The Only Main Actor Still Alive From 1968’s Funny Girl
Greetings, lovely one,” is the start of a two-book series detailing the life of Fanny Brice, a star in vaudeville and radio, who was also known as a Ziegfeld Girl. The tale follows Fanny’s journey from an ambitious girl trying to escape the chorus line to becoming the most celebrated comedian Ziegfeld ever promoted. Along her path, she grapples with self-confidence issues, falls for the charismatic gambler Nicky Arnstein (portrayed by Omar Sharif), and navigates his extravagant spending habits. Ultimately, Fanny realizes that she cannot rescue Nicky, despite her love for him, as she learns to appreciate her own value.