Joanna Cassidy, Blade Runner star, shines at 80 during casual Los Angeles outing

Joanna Cassidy, the American actress best known for her role as replicant Zhora Salome in the 1982 sci-fi classic Blade Runner alongside Harrison Ford, made a rare public appearance in Los Angeles looking remarkably youthful at the age of 80. Born in August 1945 in New Jersey, Cassidy began her career as a fashion model in New York before transitioning to acting in the late 1960s, with her first minor role in the Steve McQueen thriller Bullitt (1968). Throughout her long career, she has worked with prominent actors including Pierce Brosnan, Uma Thurman, Christina Applegate, and Kathy Bates, and has appeared in acclaimed television series such as Six Feet Under, L.A. Law, and Melrose Place. Cassidy won a Golden Globe for her performance in Buffalo Bill and earned an Emmy nomination for Six Feet Under. Still active in the industry, she recently appeared in the series Matlock (2025) and will star in the upcoming drama Last Hand. In a recent interview, Cassidy reflected on ageing, stating that time is an illusion and she feels as if she’s still 35. She also confirmed her relationship with Alan Hamel, the widower of Suzanne Somers, revealing that their romance has been going well. Her relaxed outing in Los Angeles reflected her grounded attitude and enduring charm, reminding fans that she remains vibrant and engaged with life well into her eighth decade.