Recently, several celebrities have announced their retirement from acting or music. Some notable examples include actors Daniel Day-Lewis, Sir Ian McKellen, Julianne Moore, Christopher Plummer, and Gena Rowlands, as well as musicians Elvis Costello, Paul Simon, Kenny G, Oasis, and Take That. While some have cited a desire to focus on other pursuits or spend more time with family as their reasons for retiring, others have continued to release new music or perform occasional concerts despite stepping away from touring.

Have any celebrities announced their retirement from acting or music lately?

Recently, there have been a few notable celebrities who have announced their retirement from either acting or music. Here are some examples:

Actors

1. Daniel Day-Lewis - After an illustrious career spanning over four decades, the three-time Academy Award-winning actor announced his retirement from acting in 2018. He stated that he had no interest in continuing to work as an actor and wanted to focus on other pursuits.

2. Sir Ian McKellen - The veteran actor, known for his roles in "The Lord of the Rings" and "X-Men" films, has hinted at retirement in recent years. In 2019, he told the BBC that he would consider retiring if he ever stopped enjoying acting.

3. Julianne Moore - The two-time Academy Award-winning actress revealed in a 2017 interview with Variety that she was considering retiring from acting within the next decade to spend more time with her family.

4. Christopher Plummer - The legendary actor, known for his role in "The Sound of Music," announced his retirement from acting in 2017 at the age of 87. However, he later reversed his decision and continued working until his death in 2021.

5. Gena Rowlands - The acclaimed actress, best known for her roles in "A Woman Under the Influence" and "Gloria," announced her retirement from acting in 2018 at the age of 84. She cited a desire to focus on writing and directing as her reasons for stepping away from acting.

Musicians

1. Elvis Costello - The British singer-songwriter announced his retirement from touring in 2018 due to declining health and a desire to spend more time with his family. However, he has continued to release new music and perform occasional concerts.

2. Paul Simon - The legendary singer-songwriter announced his retirement from touring in 2018 after completing his "Homeward Bound Farewell Tour." He stated that he wanted to spend more time with his family and focus on other creative endeavors.

3. Kenny G - The smooth jazz saxophonist announced his retirement from touring in 2015, stating that he wanted to spend more time with his family and pursue other interests. However, he has continued to release new music and perform occasional concerts.

4. Oasis - The British rock band announced their breakup in 2009 after internal conflicts between band members Noel and Liam Gallagher. While the band members have pursued solo projects and formed new bands since then, they have not reunited as Oasis.

5. Take That - The British boy band announced their second hiatus in 2011, with members Robbie Williams, Jason Orange, and Gary Barlow pursuing solo projects. However, they reunited in 2015 without Jason Orange and continue to tour and release new music today.