The Golden Age of Hollywood: Where Are They Now?

Chuck Yeager - 97

Chuck Yeager joined the army as a pilot at a young age. Chuck was the first person ever who officially broke the sound barrier and flew faster than the speed of sound—an amazing feat. He served in the army for many years and retired with many honors. He passed away in 2020 at the late age of 97.

Eva Marie Saint - 97

With an impressive 7-decade-long career, Eva Marie Saint has more movie roles under her belt than we could count. She won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in North by Northwest, by Alfred Hitchcock. She also starred in Raintree CountyExodus, The Russians Are Coming, and in a few movies in the new millennium, like Superman Returns and Winter’s Tale. Eva had a beautiful and long marriage with Jeffrey Hayden, which lasted for 65 years, until his death in 2016. Eva is now 97 years old.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.