Rachel Ward, beloved for her role in “The Thorn Birds,” now runs a cattle ranch in Australia with her former co-star and now-husband, Bryan Brown. She recently came back onto everyone’s radar in a big way when fans flooded social media with support.
Rachel Ward Makes Powerful Statement About Aging
Ward is active on Instagram and has previously posted about her ranch. That post attracted unwanted attention about her appearance, People reports. But it also received overwhelming support from fans who came to her defense and praised Ward for aging gracefully. She is 68 now, and she has embraced aging and all that comes with it.
The actress released a new video on Instagram on January 16, in which she spoke directly to the camera and thanked fans. “Dear those of you who responded to the brouhaha over the trolls criticizing my appearance, I have tried to do a little better today. I ran my hands through my hair, etc., but anyways, just to say, do not fear aging,” she said. “It’s a wonderful period of life, in your 60s. I am more fulfilled than ever, and I have no regrets, leaving my youth and beauty behind.”
She continued, “I’m not youthful, but I am a very happy camper. Later years are to be exalted and welcomed. You wait until you get there. They have so many other gifts to bestow that you have no idea what they are until you get there.”
In the caption, Ward shared her thoughts. “Overwhelmed by the generosity that poured forth after a few fearful trolls went on the attack of my rather unkempt appearance before Christmas,” she wrote. “I’m a farmer now, but really should do my hair and apply some lippy before I go on social media. Apologies for frightening a few of you. I would crawl under a rock but very keen to promote my new initiative @Farmthru_ where you can buy Delicious regen steaks, chooks, eggs, pork and lamb at a curb side hub in the Northern Beaches.”
Celebrities & Fans Show Their Support
Ward’s powerful and beautiful message about not fearing aging, and the way she deflected criticism with such class and humor, has inspired so many. Once again, the comment section on her post has been flooded with supportive comments from celebrities and fans.
The reactions include one from Sharon Stone, who wrote, “Btw u r the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen And I’ve seen them all Then Now Always.”
Other reactions include, “You are beautiful,” “What a beautiful, generous and eloquent response. And I agree with you wholeheartedly. I was dreading my 60s but I’m actually loving them,” and “You’re gorgeous in every way. And the farm and all its produce sounds wonderful! Wish I lived closer so I could drop by and partake.”
