Justine Bateman on fame, reality stars, & Michael J. Fox

Originally Published: October 2018
#JustineBateman, who shot to fame in the ‘80s as Mallory on ‘#FamilyTies’, sits down with Larry to discuss her new book ‘Fame: The Hijacking of Reality’ and how her own wild ride informed her opinions about it.
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[@ikbalmaulana3254]

I can't believe my eyes, Justine has grown to be a philosopher, a very wise one. I was her fans back then. Now I am even more 🥰

[@fingerprint5511]

Justine is 55 years old, mature, one would not expect someone to have not self reflected and processed their life in their 5th decade of life because its what adults who are supposed to do! The young can't possibly appreciate truly until they too have embraced their own experience. Its part of the process of Nature. There are seasons. Its maturity, its not to be aplauded like some feat of a super human! What is to be aplauded is Justine's choice to write and share her experiences and speak about what is real and what is not. I hope you read her book ...

[@joycedominguez1828]

@@fingerprint5511 nicely said

[@Nick-hv8gj]

@@fingerprint5511 Different people embrace or deny their "maturity" in different ways and at different times in their lives. In addition, different cultures and different generations within those cultures deal with and define maturity in their own way. Here in the U.S., some could say that a given 20 year old acts very mature, while others might see the person as too serious and still others may define the behavior as disingenuous. To applaud or disagree with any part of a person's maturity is the choice of each individual.

[@larajhilton]

Same!!! What a find… going to buy her book.

[@stevehansen4755]

I have total repect that she embraces her age and didn't do what many Hollywood women do. She once flirted with me back in the 80's at a deli in NYC. Made my decade :)

[@carljansen6896]

She flirted with me too when I worked at Barnes & Noble in NYC. Maybe she has a thing for ....ansen's?

[@BrisLS1]

I think she looks great. Arms and upper body toned and tight, great skin. Many people 10 years younger couldn't wear sleeveless like that. Good show, Justine. Keep it up.

[@hawktchr8]

Oh my gosh!! Who makes that kind of a statement!! I’ll bet she was being nice “ansen” guys!!!!!! Oh my gosh !! And all of you guys in this line up are all about her looks! Get over YOURSELVES!! (I’m sure you’re adorable!)

[@hfontanez98]

Lucky dog you....

[@hfontanez98]

@@rdpmackie I don't know where to begin with your statement. Who it is to say what a 20-year old is supposed to wear? And... have you seen 20 year-olds lately, grandpa? I have because I work with a bunch of them and they don't dress like that. For starters, she wasn't wearing jeans torn jeans. And maybe she dyes her hair because the gray is not spread evenly and she doesn't like the patchy look. Also, 20 year-olds dye their hair all kinds of colors, INCLUDING GREY. Seriously grandpa, you need to analyze your views. Totally ridiculous.

[@mickmcmick8247]

Justine Bateman was my first celebrity crush as a kid. Watching this today totally solidifies that. So honest and with so much integrity. There is nothing more attractive.

[@alanmargu]

Mine too!

[@robbarnes1485]

Mine three!!

[@alfonsogayman9699]

Mine was Veronica Hamel but it’s happening now because I just discovered Hill St. blues. She’s stunningly beautiful on that show

[@jfq7223]

Mine fo!

[@rebeccalavoy6655]

Me too! Oh yeah, I'm straight, my bad 🤣

[@Hesohi]

She is too smart and genuine for today’s standards of Fame.

[@PamelaColor]

"Standards" is a very strong word for entertainment these days !

[@mlight6845]

A breathe of fresh air!

[@joshuatremble958]

Larry isn't really interested in following her into the deeper, more esoteric parts of her theories.

[@ellenjo86324]

Absolutely.

[@matthewmclemore6465]

When she was at her height of fame there was Angeline, who was famous like the Kardashians are today...famous for just being who they were. It’s not changed that much it’s just been magnified. There are smart people today who are famous and ridiculous people who are famous today. As it has always been and always will be.

[@rcjward]

I love that Justine is a critical thinker.

[@BramHepburn]

She is brave to age naturally in the entertainment business. I'll be honest it caught my by surprise which is the sad truth. She is normal, while the others have altered themselves to present an image. And as virtually every comment has stated, she is really impressive and smart. She's earned my total respect

[@deer105]

I had the same reaction. Shamefully, in the first seconds you wonder what happened, but then you listen to her and by second five realize that's a terrible judgment, she's an intelligent, strong, lovely human being and you're awful for being judgmental. We need to normalize normal aging.

[@BramHepburn]

@@deer105 I'm awful?

[@deer105]

@@BramHepburn no, I was saying I was awful for wondering what happened to her

[@BramHepburn]

@@deer105 lol phew thanks for the clarification. Hopefully years from now, as we evolve, the idea of body enhancements and plastic surgery will look as silly as an 80's Mohawk haircut looks today

[@Music73777]

@@BramHepburn Ahh following that same wisdom we probably shouldn’t judge people’s haircuts either.

[@hutch1197]

I remember Michael Gross (who played her Dad on Family Ties) talking about how people didn't know how talented she was to play such a ditzy character so well, because they didn't know how ridiculously intelligent she was.

[@dianapringle7593]

Only smart people can act like dumb people.

[@Daisy-ct3nh]

Maybe that's why shé got out of that sick industry.

[@rhonda6791]

That was really nice of him. He sounded protective

[@minyrar7107]

Michael J Fox also speaks really highly of her and how an amazing actress she is.

[@rhonda6791]

@@minyrar7107 That made me happy too.

[@benicio1967]

I have immense respect for how intelligent articulate and how insightful she is. What an absolute joy to listen to her thoughts and all she has to say about very complex and disorienting subjects.

[@tonysc7610]

I was vaguely interested in this interview to see what Justine had to say but after a couple of minutes was drawn into watching all of it. Very impressive, intelligent, and well spoken woman.

[@RootWB]

Boy, she is whip smart. Nice to listen to someone so articulate.

[@igorschmidlapp6987]

She has a Computer Science degree from U.C.L.A.

[@boruff68]

I actually learned something new from her during this interview about how YOUNG people in Hollywood and fame get delusional.

[@justinestes6400]

@@boruff68 I don't think its delusional. They are being manipulated for someone else's gain. Once the gain is achieved they are disposable.

[@donnacarr3782]

I would love to sit down and just have a conversation with her! What intelligence!!💕💕

[@eriklarson9137]

@@igorschmidlapp6987 A degree automatically makes someone smart. Oh wait...

[@jeffbeck3770]

Man, Thursday nights on NBC in the 80s. "The Cosby Show" "Family Ties" "Cheers" "Night Court" and "Hill Street Blues" - never before and never again will there be a lineup like that. Nice to see she's remained healthy, stable and herself. She and her cast-mates brought me a lot of laughs when I was a kid. She strikes me as someone who never tried to use the, "Do you know who I am?" line to get her way.

[@kaysnyder5640]

Well, NBC had a great line up but....the 70's Saturday night CBS All in the Family, Jeffersons, Mary Tyler Moore, Bob Newhart, Carol Burnett was pretty darn good. And I love her! She's so articulate and real.

[@TrickShepherd]

A different time. People still had shared experiences then still. Where are people now on a Thursday evening; split up a thousand different ways.

[@jgarrison1309]

Excellent evening of television!

[@janinecarey-bourke7144]

It’s refreshing to see an actor who looks like a real person 😊💕.

[@sainttrunks1982]

Her before the drugs kzbin.info/www/bejne/h36ZgKqsatlqosU

[@ravenesqueone3033]

A real person who looks 20 years older than they are.

[@jakeboss1655]

Yeah, but does she still get acting jobs?

[@sainttrunks1982]

@@jakeboss1655 Haha hahaha

[@scandmaster]

My mother is 76 and has not a single wrinkle in her face. All natural, no plastic surgery, just been eating healthy food, Glas of wine a day, workout 4 times a week and thinking positive. And to be honest doesn't look a day older than Justin. Does that mean that my mother probably isn't a real person? So a person should look like Ramses III mummy in order to be classified as a real person. Sorry, but at 54 today, an avarage normal healthy person should look better. Not in terms of look itself, because everyone has a personal taste. But overall from biological and medical point of view.

[@TheBoss-jf6de]

She’s incredibly impressive. Both she and her brother are pretty remarkable. Both are talented and so well-spoken, which is rather rare in entertainment these days. I love listening to her recalling her life’s experiences. Pretty cool actually.

[@Sbannmarie]

agreed

[@nobody1847]

And they had a narcissitic agent father.

[@angelalove7018]

I love her beauty, inside and out. It's sooooo obvious that she never went the path most taken by famous ppl. The unfortunate side of fame. Stay kind and honest girl!

[@davidcaldwell3526]

A lot of people seems fixated on her looks, but I'm amazed how articulate she is.

[@CoolGobyFish]

probably because she looked "normal" just a few years ago. the difference in her looks is shocking. drugs or eating disorder?

[@vanmoody]

She is right about these tumor videos. It is so gross, but you can't look away.

[@iroznewr]

Articulate? NM.

[@srldwg]

David Caldwell I agree completely!

[@emh8861]

@@CoolGobyFish Could be menopause. It ages women.

[@sandragrant8271]

She's all natural and lovely. There's dignity in that.

[@calebproductions5970]

It's a he.

[@belaireguy4117]

She has not aged well.

[@RockinDaBoombox]

She is 54. Not 64. This is not natural aging. The people saying she looks her age and natural are the ones making people like me comment about her looks. Please stop. Thanks.

[@ms.marnie]

Time has not been kind..but..she doesnt get work done like everyone else so she is all natural

[@ltldoc2011]

@@RockinDaBoombox Nobody is making you comment about her looks other than you, so that's a cop-out

[@user-hm5zb1qn6g]

Depressing how many people are piling on about the looks of a 54-year-old woman, who has very interesting things to say about the perils of faded fame. I bet it's a great book. But no wonder so many of our sisters, daughters and other loved ones feel pressured to carve up their faces to fit widespread(?) notions of beauty and self-worth.

[@yascab6453]

I believe it’s also drugs correct me if I’m wrong but when a person abuses drugs their skin to age as they get older. She has earned her years and owning it. I love the Micheal J. Fox,Jason Bateman, Courtney Cox she was at 2 great shows, Rob Lowe, forgive but the doctor who played on Greys Anatomy, John Cusack, his sister, Sarah Jesika Parker, Mathew Broderick, Duckie from Pretty n pink, Molly Rigwald, Anthony Micheal Hall, etc, . Wonderful teenage film actors whose career has sky rock it and been in this business and are grounded.

[@KatieKamala]

Exactly, I am the same age and doing my best to take care of myself and radiate inner beauty and kindness and not obsess over getting a few wrinkles.

[@michellerjackson5776]

@@KatieKamala ABSOLUTELY. Inner beauty shines through to the exterior🌷

[@mojavewolf1]

yandrsupreme I think she had an eating disorder in the past . ?? But yes she is very thin . That’s what is aging her .

[@annat4014]

I really loved this interview. Justine is an intelligent and grown up woman’s. I am an older woman and most times no one notices me. What do us older women no anyway, we no plenty. Age is only a number all we want is respect. Be kind to everyone life is short.😘🦋🌻

[@annbelmonti3737]

She sounds like an honest friend. Not many people to give clear headed guidance on this topic. Well done.

[@s.r.9320]

She's lovely and self-aware, so intelligent. So glad I stumbled on this tonight.

[@lavoixdevelours]

I enjoyed listening to what she had to say. She's a gem.

[@ZulcanPrime]

She is a lovely genuine woman who is an actress. This is rare to see in Hollywood today.

[@kimberlylusby3365]

yes she very beautiful

[@ldcharper8536]

I agree

[@KatieKamala]

She is refreshing and intelligent and has written an important book about not seeking fame for fame's sake. If you are a talented in the arts and you become famous that's one thing but to crave and pursue it for it's own sake is folly.

[@Kat-of2uh]

She’s someone I would want to be friends with, genuinely.

[@lorrainebettencourt7972]

Love that

[@iroznewr]

I agree.

[@chrisrandall2710]

Me too, But she might talk too much....

[@vernaharris4700]

She seems like a genuine person.

[@anonymouse5910]

@@chrisrandall2710 considering the quality of her content, I'd worry that perhaps it wouldn't be enough

[@Rightlydividing-wx1xb]

Anyone who speaks truth is beautiful, an endangered species if you will!

[@vernaharris4700]

Agree.

[@mousse4444]

Love her and her brother. She is so smart, I could listen to her for hours.

[@picardy7488]

And she has a computer science degree from UCLA

[@electricviolin]

I remember seeing Ms Bateman at a small Whole Foods in the late 90's. I was stricken by how well she blended in with the crowd. As tempted as I was greet her, I could see she wasn't about that life so I left her be.

[@Maki-00]

Electric Violin Lady Good move!

[@kelleychicago8969]

10 mins in & had to stop to order her book. I find her to be the antithesis of any other actor/actress, in the most flattering way.

[@cindila2000]

Maybe that's exactly how lots of actors are behind the forced reality of their fame? Isn't that her whole message? That there is a human beings that fame with talents a virtues unseen..

[@beverleysteele1106]

i love Justine hasn't fallen victim to plastic surgery,a beautiful woman aging gracefully and naturally i was shocked that i was shocked to see a natural woman on camera,i love how smart and eloquent she is and level headed and i love her sensibility also her brother is one of my favorite male actors his comedic timing is fantastic

[@sharonsanangelo5849]

I’m reading the book right now. What a fascinating, unique individual. I love the way she sees things. As a female person approaching age 60, I can really appreciate her views and opinions about society and aging. I hope she writes more.

[@MT_7284E]

How beautiful is it that she's remained natural and when she gives that genuine inside out smile, you can literally still see that cute 20 something year old beaming through.

[@WhatPlantisthatPaul]

What an articulate human. I enjoyed hearing her experiences.

[@realtalkwithLorin]

Just because she hasn't had surgeries and Botox, she's scary? That's sad. She's beautiful and intelligent.

[@heatherwhittaker6169]

She did not age well, and it's insulting to her and us to claim she is beautiful..I'm sure she would see through you.

[@sebastiaanvanwater]

She looks sick and unhealthy. Some age well, others don't.

[@dahulkters1]

sebastiaanvanwater I bet you don’t look no better, your obsession with her looks is what she was talking about

[@llgz4215]

that thinking is demonic and scary. She was so beautiful, and it's in pictures, so everyone knows. so she can chill and be natural- as everyone Should be, if not for angst.

[@KatieKamala]

I agree. The forever youthful mage society expects as we age is unattainable because if you get cosmetic work done you are criticized for being insecure and looking fake. If you don't you are called scary and old. As women we can't win the public opinion so we have to have self esteem regardless and walk our own path with confidence, not caring about the herd mentality.

[@txspacemom765]

Larry King is 86 and no one makes rude comments so stop bashing her! She is lovely!

[@slimlouis6441]

Heather Morehouse Dude! People have been ripping on Larry King for 25 years on his “crypt keeper” looks and the shoulders. Where you been?

[@txspacemom765]

@@slimlouis6441 Men do NOT get the flack women get for their looks, at all. And I grew up watching him, so I have been here.

[@p0llenp0ny]

@@txspacemom765 lol you've clearly never worked in a predominantly male environment.

[@txspacemom765]

@@p0llenp0ny I was in the Navy so thanks!

[@djr6876]

Heather your right, men dont get as much flack for their looks, but LK has had plenty. Id also say that the worst critics of women’s looks are other women. IMO

[@JA-SF2TX]

I had the biggest crush on her when I was a kid and it's refreshing to see her still as beautiful as ever. She's real, highly intelligent, reasonable and experienced.

[@MaleOrderBride]

Wow. She is awesome. Such a smart lady. I love how she has not become a typical plastic Hollywood clone too!

[@vernaharris4700]

Plastic, hollywood clone.😅lol

[@walterlundy723]

Man what I would give to go back to my innocence of the 80's, but make all the right decisions

[@shigeolincolntaco]

Welcome to another episode of “where quarantine has led me today”

[@linneytoo]

shigeolincolntaco I’m right here with ya!

[@martinmoreno3015]

😁

[@rrp2600]

Haha. I see your point. But I did not need quarantine to send me down some strange youtube rabbit holes that make me question how I spend my time.

[@Sbannmarie]

yep

[@ronaldjoseph4425]

Oh, I agree....

[@nazb33]

What an amazing interviewee. She is fantastic. She looks so great. Her energy is vibrant. Wow, I'd not seen her since Family Ties. She feels like the kind of person everyone should have in their lives.

[@patchlindy]

Wow, I don’t think I’ve ever seen her do a full on interview like that before, so I’m so glad she did it now because we all get to really know how accomplished, intelligent, well-read, and articulate she is. I’ve heard before she had gone through a really rough time in her personal life, both during and after Family Ties...but now I am very interested in how she describes it in her new book. It’s fascinating to hear her talk about it here. Congratulations, Justine!!

[@saxmidiman]

"More importantly, when did I discover that other people couldn't do that?" I Love this Lady!!!

[@talbensimhon]

The more you watch, the more beautiful, healthy and charming she appears

[@tracymorgan5386]

I agree.

[@anthonycooper3938]

EXACTLY!

[@lynnettedelgadoNYC]

Ok, I'm going to try.

[@mikekillagreen9432]

She looks bad but not as bad as Larry King looks now. Lol

[@otisyoungblood]

She looks like she chain smokes amd drinks are you kidding me look she looks 70 years old

[@darkfeather6857]

I'm glad she hasn't pumped her face full of that junk like all the other actresses over twenty-five.

[@RussellBarth]

no she has just been pumping her body full of nicotine which destroys elastin which is why she looks old for her age Tobacco, kids.... not even once....

[@msjannd4]

@@RussellBarth 🤔

[@SmartRobot-wc2fb]

@@RussellBarth I agree...she could've taken care of her face/neck and skin way better...she looks old for her age...her body seems ok though...nevertheless, she seems more deep and thorough than most of celebrities...it's sad she quit acting because the industry needs people like her...she was talented and could've evolved tremendously as an actress...

[@andshewas296]

I know imagine how she would look with duck lips and fillers. She`s extremely intelligent and a natural beauty.

[@SmartRobot-wc2fb]

@@andshewas296 She wouldn't need duck lips or fillers...just a great face and neck rejuvenation/lifting, a great moisturizer and hair treatment...

[@traceyyeoman8391]

At last an intelligent famous person. Very interesting what she has to say.

[@srldwg]

She is! And thank you for focusing on that instead of her appearance like so many others have in this comment section! She has many insightful and interesting things to say here!

[@chrysichrysi7889]

True. Although I will say (and I'm just purely speculating here) that it's sad that she perhaps felt she needed to neglect/sacrifice her beauty in order to be seen/heard/taken seriously as an intellectual woman and not just ditzy "Malory" from "Family Ties". Not even her eyebrows are done. Her appearance DOES speek volumes whether one wants to hear it or not. And it also DOES speak volumes about the psychological/emotional impact fame had on her as a young woman in Hollywood.🤷‍♀️

[@AgathaG1692]

Love her wisdom, her perspective, her willingness to put her real self out there. How refreshing and inspiring. She's the anti-Kardashian. Girls: Go into the world and be a Justine!

[@dudehere1100]

I would love to see her on Ozark, even if its just a cameo role.

[@Animals_1970]

Steven Chagnon me too!!!!!!!!!

[@rexdby2984]

Steven Chagnon Ooooh. Great idea!

[@frankpitochelli6786]

...here, here..!👍

[@charlottebrown6656]

YES. Was looking foward to it. !

[@maxinef6654]

Love ❤️ that show. Can’t wait for season 4.

[@riase]

I wish there would be more smart celebrities like Justine, and less vapid ones who have nothing to say.

[@KatieKamala]

I agree and that is probably why she quit and focused on her mind and other interests.

[@Sunny-sy2xl]

Boy, if that isn’t the truth!!

[@CikisHelyzet]

I'm sure there are plenty intelligent ppl in the industry but that's not what makes you famous in entertainment. For the longest time ppl like Geena Davis were also labelled as flaky actors, and not known to be smart enough to be Mensa material.

[@Debbiesdilemmas]

rias she’s so completely different from her Mallory Keaton character. They often say it takes someone intelligent to play someone so slow. I guess this was the case with her.😊

[@ChristineLoABCBachelorette]

shes "smart" in the way people who drop lsd are "smart". I find her diatribes trite and boring

[@bojack40]

She seems very cool. Too smart for that industry.

[@Piwork69]

bojack40 You think?

[@Thekateodriscoll]

Yes agree

[@RobertJohnson-mn3br]

She’s an icon. Loved her as Mallory on family ties. Wish her all the best.

[@Decgyrrl]

At first, I was taken aback with how she looked; but after listening to her, I respect her staying true to herself. Great job Justine 🧡👍🏼✌🏽

[@skippyjonjones7761]

I have to say I am surprised. This is a great interview. I thought she was going to be another bitter or messed up celebrity. She is articulate, thought provoking and honest. I will probably get her book

[@SonjaDawn]

She is open and intelligent and unafraid to speak about what matters, thanks for sharing Justine.

[@caliluv6650]

Loved her then, love her now. A true gem of a human being.

[@heathermorris9956]

Shes so articulate! Who gives a crap about her looks! She was an idol when i was a child...now as an adult for a more genuine reason. Kudos to her :)

[@Ddmw471]

The comments here are exactly why so many women are doing botox and other fillers. We forgot what natural aging look like in women.

[@daddyschoc]

My sister is 56 and the other is 54 neither look like that. Naturally some of us arent used to ppl aging that way. And it seriously looks like drug use not aging.

[@mtinsfsd]

she may have gotten a lot of sun and went through a lot of stress. she looks beautiful. she has been through a lot. God bless her. she does not look bad at all, but very natural and beautiful. God bless her. But, for the grace of God there went any of us having to have our lives scrutinized in a glass house.

[@Ddmw471]

@@daddyschoc every one is different. Some of the women i went to school with look years older some younger its genetic..to declare that some you don't know is on drugs is a stretch and also quite disrespectful..

[@ceceiliataylor7848]

Nah nah, something is wrong unless she's in her 80's or 90's. Whatever age she is glad she alive.

[@tammyburton8268]

Right the frick on! There should be no shame in aging!

[@sam60727]

I've always appreciated her ease of presence; it's calming.

[@themaggattack]

So true. Even as Mallory.

[@waynethera2712]

Beautiful, subtle comment

[@MsMelindarobbins]

The disparaging comments illustrate her entire premise. She is amazing, possessing very high emotional intelligence usually uncommon in high IQ people.

[@mcmacshalfilya]

That's a brilliant observation. You are PRETTY AMAZING yourself! PRETTY and AMAZING I should say..

[@eddierosa250]

Jude, you needed to take a deep and lengthy look in the mirror before writing what you did because good looks isn’t a strong asset of yours. Your insecurities and inferiority is showing.

[@MsMelindarobbins]

Jerry Donahue, go ahead and google “emotional intelligence”. It is relevant. Also, how is it that being Jewish somehow explains her feelings on fame and all the trappings?

[@latentsea]

If you have no control over your emotion, then you are not being “emotionallly intelligent”

[@shaunsteele6926]

yes, the problem is Hollywood doesn't care about your IQ. It only cares about your sex appeal.

[@markcolley1914]

Wow,what a intellectual and beautiful person

[@michaelreilly3513]

AN* intellectual not A intellectual. Say it out loud and perhaps this will help.

[@cruisecbrklyn]

yeah Larry King still has it!

[@litote9]

What a patronising comment, just because she has aged badly.

[@michaelbelt8768]

I find her incredibly attractive and surprisingly wise.

[@PattiFinn]

I always liked Justine, she just seemed like someone you’d like to know and hang out with...a friend.

[@veltonmeade1057]

Same here, I have always liked her. She reminds me of my sister.

[@androidboxxx1023]

She's the whole package!! Love her.

[@barcode7866]

It's a sad sign of the times, when superficial fake plastic beauty is what is pleasing as opposed to real women with inner beauty poise and grace with an articulation concise succinct and relevant

[@wobu5361]

It’s really not thought of of as pleasing though because it’s almost always too much or done so late in age, so most people just just cringe at the result.

[@callynt]

Oh wow...Justine! Just brings back memories. Those shocked by her appearance, so was I. Then I took a closer look, and she's at peace. Her expression, her eyes...this is a happy woman who has lived. We should all be so lucky.

[@joleerinehardt2676]

people are so used to seeing stars that have had plastic surgery and botox . To see someone that looks natural for their age is odd to them . Look at Kristy Brinkley she has had so much done she does not look real any more . Women think they are supposed to look like that at 63

[@mississippimud7046]

She is an intelligent woman who understands self actualization and she can not be phony to please others .

[@harpervalleypeeteeay9708]

She's 54, natural, and lovely.

[@R0yL33]

52

[@RB-tx4mn]

@@R0yL33 no. She's 54.

[@R0yL33]

@@RB-tx4mnThe interview was done in 2018 (see description). She was born in 66.

[@maxinef6654]

Wow I thought she was in her 60s. Ouch!

[@hendrikje5952]

April May Maybe you should get out more.

[@publiusvelocitor4668]

This is why famous people should have pets. Pets don't know or care that you're famous, or no longer famous. They treat you the same either way. It would be a very grounding thing for somebody whose reality is shifting.

[@bluecollarlit]

You make a very good point. My grand ebony cat agrees.

[@geraldfrank1630]

The world needs more ppl like Justine. 👌👏👏🙏

[@DrewWasMe]

She is a lovely erudite woman, and I hope she is happy and healthy and fulfilled with her life.

[@63artemisia63]

If Justine was a man she would still be famous, *if* she wanted to be. I’m glad she’s writing and directing. We always need more great women in those fields. Looking forward to seeing more of her work.

[@KVergot]

Very well spoken. Very well adjusted. One of the most grounded famous people I have ever heard speak about the topic of fame.

[@monroeboy80]

I purchased and read the book. What a great read. It really takes you through all the stages of fame. After reading the book one would never want to pursue fame for fame's sake . This book should be a prerequisite read for any future actor, singer, reality star, etc. One will truly understand after reading how much the cycle of fame and fame itself is unreal. Almost elusive. Any future child star should definitely have this read to them by any prospective agents, managers, and even their parents!

[@magma9138]

So intelligent, so articulate! She is a gem. Thank you!

[@globalwarmhugs7741]

I have so much admiration for this woman. She's intelligent, strong, and a great role model to young women. She has refused to turn plastic, as have her contemporaries. I wish people would see past that. Anyone who criticizes her is extremely shallow. Listen to her words, all of you stone throwers.

[@jaimhaas5170]

Thank you for being one of the strong people to speak up here. People need to shut up and listen for a change.

[@globalwarmhugs7741]

@@jaimhaas5170 I felt the need. People are horrible, aren't they? Thus far, every comment besides ours have been a perfect learning opportunity for my three strong, intelligent daughters.

[@jaimhaas5170]

@@globalwarmhugs7741 it's really a decline in manners. Just like people who are looking down at their phones all the time and will not even say thank you to someone holding a door for them. I often see younger 30ish women being the absolute worst.

[@216Numbskull]

@Global Warmhugs, Right On! I agree TY, she's keeping it real not faking the funk! She went through a period of anorexia, which having that disorder alone ages you with the constant purging and deficiency in vitamins Overcoming that she's done TV,Movies,Theater,Writer of books & scripts,Producer,Director,Clothing Co.,degree in Computer Science, and is a licensed pilot. Oh, also a millionaire! So, people can throw all the stones they want, but there only going to bounce back and hit themselves in the head.

[@jaimhaas5170]

@@216Numbskull well stated and thought out. I wish I would see more comments that show critical thinking skills as you have demonstrated here.

[@Czechbound]

A very interesting individual. Obviously extremely smart, and a very good communicator. She makes very good points.

[@misskitty4296]

I never buy celebrity books, but this seems a little deeper, like there might be a lesson in there for all of us! I think I’ll have have to pick this book up! Good interview!

[@hfortenberry]

Wow, I feel old seeing Justine in her middle years. I used to watch Family Ties every week back in high school and it feels like such a short time ago but it was 30 years ago. I'm in my 50's now and it feels like a time warp thinking back to that time. I am really enjoying listening to her. She's very intelligent. I think Larry did not quite follow everything she was saying, lol.

[@calisongbird]

Yep. He wasn’t as smart as she clearly is.

[@brandon2559]

The 80's really was a unique time in history, wasn't it? A fleeting time in history that one had to be there to fully appreciate.

[@kevinscheuller8656]

Great interview. Always liked Justine Bateman.

[@marilyncocozzatrillo1534]

So refreshing to hear a “celebrity” who is an articulate thinker; it is sadly a rare occurrence.

[@brandonm5165]

I’d love to listen to her any day compared to the Kardashians

[@jessicajones7997]

I love her inner strength and wisdom, she is flower that bloomed

[@StephaniRoberts]

I've always loved Justine. So cool to see her reflective and introspective side shine through here. She's someone I'd love to have cup of coffee with, no loss for a great conversation with depth and wit!!

[@NomadLife777]

A friend told me about Justine’s new book that came out in (now) 2021, called “FACE -One Square Foot of Skin”. It’s a fascinating book about society’s negative attitude toward “older” faces,-and how-Justine writes, we should embrace confidence in our age and not let society destroy women (and men), over one square four of skin. This lead me to research her other book (discussed here), and came across this interview. Justine is an icon and an inspiration for my aging (naturally) 48 year old FACE! Forever a fan!

[@sassysandie2865]

Funny that her role as Mallory was that she wasn’t very bright but she seems very intelligent and well spoken.

[@kaleidoscopeeyes1184]

*makes dramatic flourish* ACTING!!!

[@AngelaMastrodonato]

I’ve heard the ditzy characters are played by the smartest actors because playing dumb actually requires intelligence apparently. Another example is Ashton Kutcher is seemingly smart and that’s how he could convincingly play Kelso. Or Lisa Kudrow was really bright to pull of Phoebe.

[@u235u235u235]

@@AngelaMastrodonato no

[@sophiejensen3484]

sandramA heynemana I agree that’s she natural and simply lovely. But as an eating disorder therapist, I can see she struggles. There’s a very specific look that I can identify. My heart goes out to her and hopefully she gets some help. There’s natural but there’s also healthy. 🙏🏻

[@saranmayo1376]

I don't think she looks sick. She looks like a strong woman for her age. Film/Video can be unforgiving. In person, she will look different. And, I think we are so used to seeing women in their 50s, who've had so much "work" done that we don't know what a natural 50 year old face looks like.

[@thedemonnemo]

Agreed if she had never been famous and just met her out walking her dog you would likely be impressed by her intellect and her fitness and think she looked good for a woman post 50.

[@junehulbert2337]

Yes. Thank you.

[@deekaye25]

I think you need to take off your blinders!

[@BlackPanther-vk5ew]

True.....she's also lost alot of weight.

[@tgwoolshire]

Actually she would look even skinnier. The camera adds 10 pounds. Anyone in TV knows that.

[@conuregirl007]

Very intelligent and down to earth with a good grasp on her self and the world around her. Admirable.

[@bethhinde7990]

She's a lovely articulate woman! I'll be buying her book!

[@vaunmalone3064]

I always loved Mallory! justine is so natural and unaffected - she's real! She is very grounded and smart! 😀😀

[@beverlyboo9075]

Somebody needs to interview Larry lol... He's gonna live forever. He's been married 8 times, I know he's got a story to tell.

[@mrsrae3388]

What an articulate and insightful woman! I would like to read her book

[@LadyMissNeptune]

I like her a lot. She exudes so much class and confidence. A very sensible and honest lady with nothing to prove.

[@krissisu1111]

JB is the dopest, coolest person. Hope she writes more books.

[@maryblooms4599]

Why are people complaining about her looks? I mean she is going to be a senior citizen next year. It is ok to look like one.

[@kevinbrown5772]

Im 54 and im no senior citizen

[@vs52217]

54 is not a senior citizen

[@maryblooms4599]

Most places give you a “senior” discount at 55. I don’t make the rules. Lol

[@jcat1507]

I guess they are offering senior discounts at certain places at 55 so I get what you are saying, but I consider 62 and up senior. And a lot of 62-70 year old seniors I know even seem too young to be called a senior! Your age is just a number these days.

[@vs52217]

@Cindy Who I'm older than she is and I look much younger.

[@Memerewendy]

absolutely love her intelligence, honesty and personality... Go girl

[@kathyh4804]

She’s so right about the “talent” of today.... they have none Basically it’s who you know or if you will sell your soul for 15 seconds of “fame”

[@mjohnson1741]

Yep, good ole nepotism or you have to have a sex tape.

[@tmitchem81]

That's what people said about Stars in the 80s, every generation has this same song, just to a different beat. And every generation keeps proving them wrong. There are talented folks and non talented folks in every generation. It is what it is.

[@liljay216]

Who is she to judge. She just mad because she ain't working as much as her brother

[@shaunsteele6926]

@@tmitchem81 I haven't seen a talented actor under 30 in over a decade. They're only getting hired because of the casting couch

[@hhhh-xb9py]

Intellegent lady...years back she did a movie where she got top billing over julia roberts!!! Goes to show be humble.....love your life

[@lookingforsomethingtodo5394]

hh23 hh23 I loved that movie! It was cheesy, guilty secret fun. Lol

[@jeepluver3195]

Satisfaction

[@warchild9750]

hh23 hh23 the movie is called "satisfaction". it had julia roberts and liam nesson in it.

[@winecrimesfoodandtime7119]

A great movie!

[@purechaos454]

Not a Larry king fan but Justine’s intelligence is interesting

[@brettjamz3]

I love who she is. She is inspiring. It's sad that she is rare and all the fame seekers are the populous.

[@toastoftowne1076]

She looks great and Is refreshingly intelligent.

[@charlenemonique1]

I watched Family Ties back in the day. Her book sounds like it’s going to be a good read🤔❤️❤️

[@TheSacredSight-v6w]

She and Jason are just INCREDIBLE. Brilliant, both of them. I think she’s gorgeous and Jason has been my crush for 35 years!

[@Katwoman4318]

Joanna DeChenne 😢🤣😅😂 I ♥️ Jason too! 😢🤣😅😂♥️

[@jworth7203]

I agree. And somehow they both are very normal, grounded people.

[@d1i2a3n4n5e6]

Sadly we have all forgotten what naturally middle-aged women look like and hold it against them.

[@lovetolearn881]

Thats not natural aging, fir most people at least. She looks very old for her age. I think she has battled an eating disorder.

[@MooJoo5555]

@@kayrorenee2175 ?? how old are you?

[@fancycat]

@@kayrorenee2175 Huge????

[@lilya7110]

Even without enhancements I don’t know many women in their 50s who look as aged as she does. I think the tan, makeup and black clothes are also making her look tired. I don’t get the flower but whatever

[@IndianaRose.]

@@kayrorenee2175 I agree, we have learned so much recently

[@brettjamz3]

Her and Jason have the same sense of humor. Her guilty pleasure seems like something he would also say. Love it

[@Kleineganz]

Strong, intelligent, and articulate. It's good to see Justine again.