Geena Davis, 70, Radiates Ageless Elegance

Geena Davis, 70, recently shared an Instagram photo that has fans celebrating her timeless elegance. The image captured the Hollywood icon enjoying an ice cream while dressed in a floral dress and boater hat, appearing relaxed and youthful.

Davis expressed a newfound confidence in aging, stating she likes herself better and looks better each year. This sentiment is reflected in her upcoming role in Netflix's sci-fi drama, 'The Boroughs.' In the series, she plays Renee, a self-assured resident of a seemingly idyllic retirement community that hides a secret. Davis noted her character thrives and lives well, not fitting the typical mold.

The series also drew Davis due to its positive portrayal of older women, including a romance between her character and a much younger man. While she finds such opportunities exciting, Davis remains skeptical about a single project transforming Hollywood's approach to age representation.

She has also experienced a resurgence in popularity with younger audiences, notably through her surprise appearance with Sabrina Carpenter at Coachella earlier this year. Many younger fans also recognize her from her role as Dr. Nicole Herman in 'Grey's Anatomy.' Davis continues to be amazed by the enduring popularity of 'Thelma & Louise' over three decades later.

Through the Geena Davis Institute, she advocates for better representation of women on screen. While progress is visible in children's entertainment, she believes Hollywood has a long way to go for women over 50. 'The Boroughs,' with its focus on six main characters around 70 who are heroic and brave, represents a significant step forward.