Helen Mirren on Aging: Hardest Part of Being 80
Here’s a summary of the provided text:
Dame Helen Mirren on Ageism and Patronizing Attitudes
The article focuses on Dame Helen Mirren‘s thoughts on aging and how she’s frequently enough treated by younger people. She expressed frustration with what she perceives as condescending “kindness” from others, stating bluntly, “F off.” She feels people underestimate her and are ofen patronizing.
Her Perspective on Getting Older
Mirren emphasizes that getting older is not something to be feared. She notes that each stage of life has its benefits, and that with age comes a shift in perspective and the gaining of new experiences.
Personal Life
She has been married to Taylor Hackford since 1997.
They do not have children together, and she has no regrets about that.
Hackford has a son, Rio, who sadly passed away from cancer in 2022.
Current Work*
Mirren is currently starring in The Thursday Murder Club*, a Netflix adaptation of Richard Osman’s novel.