Atonement’. Redgrave continues to work in film and theatre, bringing gravitas to every project she joins. Her recent work often includes prestigious British dramas and independent films that tackle social issues.

Diane Ladd

Diane Ladd is a three-time Oscar nominee known for her collaborations with director David Lynch and her daughter, Laura Dern. She delivered memorable performances in ‘Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore’ and ‘Wild at Heart’. Ladd remains active in television, with a long-running role on the series ‘Chesapeake Shores’. She continues to write books and act, often playing characters with grit and Southern charm.

Julie Andrews

Dame Julie Andrews is the beloved star of family classics ‘Mary Poppins’ and ‘The Sound of Music’, possessing a voice and presence that defined a generation. After throat surgery limited her singing career, she reinvented herself as a successful children’s book author and voice actress. She currently serves as the narrator, Lady Whistledown, for the global smash hit series ‘Bridgerton’. Andrews remains a symbol of elegance and kindness in the entertainment industry.

Judi Dench

Dame Judi Dench is a titan of British stage and screen, winning an Oscar for her brief but commanding role in ‘Shakespeare in Love’. She gained global fame as M in the James Bond franchise, a role she played for nearly two decades. Despite battling vision loss, Dench continues to act in films, recently earning acclaim for ‘Belfast’. Her ability to convey deep emotion with subtle expressions makes her one of the most respected actors in the world.

Sophia Loren

Sophia Loren is an Italian film goddess who conquered Hollywood and became the first actor to win an Oscar for a foreign-language performance in ‘Two Women’. Her beauty and talent made her an international superstar in films like ‘Marriage Italian Style’ and ‘Arabesque’. She made a triumphant return to the screen in the 2020 film ‘The Life Ahead’, directed by her son. Loren remains active, making select public appearances and choosing projects that resonate with her personal history.

Eileen Atkins

Dame Eileen Atkins is a co-creator of the classic series ‘Upstairs, Downstairs’ and a celebrated stage actress. She is known to modern audiences for her roles in ‘The Crown’, ‘Doc Martin’, and ‘Cranford’. Atkins continues to work steadily in British television and film, often playing sharp-witted or aristocratic characters. Her career spans over sixty years, marked by consistent critical acclaim and industry respect.

Shirley MacLaine

Shirley MacLaine is a cinema legend with a career spanning from the golden age to the present, winning an Oscar for ‘Terms of Endearment’. She has starred in classics like ‘The Apartment’ and ‘Steel Magnolias’, known for her eccentric and spirited persona. MacLaine recently joined the cast of the hit series ‘Only Murders in the Building’, proving she can still steal scenes. She continues to act and write best-selling books about her spiritual beliefs.

Julie Newmar

Julie Newmar is forever enshrined in pop culture history as the original Catwoman in the 1960s ‘Batman’ television series. She also had memorable roles in the musical ‘Seven Brides for Seven Brothers’ and the cult classic ‘To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar’. She remains active in voice work, often reprising her Catwoman role for animated Batman projects. Newmar continues to manage her own business ventures and engage with fans at events.

Joan Collins

Dame Joan Collins is the definition of a soap opera diva, having played the villainous Alexis Carrington in ‘Dynasty’. Her career began in the 1950s glamorous studio system and has continued with roles in ‘American Horror Story’ and ‘The Royals’. Collins remains incredibly active as an author, columnist, and touring performer. She continues to embody high-camp glamour and shows no signs of slowing down her public life.

Carol Burnett

Carol Burnett is a comedy pioneer who broke barriers for women in television with her long-running variety program, ‘The Carol Burnett Show’. She has won countless awards for her work, including the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. Burnett remains a working actress, recently starring in the series ‘Palm Royale’ and appearing in ‘Better Call Saul’. Her ability to connect with audiences through laughter has made her a national treasure.

Renée Taylor

Renée Taylor is best known to modern audiences as the voracious mother Sylvia Fine in the sitcom ‘The Nanny’. She was also a frequent collaborator with her late husband Joseph Bologna and an Academy Award-nominated writer. Taylor continues to tour with her one-woman show ‘My Life on a Diet’ and appears in various television comedies. Her distinctive voice and comedic timing have kept her in demand well into her nineties.

Ellen Burstyn

Ellen Burstyn is one of the few actresses to win the Triple Crown of Acting, with a career defined by intense, complex roles. She won an Oscar for ‘Alice Doesn’t Live Here Anymore’ and starred in the horror classic ‘The Exorcist’. Burstyn recently reprised her iconic role in ‘The Exorcist: Believer’, demonstrating her continued commitment to her craft. She remains a sought-after talent for dramas that require significant emotional depth.

Rita Moreno

Rita Moreno is one of the select few entertainers to have won an EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony). She won an Oscar for her role as Anita in the 1961 ‘West Side Story’ and returned for the 2021 Steven Spielberg adaptation. Moreno stars in the recent film ’80 for Brady’ and continues to work in television and film. Her boundless energy and talent have kept her at the forefront of the industry for over seven decades.

Barbara Eden

Barbara Eden is a television icon, immortalized as the wish-granting genie in the 1960s sitcom ‘I Dream of Jeannie’. She also starred in the film ‘Flaming Star’ opposite Elvis Presley and the series ‘Harper Valley PTA’. Eden continues to make voice appearances and attend conventions where she remains a fan favorite. She recently published children’s books and maintains a visible presence in Hollywood.

Leslie Caron

Leslie Caron is a legend of the Golden Age of Hollywood musicals, starring opposite Gene Kelly in ‘An American in Paris’. She earned Oscar nominations for her performances in ‘Lili’ and ‘The L-Shaped Room’. Caron appeared in the recent series ‘The Durrells in Corfu’, bringing her French elegance to a new generation. She continues to be honored at film festivals and remains active in the arts community.

Marla Gibbs

Marla Gibbs is a television comedy legend, best known for her role as the sassy maid Florence Johnston on ‘The Jeffersons’. She later starred in her own hit sitcom, ‘227’, and has made guest appearances on shows like ‘Scandal’ and ‘Grey’s Anatomy’. Gibbs remains incredibly active, appearing in recent episodes of ‘Will Trent’ and attending industry awards. Her comedic timing and longevity make her a revered figure in television history.

Mamie Van Doren

Mamie Van Doren was one of the famous “Three M’s” of the 1950s (alongside Marilyn Monroe and Jayne Mansfield), known for her rock-and-roll movies like ‘Untamed Youth’. She has maintained a cult following for her glamour and candid memoirs. Van Doren remains active on social media and makes occasional public appearances, preserving the legacy of the blonde bombshell era. She is the last surviving member of that specific trio of Hollywood icons.

Tippi Hedren

Tippi Hedren was discovered by Alfred Hitchcock and starred in his classic thrillers ‘The Birds’ and ‘Marnie’. She later became a dedicated animal rights activist, founding the Roar Foundation and the Shambala Preserve. Hedren continues to lend her voice to various causes and documentaries, while occasionally appearing in film projects. Her contributions to cinema and conservation have cemented her unique legacy.

June Squibb

June Squibb is the rare example of an actress who found her greatest fame later in life, earning an Oscar nomination for ‘Nebraska’ in her 80s. She recently took on her first leading role in the action-comedy ‘Thelma’, performing many of her own stunts. Squibb remains incredibly busy, with voice roles in ‘Inside Out 2’ and upcoming projects with Scarlett Johansson. She has become Hollywood’s go-to actress for feisty, multidimensional senior characters.

Terry Moore

Terry Moore began her career as a child actress and earned an Oscar nomination for ‘Come Back, Little Sheba’ in 1952. She famously starred in ‘Mighty Joe Young’ and has been a fixture in Hollywood for over eighty years. Moore continues to act, with recent credits including ‘Silent Life: The Story of the Lady in Black’. She is also known for her fascinating personal history within the studio system, including her connection to Howard Hughes.

Estelle Parsons

Estelle Parsons won an Academy Award for her supporting role in the landmark film ‘Bonnie and Clyde’. She is well-known to television audiences as the eccentric mother Beverly Harris on ‘Roseanne’ and its spin-off ‘The Conners’. Parsons remains a force in the New York theatre scene, recently directing productions at the Actors Studio. Her career is marked by a fierce intelligence and a refusal to retire from the stage or screen.

Lisa Lu

Lisa Lu is a pioneering Asian-American actress with a career that spans both Hollywood and Chinese cinema. She had major roles in ‘The Last Emperor’ and ‘The Joy Luck Club’, and gained new fans as the matriarch in the global hit ‘Crazy Rich Asians’. In 2025, she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, cementing her status as a living legend. Lu continues to act in international productions and remains a vital bridge between Eastern and Western cinema.

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