Who is Joan Collins and what is her net worth?
Joan Collins dazzled at the 2024 Emmy Awards on January 15
WITH her glamourous looks and long career in show business, Joan Collins is the epitome of a Hollywood star.
The British-born actress is best known for starring in the 1980s hit show Dynasty, but she has done much more than that throughout her life.
Who is Joan Collins?
Joan Collins is a much-loved actress, author, and TV star.
She made her feature film debut as a beauty contest entrant in Lady Godiva Rides Again (1951) followed by The Woman's Angle (1952) in a minor role as a Greek maid.
She then played a more significant role as a gangster's moll in Judgment Deferred (1952).
Her big break came when the Rank Organisation signed her for a major role in I Believe in You (1952).
During the 1970s, she starred in several films including The Quest For Love (1971), Fear In The Night (1972), and Empire of the Ants (1977).
In 1981, Joan joined the show Dynasty for its second season.
She played Alexis Colby, the ex-wife of oil tycoon Blake Carrington.
What age is Joan Collins?
Joan was born in Paddington, London, on May 23, 1933, and is 90 years old as of January 2024.
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She is the daughter of Elsa Collins (née Bessant) — a dance teacher and nightclub hostess — and Joseph William Collins, who was an agent and had clients including Shirley Bassey, The Beatles, and Tom Jones.
She was educated at the Francis Holland School, an independent day school for girls in London. She then trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
Joan is the older sister of the late best-selling novelist Jackie Collins, who passed away in 2015 following a battle with breast cancer.
That same year, Joan was made Dame by the Queen for her charitable services.
Joan has continued to work and most notably had a recurring role in ITV's Benidorm.
She played Crystal Hennesey-Vaas on the much-loved series, the CEO of the Solana Hotel Group.
Joan has also appeared on American Horror Story, The Royals, and Hawaii Five-0.
Is Joan Collins married?
Joan has been married five times.
Since February 2002, she has been married to her fifth husband Percy Gibson, who is 31 years her junior.
"The fact that I was older didn’t matter to us," she said in an interview at the time of the wedding. "It was giddy, it was fantastic and Percy and I fell madly in love.
"I’ve finally found my true soulmate. And my husband forever."
Does Joan Collins have any children?
Joan has three grown children from two different relationships.
She welcomed Tara and Alexander with her second husband, actor Anthony Newley.
Joan then had her third child, Katyana "Katy" Kass, with her third husband, American businessman Ron Kass, per People.
She is also the godmother of supermodel Cara Delevingne.
What is Joan Collin's net worth?
During her long career, Joan has built up an impressive net worth.
She has a fortune of around £20M, per zacjohnson.com
However, speaking to the Radio Times, the outspoken Joan said: "I'm not exactly rich, no.
"Rich, as Robert Wagner said to me, is having f*** you money."
Was Joan Collins at the 2024 Emmys?
Joan was present at the 2024 Emmy Awards on January 15, 2024.
As Page Six reported, the actress rocked "an icy blue gown that featured a floaty top layer that ended at her waist."
"The floor-length Jenny Packham design was draped in the middle, and also included sequins and a few jewels as embellishments, ensuring Collins shined as she posed for pictures," the outlet continued.
She also sported "long, Swarovski crystal chandelier earrings" that reached her collarbone and "layers of bracelets."
"The actress' long, satin gloves coordinated with the rest of her ensemble, pulling it together and giving the look an Old Hollywood vibe.
"Collins made sure to show off her shoes on the step-and-repeat, letting the sparkly, pointed-toe heels peek out from under her dress."
Joan was joined by her husband, Percy. The couple posed for photos together.
During the awards ceremony, she presented the Emmy for Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series alongside actress Taraji P. Henson, per Good Housekeeping.