Brooke Shields is closing out summer with a look back at one of its brightest moments. The When Calls the Heart star, 61, shared a sun-soaked collection of photos from Croatia on Instagram on Thursday, August 27. Shields kicked off the carousel with a photo of herself relaxing beside a waterfall in a strapless black one-piece swimsuit.
Brooke Shields Shares Highlights From Her Croatia Vacation
The elegant look highlighted her long legs as she soaked up the coastal scenery. “Highlight of the summer: the most amazing trip to Croatia with the best people 🇭🇷😍🏝️,” she wrote.
The carousel captured more than one picturesque swimsuit moment. Shields included a video of herself leaping into the water, a look at a memorable meal, and several snapshots from the group’s July getaway. Chelsea Handler appeared in some of the photos alongside Shields and other friends.
Shields appeared equally at ease posing by the waterfall and diving into the clear water. Her post offered followers a playful glimpse at a trip she called the highlight of her summer.
Fans Praise Brooke Shields’ Radiant Swimsuit Look
Followers quickly filled the comments with warmth for the actress, celebrating both the photos and her enduring connection to fans. “So that’s the fountain of youth you’ve been using!” one person joked beneath the waterfall photo.
“You look great! Legs for days! Super jelly,” another commenter wrote. The love came from all corners, including from the very place she’d just visited. A Croatian follower welcomed the star, writing, “Hope you enjoyed our beautifil [sic] country! 😍❤️.”
Another admirer added, “Brooke Shields The most beautiful in the world😍😍.”
Longtime fans took the moment to reflect on just how long Shields has held a place in their hearts. “The eternal Blue Lagoon Girl! She’s still beautiful ❤️,” one fan wrote.
Others echoed that same sentiment. “You will always be the most beautiful woman in the world @brookeshields,” one fan shared.
A few comments carried the same admiration in their own words. “Geesh, Brooke Shields 💚 you look like a dang model! Gorgeous 💚be well 💚💚💚,” one user chimed in.
For some, the post sparked a trip down memory lane. “Brooke. Reliving hr, ‘Circus of the Stars’ years❤️ That was a very popular show event when it aired,” wrote another.
And a few fans couldn’t resist turning their comments into requests. “Awesome!! Now…get back here…and make more episodes of You’re Killing Me!!! 🙌🙌❤️❤️We need MORE!!! 😍😍” another added.
Brooke Shields Calls Her 60s a New Beginning
GettyShields has been open about rejecting the idea that women should become less visible as they grow older. During a December 2025 interview with Shop TODAY, she described her 60s as an exciting new chapter.
“The narrative we have fed to women is that this is the beginning of the end,” she shared. “And to me, it’s the beginning of the beginning. When you look at the research on how the brain works and what happens to women in this era of their lives, it’s really quite extraordinary how confidence-boosting it really is.”
GettyThat outlook was easy to see in the Croatia photos. Shields looked confident and carefree as she enjoyed the landscape without appearing concerned about meeting anyone else’s expectations.
Brooke Shields Shares Her Advice on Aging With Confidence
The model and actress also offered a thoughtful message for women who feel uneasy about entering their 50s, 60s or another new stage of life.
Shields said women should “only look back, if you’re going to give yourself credit for all that you’ve done.”
“Don’t look back and pine for your face without one wrinkle or when body parts looked different,” she added. “Look back, and then switch the gaze to being excited about more to come. That is my whole approach.”
Her latest vacation post brought that philosophy to life. At 61, Shields is not looking backward with regret. She is celebrating where she is now and making room for the adventures still ahead.
