Donna Mills Stuns in Gold and Ivory Dress at Charity Event
Donna Mills, the 82-year-old Hollywood legend, turned heads last week in a breathtaking gold and ivory dress. The occasion was the Summer Spectacular, a charitable event benefiting The Brent Shapiro Foundation for Drug Prevention, held at The Beverly Hilton in honor of Arielle Lorre and hosted by Lala Kent.
Donna’s timeless beauty defied her age as she graced the event, wearing her blonde hair down, complemented by long gold earrings. But she’s not just all about appearances. Last year, she shared her secrets to longevity with AARP – The Magazine, emphasizing the importance of continued contribution even in one’s later years.
Throughout her illustrious career, Donna Mills has made an indelible mark in Hollywood. She famously co-starred with Clint Eastwood in the classic 1971 film “Play Misty For Me” and later shone in the hit series “Knot’s Landing.” Notably, she recently appeared in Jordan Peele’s thrilling “Nope” and is set to grace the small screen in a Lifetime movie series, “V.C. Andrews Dawn Cutler Series,” slated for release in 2023.
Apart from her showbiz successes, Donna has been diligent in maintaining her figure. She disclosed her dietary discipline, which notably excluded pasta, sugar, bread, ice cream, and cookies during her soap-opera years. Although she’s not a vegetarian, she’s embraced a diet rich in vegetables. To stay active, she plays tennis three times a week and engages in light weight workouts, despite dealing with arthritis like many in her age group.
Donna’s life took an inspiring turn when she adopted her daughter, Chloe, at the age of 54. She took a significant hiatus from Hollywood to focus on raising her child. In her own words, it was the right thing to do, and she has no regrets.
Romance entered her life at the age of 60 when she met Larry Gilman. This new chapter marked a departure from her past inclination for “bad boys.” Donna maintains close friendships with her “Knot’s Landing” co-stars, Joan Van Ark and Michele Lee, even after four decades since the show’s inception.
Playing the villainous Abby Fairgate on “Knot’s Landing” had an unexpected consequence in her personal life, as she noted women were standoffish, believing she might steal their husbands.
Looking ahead, Donna Mills is eager to continue working in her “third act.” She’s recently cast as a “vicious, sadistic grandmother” in a new movie, and she’s yearning for a series role where she can explore the depths of villainy, akin to the popular show “Succession.”
In an interview with People magazine, Donna shared her journey into motherhood in her 50s and encouraged others to consider parenthood later in their careers. She adopted Chloe when she was four days old and embraced the joys of motherhood without feeling limited by her age.
The actress, who took an 18-year hiatus from full-time acting to raise Chloe, returned to daytime television in 2014 with a role on “General Hospital.” Her performance earned her the “Outstanding Special Guest Performer in a Drama Series” award at the 2015 Daytime Emmy Awards.
Today, Donna Mills continues to grace our screens with her timeless talent. She’s set to star in Jordan Peele’s upcoming sci-fi horror film “Nope,” alongside Keke Palmer, Daniel Kuluuya, and Steven Yeun.
Besides her professional accomplishments, Donna keeps her ageless beauty by maintaining a regular workout routine and a healthy diet, steering clear of sugar, pasta, and starches. She also emphasized the importance of sun protection for healthy skin and humorously ruled out any cosmetic enhancements, opting for natural charm over a “duck bill” appearance.
Donna Mills is not just a Hollywood icon; she’s an inspiration, embodying grace, talent, and wisdom in every phase of her life.