Even in 2025, some of the world’s oldest living entertainers continue to captivate audiences and remind us why their names became legendary in the first place. Their careers shaped film, television, and music across generations, and their influence is still felt today.
Elizabeth Waldo, born in 1918, remains a cherished cultural figure whose work helped preserve Indigenous music and expand the study of world cultures. Karen Marsh Doll—one of Hollywood’s oldest surviving actresses—stands as a living bridge to cinema’s golden age, with rare connections to classics like The Wizard of Oz and Gone with the Wind.
And then there’s Ray Anthony. At nearly 103, the beloved bandleader continues to embody the spirit of America’s big‑band era. His longevity, talent, and dedication make him not just a survivor of a bygone musical generation, but one of its last true torchbearers.....
