Jerry Hall is celebrating her 70th birthday in typically glamorous fashion, hosting a garden party for 200 guests at her home in Henley, complete with an Elvis impersonator. The Texan-born former supermodel, who still graces Vogue covers as a grandmother of three, says she doesn't 'really feel 70' — and her approach to ageing is as refreshingly straightforward as ever.
In a recent interview with British Vogue, Hall shared her no-fuss philosophy on looking and feeling good in her seventies. Unlike many celebrities who turn to cosmetic procedures or strict fitness regimes, she has chosen a more holistic and unapologetic path.
Beauty Comes From the Inside
Hall has always maintained that true beauty starts within. Her daughter Lizzie once revealed that her mother's mantra was 'beauty comes from the inside,' and it's a belief the model has clearly lived by.
When it comes to skincare, her routine is surprisingly simple. She uses just a basic face wash and face cream every day, opting for natural products from her local health shop. She has never been a fan of 'anti-ageing' labels, describing them as insulting. For her hair, she swears by raw coconut oil and has no plans to cut her signature long blonde locks, rejecting the idea that older women must opt for short styles.
Interestingly, Hall admits she rarely uses sunscreen and has never been one for complicated beauty regimens. She also steers clear of cosmetic enhancements. While some of her peers have embraced Botox and fillers, Hall says she would rather grow older naturally. 'What's wrong with wrinkles?' she has asked. 'I have loads of wrinkles, but I don't mind. I'm 70, I should have wrinkles.'
Fashion Remains a Passion
One area where Hall refuses to compromise is her love of clothes. She is still a regular at Vivienne Westwood and can spend hours browsing the designer 'jewel box' that is Liberty in London. She relies on her daughters, Lizzie and Georgia May, to give honest feedback on whether an outfit is age-appropriate, but she has no intention of dressing in 'beige and ugly shoes' just because she's in her seventies.
'I think it's fun to be able to dress in a way that looks good on your figure,' she told Vogue. 'I'm very lucky I didn't lose my figure.'
Diet, Vices and a Love of Life
Hall's lifestyle includes some habits that might surprise modern wellness enthusiasts. She enjoys rosé wine with both lunch and dinner when she has company and still smokes around 10 cigarettes a day. She is a keen hostess, often inviting friends for long summer stays at her Henley home, where they enjoy meals prepared by a private Italian chef.
Her diet is rooted in organic, home-cooked food. She eats three proper meals a day — eggs or oatmeal for breakfast, soup or salad for lunch, and stews, fish, chicken or meat with plenty of vegetables for dinner. Refined sugar is off the menu, a far cry from her teenage years when she would indulge in fresh croissants and chocolate mousse in Paris.
For exercise, Hall has never set foot in a gym. Instead, she stays active through gardening in her beloved Henley garden, walking, and the occasional yoga session. She also credits Ayurvedic medicine, which she has followed for decades, for helping to keep her system balanced.
A Different Approach to Ageing
In an industry obsessed with youth, Jerry Hall's attitude stands out. She has watched contemporaries undergo dramatic procedures but prefers to age on her own terms. 'I don't want to look weird. I don't want to scare my grandchildren,' she has said.
As she enters her eighth decade, Hall continues to live life with the same spirit that made her one of the most recognisable faces of the 1970s and 80s. From her high-profile relationship with Mick Jagger to her later marriage to Rupert Murdoch, she has always done things her way.
Her 70th birthday celebrations are expected to be a joyful affair, full of music, friends and laughter — a fitting tribute to a woman who has never let age define her.
For many women navigating their own later years, Jerry Hall's message is simple and liberating: embrace who you are, dress how you like, enjoy life's pleasures in moderation, and don't let society dictate how you should look or behave as you grow older.
