Today is a day of celebrations, my dad is reaching the respectable age of 80 years old. And still happy and healthy, quite an achievement these days. Earlier this week I was talking to my niece. Since we are both turning 50 this year, we were wondering if 50 is the new 30? And if so, is 80 then the new 60? In some sort of way it is, since both my parents appear much younger than my grand parents did at the same ages.
For today’s list I had a look at which other 80 years old are around. Some of them might not be 80 yet, but will reach that age later this year. To keep it simple I just browsed for people born in 1943.
10. Erica Terpstra
Former Dutch swimming champion Erica Terpstra.
9. Catherine Deneuve
French actress and model.
8. Mick Jagger & Keith Richards
Since both Stones members turn 80 this year I added them together in this list. Will they die on stage? I guess not, they had plenty of opportunities to do so earlier in their career.
7. Julio Iglesias
Off course Julio cannot be skipped in this list, childhood sentiment.
6. Kurtwood Smith
Funny, I just notice that Kurtwood Smith played a part in 1987 blockbuster movie Robocop, a movie that I have actually seen in the cinema with my dad. I mostly know him for his lendary role as Red in That 70’s Show.
5. Maceo Parker
Legendary soul-, funk- and jazz musician. Well known since he played in James Brown’s band.
4. Eric Idle
Member of Monty Python and writer of Always look on the bright side of life.
3. Gary Burghoff
Gary Burghoff? Who the fuck is Gary Burghoff? Well, you might now from playing Radar O’Reilly in television series MASH.
2. Robert de Niro
I assume Bobby de Niro will continue acting untill he dies. He will be 80 in August, but is still working on 8 projects according to IMDB.
1. My dad
Off course I have saved the best for last. My tower of strength, my consigliere, my counseler, my partner when it comes to odd jobs in/around the house (dad has two right hands, where I have two left hands). 80 years old today, but still fitter (and maybe stronger) than me. Steady as a rock. Looking back at the previous 9 entries in today’s list, I guess he will survive them all. At least that is what I hope for. Love you dad!❤
