13 Oldest Living Celebrities Who Continue to Make History
Burton Gilliam – Age 86
Among the over 90 films and television shows Burton Gilliam has graced, his most iconic role remains Lyle in the 1974 classic “Blazing Saddles.” Gilliam’s on-screen career commenced in the early 1970s with his debut in the 1973 movie “Paper Moon.” Before stepping into the spotlight, he achieved notable success as a boxer for the United States Coast Guard, boasting an impressive record of 201 victories out of 217 bouts. His involvement in the sport extended beyond fighting, as he later took on the role of a referee in California. Now a married man with four grandchildren, Gilliam takes pride in his granddaughter Hollie Vise, a two-time gymnastics world champion.
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