Martha Stewart, the undisputed queen of lifestyle, is marking her 85th birthday with characteristic candor, addressing everything from cosmetic procedures to the complexities of modern dating. Far from planning any dramatic nips and tucks, Stewart is embracing her milestone birthday on her own terms, revealing in a recent interview that she has never undergone plastic surgery and has no immediate plans to start.
Embracing Natural Beauty and Maintenance
Stewart has long championed a philosophy of aging gracefully, and she remains steadfast in that approach. “I have not had any plastic surgery at all. I don’t think I need it,” she told People magazine. Instead of surgical interventions, Stewart attributes her enduring appearance to a diligent regimen of skincare, regular facial treatments, and a commitment to healthy living. She admitted to using a “little bit of fillers” for touch-ups approximately every four months, describing herself as more of a “maintenance kind of person.” She humorously clarified, “I’m not getting boobs done and hips and butts and stuff like that.”
Shifting Perspectives on Relationships
The celebrated entrepreneur also shared her evolving views on companionship as she’s gotten older. When asked about envying friends with happy marriages, Stewart indicated that the need for a partner has diminished for her. “Now it’s less important,” she stated. “The older you get, the less you really need a mate, I think.” She further elaborated on her preference for avoiding the burdens that might come with a relationship later in life, noting, “I wouldn’t want to be beleaguered with an older, ill person.”
Celebrating 85 in Maine
To mark her 85th birthday, Stewart shared a serene photo of herself enjoying a hot tub at her expansive estate in Maine. The image captured her relaxing in the steaming water, clad in a black swimsuit, surrounded by lush evergreen trees and overlooking a pool. “I am going to use this amazing hot tub every single day I am in Maine,” she captioned the post, describing the experience as “Invigorating restorative Therapeutic relaxing.” Her followers were quick to shower her with praise in the comments section, with remarks like “Damn serving face too” and “Martha you are everything truly.”
A Philosophy of Lifelong Learning and Healthy Habits
Stewart’s perspective on aging is refreshingly uncomplicated. “I don’t think about age,” she asserted. “Eighty-five is just a number; that’s all I consider it. I don’t want to have a party. It’s not a big deal.” Her primary focus remains on personal growth: “My goal is to keep learning about everything.”
She credits her longevity and youthful vitality not just to good genes – noting her own mother looked striking at 95 – but also to a disciplined lifestyle. “We eat well. We don’t drink very much. We don’t smoke. We eat healthy food. We exercise daily. I horseback-ride,” Stewart outlined. Her routine is famously rigorous; she reportedly wakes at 3 a.m. daily to tackle puzzles before beginning her demanding schedule.
A Career Built on Perfectionism and Innovation
Even at 85, Stewart shows no signs of slowing down. She recently revisited her iconic 1995 People cover, recreating the shot at her 156-acre farm in Bedford, New York. This moment served as a reflection on her remarkable career, transforming her into America’s foremost authority on homemaking. “I still am a perfectionist. I still like to do many things at the same time. I like to do all the same things I’ve pretty much always done,” she remarked. While she acknowledged a desire for “a little bit more free time,” she added with a characteristic drive, “but I’m working on that.”
Stewart’s journey from a young model in Nutley, New Jersey, to a global lifestyle mogul is a testament to her ambition. After launching a successful catering business and publishing her first cookbook, Entertaining, she meticulously built an empire encompassing magazines, television shows, retail collaborations, and home goods. In 1999, she achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first self-made female billionaire in the United States. Her prolific career includes authoring over 100 cookbooks, establishing restaurants, gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit at 81 (making her the oldest model to do so), and continually diversifying her ventures. Her latest endeavors include a home intelligence app and a skincare line.
When asked if she has everything she desires, Stewart pointed to her newest project: “No, I don’t. I didn’t have an app for my home, and so I’m making one.” This ongoing pursuit of innovation underscores her enduring spirit and commitment to staying relevant and engaged in the world.
