Brooke Shields, once hailed as “the most beautiful girl in the world,” enjoyed a meteoric rise to fame as a child model and actress. For decades, she was inundated with offers for roles and campaigns, a constant whirlwind of activity. However, as time has passed, Brooke has scaled back her public appearances, choosing a quieter pace of life. While she may no longer possess the flawless figure of her youth, and her skin now bears the marks of time, Brooke confidently asserts that she feels just as good, if not better, than she did 30 years ago.

Today, the former supermodel embraces a more private lifestyle. Brooke rarely graces public events, and with her daughters, Rowan and Grier, now independent, she enjoys a newfound sense of freedom. This new chapter in her life allows her to focus on her own passions and pursue her own interests. Reflecting this shift, she recently launched her own cosmetics line.

To commemorate this milestone, Brooke granted a rare interview. In it, she candidly addressed societal pressures that often lead women to fear the aging process. Drawing from her own experiences, she emphasized how age can open doors to new and exciting opportunities. She reflected on a life primarily dedicated to the care of others—her parents, her husband, her daughters. Now, for the first time, she is prioritizing her own needs and desires.

Shields revealed that the first signs of aging on her skin did not discourage her. On the contrary, looking in the mirror today fills her with pride for all she has accomplished and the resilience she has demonstrated throughout her life. “It felt like I suddenly had all the time in the world,” she shared, “and I began to ask myself, ‘What do I truly want?'”

Despite her more relaxed approach to life, Brooke encourages others to prioritize their health and well-being. She emphasizes that with age comes a deeper understanding of our bodies, allowing us to focus on the positive aspects of this stage of life – of which, she assures us, there are many.