Bobby Sherman Started out as an actor, but it did not take long for his other talents to shine as well. His first television appearance was on the show “Shindig!” and then he started leaning into music as well. His music career won him five gold albums and seven Top 40 hits. Now that is pretty impressive for an actor who also sings!
When Bobby Sherman felt like his Hollywood career was not fulfilling his creative needs anymore, he ended up going down a different path. He retired from show business and started a career as an EMT and a sheriff’s officer. Talk about a career change!
Marlon Brando (1950s-1960s)
Marlon Brando's career, popularity, and influence are unmatched. He had his big break in 1954 with the film "On the Waterfront" and went on to become a Hollywood staple. He is considered to be the first actor to popularize the Method Acting style.
Brando was one of the highest-paid actors in the world and received a record $3.7 million for just 13 days of work in his cameo on 1978’s "Superman." His most famous film is undoubtedly 1972's "The Godfather," a film that is widely regarded as the greatest film ever made. He passed away in 2004, at 80 years old.
Dean Martin (1950s-1960s)
Two things that made Dean Martin irresistible are his charm and charisma (but to be fair, there were many other things). These were only two of the reasons why he was nicknamed “King of Cool.” Everything he did, he did effortlessly well — from his comedy duo with Jerry Lewis to his acting and singing.
In his later career, Martin focused more on his music and recorded an average of four albums a year in the 1970s. Martin, who was a heavy smoker, suffered from lung cancer and other respiratory problems. He passed away on Christmas day of 1995 at 78 years old.
Vincent Van Patten (1970s)
Son of the actor Dick Van Patten, Vincent was encouraged to take the spotlight as a young boy, and he appeared in many commercials as a kid. He soon transitioned into bigger roles, starring in numerous films and TV shows, the first of which was "Bonanza."
But Vincent is more than just an actor. He is also a talented tennis player with a well-established career and titles, as well as a successful poker player. So even though he doesn't act anymore, he has other ways to make a living. Vincent actually comes from a family full of celebrities. His uncle, Tim Van Patten, is a famous TV director.
Bobby Rydell (1960s)
Bobby Rydell made the women of the 1960s swoon with a single stare and it was clear that everyone else wanted to be him. He became famous in the ‘50s on Paul Whiteman’s "TV Teen Club" as a regular cast member. After many years on the show, Rydell turned to music, which didn't take off that well.
Eventually, however, he was cast in the hit 1963 movie version of "Bye Bye Birdie." Despite numerous health issues and undergoing kidney and liver transplants, he was still performing around the world and had no plans of slowing down. Unfortunately, though, he ended up passing away in 2022.