Pamela Anderson, the iconic Baywatch star, is shedding her sultry sex symbol image and embracing her natural beauty as she approaches 60. In a recent interview with The Times, the actress and model opens up about her conscious decision to let go of the “cartoon character” persona she created earlier in her career.
Leaving Hollywood’s Glitz Behind
“What is this cartoon character I’ve created?” OK, that was fun. But I’m not that person anymore,” Anderson confessed. The image she cultivated, according to her, was a means of self-protection and a way of trying to make certain people happy. Now, the 57-year-old is focusing on embracing her true self and distancing herself from the “pneumatic kind of image” that people often associate with her.
Reconnecting With Nature And Simple Living
Anderson’s newfound comfort in her natural beauty starts with her daily routine. She begins each day by jotting down her tasks in a journal before venturing out for a three- to six-mile walk, often rising before sunrise to “connect with nature.” The actress also makes a conscious effort to avoid her phone and social media “at all costs,” finding solace in reading, watching old movies, and cooking in the kitchen of her Vancouver Island home.
Embracing A Mindful, Vegan Lifestyle
Anderson’s lifestyle changes extend to her diet as well. She has transitioned to a vegan cookbook, exploring slow cooking processes like pickling and fermenting. This shift, she says, is part of her journey to restore her natural beauty after years of being viewed as a “sultry symbol.”
Letting Go Of Her “Sex Symbol” Status
One of the most significant changes for Anderson has been her decision to go makeup-free on the red carpet. “There’s these beautiful clothes. I’m wearing Vivienne Westwood. I have this excellent hat and beautiful coat. Nobody’s going to notice if I don’t wear any makeup,” she told the publication.
Challenging The Idea Of Beauty
Anderson’s bare-faced appearances are a conscious effort to challenge the notion of beauty and “this mask we put on.” She recalls the moment she first showcased herself without makeup at Paris Fashion Week, saying, “I didn’t realize it was going to start all of this; all these people really relate to me.” The actress is now embracing the message that, “We are good enough just the way we are.”
Healing From Trauma And Regaining Control
The desire to heal from past trauma has also marked Anderson’s journey. “Every love and experience is a learning experience, and I’m grateful for everything.” But in hindsight, I look, and I see a person who had some trauma early in her life,” she explains.
Empowering Her Sons
The actress admits that her previous public persona also had a negative impact on her sons, Brandon and Dylan. “They probably don’t feel they have to defend their mom anymore. My public perception has changed, and you don’t realize how much that affects your children,” she shared.
A Newfound Sense Of Self
As Anderson embraces her natural beauty, she feels a renewed sense of self. “Now I’m playing myself. Now I feel more myself than ever,” she declares. The actress is grateful for the opportunity to be true to herself, no longer competing with the “cartoon character” she had created.
Pamela Anderson’s transformation from a “siren” to a natural beauty is a testament to the power of self-acceptance and the courage to embrace one’s true self. Her journey serves as an inspiration for anyone seeking to shed societal expectations and find comfort in their own skin.
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