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Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old

Thoughts on Aging as a Woman

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Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old

By: Brooke Shields, Rachel Bertsche - contributor
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This program is read by the author.

From the face of a generation comes a voice of experience, honesty and truth. Brooke Shields narrates a powerful account of her aging experience. A master storyteller, Brooke delivers a remarkable narration with humor and grace. Be prepared to listen, laugh and learn as she flips the script on the idea of what it means for a woman to grow older.

Brooke Shields has spent a lifetime in the public eye. Growing up as a child actor and model, her every feature was scrutinized, her every decision judged. Today Brooke faces a different kind of scrutiny: that of being a “woman of a certain age.”

And yet, for Brooke, the passage of time has brought freedom. At fifty-nine, she feels more comfortable in her skin, more empowered and confident than she did decades ago in those famous Calvin Kleins. Now, in Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old, she’s changing the narrative about women and aging.

This is an era, insists Brooke, when women are reclaiming agency and power, not receding into the shadows. These are the years when we get to decide how we want to live—when we get to write our own stories.

With remarkable candor, Brooke bares all, painting a vibrant and optimistic picture of being a woman in the prime of her life, while dismantling the myths that have, for too long, dimmed that perception. Sharing her own life experiences with humor and humility, and weaving together research and reporting, Brooke takes aim at the systemic factors that contribute to age-related bias.

By turns inspiring, moving, and galvanizing, Brooke’s honesty and vulnerability will resonate with women everywhere, and spark a new conversation about the power and promise of midlife.

A Macmillan Audio production from Flatiron Books.

©2025 Brooke Shields (P)2025 Macmillan Audio
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Standing ovation 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻

I NEEDED this book!!!
Thank you Brooke Shields!
You ARE FUNNY and you are a speaker of TRUTH!

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The 50s and 60s are for blossoming confidentiality. This book is proof of that! I’m blooming over here!

The writing that is shared is highly approachable, thoughtfully presented and even, defended with research statistics in some instances. A lovely balance of observations, antidotes and confirmation. Recognition that we all have a similar experience within this society- whereby, our usefulness or value to others, was determined BY US ourselves (!!) by how much of ourselves we gave away to care for others. There is FINALLY a turning point, when or if we are “dismissed” from being a caregiver, we get to go back inside ourselves to become our own self again, to have focus and interest in one’s OWN health, happiness and experience. I was in awe with how aligned I felt hearing Brooke Shield’s stands on concepts of collecting possessions and enjoying them, offering “advice,” and medical experiences both accident related and elective. The honestly and forthcoming way Brooke shares truly starts an important conversation and will go on to educate and empower many women. So, heartfelt thank you to you Brooke Shields, age is insignificant, wisdom is earned and kindness is a choice. And you, are one awesome human.

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Thank you ! She said what I feel !

Thank you “BrookeShields” (one word, as she said) 🙂 ! I just finished a novel when this came up as one I would like according to what I’ve listened to (?) I almost by passed it because I thought, “what I’m the world would she know about aging with the money she has to change what she doesn’t
like about herself!” I was wrong for judging, as usual, we miss out when we judge. I loved this book !
No I can not relate to being a celebrity part but the rest is on point ! Again, thanks Brooke !

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Listening to Brooke reminded me of intimate conversations I’ve had only with my nearest and dearest friends.

It was too short! Lol, I wanted to keep listening. She is the voice of all women of our generation, as things were changing in society for women.

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Must read for women

Such an honest, frank story about menopause, women’s health care in general, and aging in the modern world. I can’t recommend it enough.

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Brook no objections

I think since her whole life has been lived in the public eye, she thinks there is interest in her kids, her surgeries, her marriages, just her. Maybe talking to a friend would have sufficed?

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Relatable, Empowering, and Uplifting



I absolutely loved Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Grow Old! This book was a delightful surprise—I knew very little about Brooke Shields before diving in, but now I’m officially a fan.

Brooke’s storytelling is relatable, empowering, and filled with so much energy and honesty. Her life experiences, perspective, and attitude are captivating and inspiring. She manages to tackle some serious topics while keeping the tone uplifting and entertaining.

It’s rare to find a memoir that feels so genuine yet still leaves you feeling empowered and entertained. If you’re looking for a book that will make you laugh, reflect, and cheer for someone’s incredible journey, this one is a must-listen. Highly recommend!

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Highly Enjoyable

As a woman about to turn 40, this book is right on time. I was surprised by how many references were included to scholarly articles, studies, and research, but it was super easy to listen to and absorb the information. Brooke Shields has great delivery and comedic timing, and I found myself looking for excuses to listen throughout my day.

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Empowering

Loved hearing the positives for women on aging as a focus with some humor mixed in. Well done!

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Brooke gets it right

Absolutely perfect picture of what it’s like getting older…how it affects who you are and even your marriage. Listening to this felt like talking to a friend.

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