Shirley MacLaine | Born 1934

Shirley MacLaine has certainly made her mark in Hollywood. Among the last remaining stars from Hollywood’s Golden Age, she first rose to stardom as a teen thanks to her roles in Oklahoma! and The Pajama Game. She eventually got her big break on the silver screen when she starred in The Trouble with Harry, released in 1955. After that film, she continued to rise to prominence with her appearances in Around the World in 80 Days, Some Came Running, and Being Sweet Charity.

MacLaine reached the highpoint of her career in 1983, when she starred in Terms of Endearment, which won her an Oscar for Best Actress. Aside from her acting career, she is also known for her interest in New Age philosophy. She has authored several books related to the subject over the years. Today, at age 88, she remains active in the industry, receiving some credits in films and television shows in 2022.