Viola Davis recently shared her inspiring views on aging in an interview with AARP, emphasizing how it has enhanced her self-worth. The How to Get Away with Murder star rejected societal limitations, stating, “My ability to overcome and to challenge… is mine.” At 61, she feels liberated from age-related constraints, noting, “I feel like my value is going up.”
Reflecting on her past, Viola acknowledged the fear of failure she once had, which she now understands does not define her worth. Shaped by her family’s experiences, she found strength in adversity, stating that past struggles contributed to her self-identity.
In an industry often dismissing women after a certain age, the EGOT winner feels more vital than ever. She challenges ageist norms, asserting, “When you come to Hollywood… you feel like you’ve just sort of disappeared.” Viola embraces her life’s mistakes and successes as essential to her personal definition and argues that true worth transcends accolades.
She concluded by reminding herself, “Even without any of that… you’re still worthy,” sharing a powerful message about self-worth that resonates beyond the entertainment industry.
