Growing up during the wartime period, this celebrity has vague memories of the events leading to the war due to her young age. Despite the impact on her schooling, she went on to become one of the most iconic stars.

Born in London, England, on May 23, 1933, she is the eldest child of Elsa, a former nightclub hostess, and Joseph, a talent agent.

Elsa, a British native, and Joseph, a South African, had two more children: Jackie in 1937 and Bill in 1946. The family experienced the challenges of World War II, seeking shelter in Tube stations with fellow London residents hiding from German bombs.

In May 2020, the celebrity reflected on those times, recalling being evacuated constantly while her father had to stay in London for entertainment duties.

Despite the constant moves negatively affecting her schooling, she and her sibling were fortunate to have their mother with them, making the situation more manageable.

She vividly remembered sleeping in the underground, stating, “We went to the one at Marble Arch the most. It was very convivial – people would have accordions and they’d sing.”

The evacuee turned out to be English actress Joan Collins, who rose to fame in the 1981 drama series “Dynasty.”

In a 2013 interview, Collins revealed her grandmother’s influence on her passion for acting and her father’s initial discouragement.

Despite early skepticism about her acting career’s longevity, Collins surpassed expectations.

Her personal life had its challenges, including an engagement to Warren Beatty, who urged her to terminate a pregnancy, fearing it would harm their careers. Although initially hesitant, Collins later acknowledged Beatty’s advice.

Married four times, Collins is currently with her fifth husband, actor Percy Gibson, whom she married in February 2002.

Gibson, described as the most honorable man she’s met, entered her life during a play in New York City. Despite a notable age difference, with Collins now at 90 and Gibson at 58, the couple continues to share a loving relationship.