DIAHANN CARROLL, 83 YEARS OLD
This stage and film actress, singer, and model was the first non-white actress to earn a huge role on television during the 50’s. Diahann Carroll was the role model for many talented black women who wanted to enter the entertainment industry! She was initially planning on focusing on operatic singing, but she enjoyed plenty of success as an actress. She even received nominations for various awards and went on to become the first African-American actress to earn a Tony Award back in 1962. She later survived breast cancer, though she chose to retire after the whole ordeal. Her most recent works involved recurring roles in shows like White Collar and Grey’s Anatomy.
LEX LUGER, 60 YEARS OLD
This famous wrestler experienced the peak of his career back in the 80’s and the 90’s. Also known as ‘The Total Package,’ he competed in both the World Wrestling Federation and the World Championship Wrestling. How fascinating is it to learn that Lex Luger played for the Miami Hurricanes in the NFL as well? Unfortunately, he had to say goodbye to playing both sports when he had a spinal stroke. However, he remains active in the WWE as part of the Wellness Policy team.