Brooke Shields Opens Up About Body Image Struggles

Brooke Shields has candidly opened up about the struggles of body image and the profound impact it has had on her life, particularly in her new memoir, 'Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old.' The 59-year-old actress, known for her iconic roles in classics like 'Pretty Baby' and 'Mother of the Bride,' shares some eye-opening revelations about her brief marriage to tennis legend Andre Agassi.

A Backhanded Compliment

In her memoir, Shields recalls an instance that left her reeling after Agassi's backhanded compliment regarding her weight. 'I was very specifically told I was not runway worthy, because I wasn’t skinny enough,' she writes. This commentary reflects a broader theme of self-worth that traveled with her throughout her career in Hollywood, where appearances often overshadow personal achievements.

The Pressure of Being 'The Face'