Brooke Shields, well-known for her career in both acting and modeling, recently discussed how society’s perceptions of age have impacted her. In an interview with MSNBC, the 59-year-old actress shared insights from her upcoming memoir, Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old, set for release in January. Shields revealed that a key inspiration for the book was an encounter with a stranger whose demeanor changed after learning her age. Reflecting on this, Shields explained how people often judge based on memories of her younger self, causing a shift in how they view her now.
She noted how this experience made her realize the societal obsession with youth, something she believes is problematic. Shields, who began modeling as a baby and gained fame at 12 in Pretty Baby, has lived much of her life in the spotlight. As she ages, she feels increasingly scrutinized and judged, motivating her to write a book that challenges these perspectives and encourages a more positive conversation about aging.
Beyond discussing ageism, Shields also opened up about her brief marriage to tennis star Andre Agassi, revealing how the relationship helped her break away from her mother’s management, a significant turning point in her life. Shields hopes her book will spark meaningful discussions about the perceptions of aging and how midlife can be a time of possibili
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