15 stars with the longest TV and movie careers

Frank OlitoApr 15, 2020, 23:10 IST

Betty White has one of the longest-running careers.AP

Some of the actors we know and love today got their starts over 50 years ago.
Angela Lansbury and Cloris Leachman's careers date back over 70 years, with Betty White not far behind.
Fifty years ago, Kathy Bates and Helen Mirren were getting their starts in the industry.
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Throughout the '50s, and '60s, there were actors struggling to make a name for themselves, and today, those same actors are some of Hollywood's biggest stars.

Julie Andrews, Betty White, Jeff Bridges, and Jackie Chan are all household names and their careers have spanned decades, reaching as far back as 50 years ago.

Here are some of the most famous actors with the longest careers in the industry.

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Kathy Bates has been in the film and TV industry for 50 years.

Helen Mirren's first appearance on TV was 53 years ago.

Goldie Hawn's career started 53 years ago in a variety show.

Fifty-three years ago, Sir Anthony Hopkins began his career in the spotlight.

Julie Andrews starred in her first film, "Mary Poppins," 56 years ago.

Mark Hamill's career started 57 years ago — long before "Star Wars."

Jackie Chan was only 8 years old in his first film, which premiered 58 years ago.

Kurt Russell's career dates back 58 years.

Jeff Bridges first appeared on screen alongside his father 58 years ago.

Jane Fonda began her lengthy career 60 years ago.

George Hamilton has been a staple in Hollywood for 62 years.

William Shatner has been a star for more than 60 years.

In 1953, Betty White began her decades-spanning film and TV career.

Cloris Leachman has also been working in the industry for over 70 years.

Angela Lansbury's career dates back 76 years.

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