The Tony Award nominee, whose acting career spans six decades, said the women looked stunning in their 60s, 70s, and 80s. She wants to execute specific roles when she becomes an old woman and does not want to look odd when that time comes.
Criticized for Her Looks
Before she turned 60 in 2005, Field was sadly diagnosed with osteoporosis, often referred to as a “silent disease” due to the lack of early symptoms until it causes damage. Of the diagnosis, the veteran star said:
“I always knew I fit the risk profile. I was thin, small-boned, Caucasian, and heading toward age 60. But I was amazed at how quickly a woman could go from being at risk to having full-fledged osteoporosis.”
Bones in the hip, wrist, and backbone (spine) are among those affected, becoming so weak from the condition that they fracture easily.
According to reports, women are more likely than males to experience symptoms of the disorder, primarily as a result of hormone changes associated with menopause that impair bone density.
Oestrogen, the female hormone, is needed for healthy bones, but after menopause, the levels decrease, leading to a rapid decline in bone density.
When speaking about her condition, Field explained she had always ensured she consumed healthy food, participated in exercises, and took calcium. But despite her efforts, she failed to avoid the diagnosis.
Early-detectable signs of osteoporosis could include height loss over time, back pain, and a hunched posture indicative of a fragile bone.
Exercise, medication, dietary changes, and vitamin and mineral supplements are all part of the osteoporosis treatment plan. To avoid contracting the illness, one could make sure they take supplements and exercise frequently.
Field received negative feedback on her appearance despite her natural aging and health problems. Social media trolls criticized her appearance on Twitter in 2018. One user said, “You’re ugly.”
“Words cannot convey how nauseating you are, lady,” as one person said, “Your butt is going down also,” while another said, “You are utter garbage.”
Grandma of Five Lives in a Beach House
Field is now 76 years old and has adult sons and five grandchildren: Colin, Isabel, Ogden, Noah, and Sophie. A friend once divulged that she enjoys having so many grandkids with whom she plays and has fun.
Field became a first-time grandmother when her eldest son Peter and his first wife, Amy Scattergood, welcomed their daughter Isabel in 1998. The former couple had another daughter Sophie in 2021.
