The talk show queen has declared aging is something to be loved and accepted – by looking younger than ever. The 60-year-old has turned her O Magazine into a showcase of her stunning form for a new double cover. Pictured from the front on the cover with her hair styled in voluminous curls, the host wears not just the dress – or friend Sarah Jessica Parker’s hells – but a giant smile. On the back of the magazine – which hits newsstands May 13 – the star shows off her curves thanks to the dress’ stunning design that includes a back cut out and jewel embellishment.
Despite the magazine bearing the words ‘Don’t look back,’ the star’s ensemble demands attention. Slipping on the gown Oprah declared, ‘Welcome to the glamour life class’. Of course, the multimillionaire leads a very glamorous life and her journey there is part of the reason Oprah says she does not fear aging. She says in the magazine: ‘Call me crazy, but I’ve never really understood our culture’s fear of getting older. The way I see it, every year can be a brand new journey.’ ‘Think about it: You get one chance to be 25…38…44…61…and every age before and between. Why wouldn’t you want to experience all the wonder in each step on your path?
‘If you’re blessed to enough to grow older, there’s so much wisdom to be gained from celebrating the process with vibrancy and vigour and grace.’ While she is comfortable with her age, it took the 60-year-old longer to accept her body. ‘One day I literally woke up and thought ”My god, these knees have been with me for 60 years. Wow! I’ve had these elbows for 60 years. My heart has been beating for 60 years. The feet I stand on have carried me for 60 years.’’ And when you think about it that way, you can be nothing but grateful.’