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Lee Majors, a prominent figure in 1970s television thanks to the success of The Six Million Dollar Man, recently celebrated his 86th birthday. The iconic actor, who also starred in The Fall Guy and frequently appeared on The Bionic Woman, shared his sentiments on social media.
Lee Majors Celebrates 86th Birthday
On Wednesday, Majors marked his 86th birthday with an Instagram post, expressing gratitude for life and blessings.
A Milestone Birthday
Majors’ Instagram post read: ‘Another year around the sun…and while the calendar might say 86, I like to think of it more as “68” with a few bonus chapters. Grateful for life, love, and all the blessings. Here’s to living well, staying sharp, and aging like the legends do.’
Lee Majors’ Enduring Career and Personal Life
Beyond his successful acting career, Lee Majors’ personal life has also garnered attention, including his marriage to Farrah Fawcett.
Marriage to Faith Majors
Currently, Majors is happily married to Faith Majors, whom he wed in 2002.
Previous Marriages
- Farrah Fawcett (1973-1982)
- Kathy Robinson (1961-1964)
- Karen Velez (1988-1994)
Reflections on His Relationship with Farrah Fawcett
In a 2019 interview, Majors discussed his relationship with Charlie’s Angels star Farrah Fawcett, highlighting the challenges they faced as a high-profile Hollywood couple.
Early Days
Majors recounted meeting Fawcett through his publicist, which quickly led to a nearly 12-year relationship.
Career Challenges
He noted the difficulties of maintaining a relationship with demanding careers, saying, ‘But there was a year or so when I think I saw her two weeks in one year. It’s very difficult with careers like that. This business is tough. Working 14 hours a day, both of you, and the days went by.’
Fame and Attention
The immense fame from The Six Million Dollar Man and Charlie’s Angels presented challenges in evading the paparazzi, particularly before the advent of widespread social media.
Later Life and Remembrance of Farrah Fawcett
Majors has found lasting love, and holds fond memories of his past relationship with Fawcett.
A Lasting Marriage
Lee married Faith Majors in 2002, a union that has lasted over two decades, a milestone he proudly acknowledges: ‘It is a record in Hollywood.’
Farrah Fawcett’s Passing
Farrah Fawcett passed away in June 2009 at age 62 after battling cancer. Reports indicated that Lee Majors contacted Fawcett before her death, ending a long period of silence.
Reconnecting After Years
A source revealed that Majors called Fawcett on her birthday in February before she died, marking their first conversation in 23 years. The 40-minute conversation was described as a lovely moment of closure.
Recent Appearances
In 2020, Lee Majors and his wife Faith attended the Open Hearts Foundation 10th Anniversary gala in Los Angeles.