Hollywood icon Drew Barrymore is sending a powerful and refreshingly honest message about the natural process of ageing as she approaches her 51st birthday. The actress and talk show host, who has spent her entire life in the public eye, shared a strikingly candid video with her followers, showcasing her complexion without a trace of makeup and proudly displaying her fine lines.
A Privilege, Not Something to Fear
In the video posted on Tuesday, Barrymore offered a close-up, unfiltered look at her face, even zooming in to highlight the lines around her eyes and mouth. She accompanied the footage with a poignant written statement: 'Aging is a privilege. It is not something to fear.' This bold move away from the airbrushed perfection often associated with celebrity culture was met with an outpouring of support from her fans and peers.
The comments section quickly filled with messages applauding her stance. One fan exclaimed she looked 'NATURALLY N ORGANICALLY BEAUTIFUL!', while another emphatically agreed with her sentiment about the luck of being alive. Celebrity chef Carla Hall celebrated Barrymore's 'beautiful laugh and smile lines', calling them 'EVERYTHING!!'.
A Consistent Philosophy on Growing Older
This is not the first time the Charlie's Angels star has spoken openly about embracing the changes that come with time. Earlier this year on her own talk show, Barrymore was asked by an audience member for her 'secret to aging gracefully'. Her response was characteristically straightforward and non-judgmental.
'I haven't done anything and I want to try and stay that way,' she told the crowd. However, she was quick to add, 'do whatever works for you. The only thing I do know is don't judge other people because they do things differently.' She emphasised that everyone is on their own personal journey and stressed the importance of mutual support.
Overcoming Self-Criticism with Kindness
Barrymore, a mother to two daughters, Olive and Frankie, also admitted to her own moments of struggle, noting times she sees what she calls 'turkey neck' or other signs of ageing. Her solution focuses on internal change rather than external fixes. She advocates for being kinder and more patient with oneself, arguing that this positive mental and spiritual approach ultimately reflects on one's face.
'How many beautiful moments do we even get the privilege of seeing our reflection and that person looking back at us is us?' she mused. The actress concluded with a simple yet profound piece of personal philosophy, stating, 'A smile is better than any lipstick you’ll buy.' As she enters this new chapter as a successful talk show host, Barrymore continues to use her platform to promote authenticity and self-acceptance, inspiring many to view the passage of time not with dread, but with gratitude.
