Justine Bateman Tells Megyn Kelly About The Pitfalls Of Fame | Megyn Kelly TODAY

Having grown up in the spotlight, writer and actress Justine Bateman uncovers the highs and lows of fame in her new book, “Fame: The Hijacking of Reality.” Bateman joins Megyn Kelly to talk about the book, which Megyn describes as “very unsparing” in regards to details about stardom.
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Justine Bateman Tells Megyn Kelly About The Pitfalls Of Fame | Megyn Kelly TODAY

[@RAYLENE731]

look at her! graduating at 50yrs old with a degree in computer science. So impressed. You go girl!

[@MM-dq2pi]

Especially changing from something so different as acting/directing, so great!

[@renea602]

I said Magen jelly

[@renea602]

Once again hello people

[@gj9933]

It is inspiring as an over 50 myself she got a stem degree! Good she is reinventing herself

[@sandrasanders706]

She was Hillary from the Fresh Prince before there was a Fresh Prince I always love Justine Bateman performances on Family Ties she was such a riot and to see her today doing so marvelously well is a testament to strength way to go Justine

[@HomesteadHopefulTara]

All these women saying she looks older than her age are exactly why women tend to hate each other. You complain about men judging you only for your looks, but you do the same thing to other women. STOP IT!

[@deesee3622]

I think its just jealousy. Being intelligent should be celebrated not hated

[@salgaldenco]

@@rossnr100 Justine looks fine, normal, real. I don't think she had the studio do her makeup for television like Megyn. That's the only difference I see.

[@charlieortiz7971]

I like her but I thought something happened to cause the fast aging

[@aquariusrising7019]

AMEN!

[@michaeljordan6008]

She’s really not that old, but her neck could use some help. She kind of looks like those wack jobs who shop at WholeFoods and make their own clothes out of leaves and tree bark.

[@jrlomy2k]

This is the most honest, intelligent and raw interview Ive ever heard from a celebrity in recent years. What a role model she's become. Kardashians, take note.

[@Sunflo07H]

Totally 👍🏻

[@justineharper3346]

I'm fairly certain my mom got my name from Justine Bateman. Also, the fact that she just now got a degree at 50 gives me hope. I'm 33 and I often feel like I've missed my chance to have a productive life

[@sherrydalton6516]

Girl, 33 is just a baby! I’m 50 & I still feel like I’m maturing & growing every day. You’ve got plenty of time. Also, one person’s opinion of what a productive life & success is, can be totally different from another person’s.

[@sandraarista3121]

I made that mistake, too. Always feeling behind. Don't do it anymore... just some advise from someone 10years older ( I enjoyed the interview as well). Enjoy each moment Justine!! Beautiful name BTW.

[@deenawomack4661]

I loved her name Justine so much that my second daughters middle name is Justine. You do not see the name often.

[@Cutay7BOOTAY]

I just turned 50 as well. At, 33 you still have so much to discover and love! Don’t deny yourself opportunities and don’t let anyone tell you, including yourself, it’s too late❤️

[@Cutay7BOOTAY]

@@sherrydalton6516 yes Girl yes!

[@msbo5171]

So nice to see a 52 year old woman without a facelift, fillers and botox in show biz. Married 17 years, accomplished and confident, no need for a scalpel

[@tinahuttner7280]

Right on✋

[@bellab2919]

Now that a real woman

[@trixiebeldon579]

True, however tweezers and mascara would be ok.

[@catapillargirl2021]

Kim L AMEN! She’s stunning.

[@kayray1111]

My god she doesn't look a day over eighty

[@beckymoran321]

Such a well spoken, intelligent woman!

[@Pinkoflove3]

Even though she doesn’t wear underwear?

[@Therealhtrinity]

Seems incredibly self-aware. ❤️Strong, beautiful and intelligent.

[@beckymoran321]

Charly Moffit I feel sorry for you. I hope you find happiness one day.

[@JanBee1122]

So articulate, I love how self-aware she is. Always liked her. Still do.

[@lcb3129]

Me too

[@markanthonyfuentes4052]

Yes absolutely amazing no botox, no fillers, no facelift...really refreshing realism. Love it!!

[@jtoland2333]

All those accomplishments, including a book with a book with a compelling message, and what are we talking about? Her looks. We ALL age. None of us looks like we did in 1988.

[@AnnaM32474]

Jenniferlyn Toland -lol thankfully not! I was in middle school then. She definitely looks older but I'm so glad she's intelligent and has more to contribute besides some wrinkle cream or fitness DVD!

[@rickyparker4552]

Jenniferlyn Toland I DO!!!!! Actually I look even BETTER now cause I weigh more not that sickly skinny boy before and I still have ALL my hair! I'm actually BETTER looking NOW! I'm 52 by the way and I'm male. me and Justine are the SAME age!

[@micks336]

I'm taller lol

[@ThrivolousZ]

I was 14 back in 1988. I don't know if I still have a hope of getting married at 44. But I certainly won't looking like a 14 year old.

[@patrickserrano5797]

But we like to talk about then and now. We see so we think automatically about looks, that doesn't mean that we find everything else about her not relevant

[@baileywengerherrera6185]

I love how normal she looks. So different from the women on that side of Hollywood, who are trying everything they can to look younger longer. She's a strong, beautiful woman.

[@bdiaz6081]

Normal?!! She looks like a heroine addict! 😩

[@Nikki30288]

BDiaz I didn't want to say it.... But yes I agree.. 😔

[@tinahuttner7280]

Rather have her look like she does then having her look like botoxed to death and not have her own personality.

[@jennleader111706]

Bailey Wenger o was thinking the same thing. She’s beautiful!

[@indirageer4163]

O please she looks old truthfully

[@lorie-harleyflinchum4726]

To this day, because of Alex teaching Mallory how to study for a test, I still know that SCUBA stands for Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus !!!! Loved Family Ties!

[@Alw71238]

Lol!! Me too!

[@kelleychicago8969]

Me Three!!!! ( I'm saying it in my head right now )

[@dennisjr77]

Lol, I loved when Alex helped Mallories bf Nick study!! Those were some comedic gems!

[@nula14]

Oh my God! Me, too! I was actually thinking about that just 10 minutes ago!

[@bethhinde7990]

Same here!!

[@413riley]

She sounds like a confident, intelligent, happy and well adjusted person. We should all be so fortunate.

[@jamesanthony5681]

Fortunate? I hope my granddaughter does not become anorexic or bulimic. Bulimia will rot your teeth, adversely impact your internal organs, and along with anorexia, will destroy your looks.

[@alissa2222]

@@jamesanthony5681 you realize that Justine has addressed her problems with past eating disorders. that was almost 30 years ago.

[@ShiningLight411]

It never fails. Women are always REDUCED to how we look, no matter what age.

[@taoist32]

Stephanie King-Morson By other women.

[@indirageer4163]

That’s not true, she actually does look really old for her age

[@auntielisalisabopeepsa]

Stephanie King-Morson I couldn’t agree more. My mom (God rest her soul) always worried about her looks. I did too for years. I’m still a girly girl but since 2014 I’ve been battling stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Lost my hair everywhere. It’s slowly growing back but I’m still me on the inside. Free to be me. Thankful to still be alive 🦋

[@talksolot]

+taoist40 and men

[@beths3288]

Indira Geer Vincent Cuttolo 1. She does not look really old for her age. 2. What frigging difference does it make? You express the exact sentiment to which Stephanie King-Morson is alluding. People have more value than how they look, as a matter of fact, how you look is way down on the list of qualities that make you valuable. And if you don't know that yet, you are going to have a really difficult time aging. No matter what you do, you will never be able to compete with, nor have equal value with, those who are younger than you because you value something you can never hold on to. How someone "looks for their age" is not worth mentioning.

[@ellenbedford3888]

What great accomplishments! Down to earth and very comfortable with herself.

[@garyenwards1608]

whatta crackhead

[@bobbeaumont324]

Ellen Bedford Agreed

[@Sides3Sides]

One thing about her: the camera always loves her. She was the cool girl to me then, and way, way more so now. 😍

[@littlebird6543]

Love how she has let herself age naturally such an intelligent an open minded person who truly needs more recognition for her work on screen and behind the screen

[@aliwooz913]

Better than looking like a bloated dead person like most of Hollywood

[@nicktoll9774]

An extremely intelligent, well-rounded, and down-to-earth woman with tremendous awareness (self awareness and otherwise) -- offering some great words of advice. I think I'll be getting her book!

[@garyenwards1608]

whatta crackhead

[@dtroia62]

Me to I luv Justine

[@tubester4567]

Justine is awesome but I think she has struggled with drug addiction.

[@wallysmomma7870]

She said it perfectly can’t wait to get her book

[@Aluapay]

She is still beautiful, and she has expressions on her face, it's not all frozen like alot of actresses her age.

[@redael81]

A lot not alot

[@herewegokids7]

Thats the good part. She does look older than her age but shed look WORSE with plastic surgery

[@MiamiPush2theLimit]

Aluapay she looks very old.

[@MTknitter22]

Aluapay ...or like Megyn’s who face is so odd now.

[@PinkBow0676]

redael, who cares how they spelled it.

[@sgd.6830]

Please remember this is probably what 52 really looks like, a beautiful talented women, a long marriage, children and a degree @ 50. Hollywood gives us a false look at age and life. You’re amazing 🥰🥰

[@abelmontalvo4052]

Take a look at Jennifer Connelly she's 52 years old right now and she looks really great

[@MothGirl007]

This is NOT what 52 really looks like unless you abused your body for years, which she did - she looks much, much older than her age and it's ridiculous if anyone thinks this is normal looking for 52.

[@abelmontalvo4052]

@@MothGirl007 probably her DNA what else could it be and I know her brother doesn't look as old as she does and they're not too far apart

[@dianneb7316]

@@MothGirl007 I agree. I believe she was/is a smoker. This is not what normal 50's looks like for many in this time. Also, she is 57 not 52. I know many women over 50 and they still look like they are in their 30's. They stay out of the sun/workout and eat healthy. It really makes a difference.

[@MothGirl007]

@@dianneb7316 It makes a difference for sure. I know she's 57 now, but at the time of this interview she was 52. She had a very serious eating disorder for decades and never mentions that on these shows she goes on - that is one of the main reasons she looks so old, imho.

[@jasminejones9058]

She's a gorgeous person inside and out

[@kellyfeverxo]

I'm so glad she didn't get plastic surgery and chose to age gracefully. She's still super cute and will always be one of the coolest 80's girls!

[@WaterspoutsOfTheDeep]

Wtf? Age gracefully? She hasn't aged gracefully, she looks like she does drugs. There is no way she doesn't drink and smoke for one.

[@rickallen6378]

Gracefully? Take another look. No need to look like a hag.

[@jaimeanita5501]

She looks fine, she is just wearing no makeup under studio lights, I’d like to see anyone, celebrity or people making crude comments have the balls to do the same.

[@Tweedlededumdum]

19dan99 she’s 52 and I was shocked by her appearance also because she was so beautiful and unique looking on family ties!

[@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937]

She looks like you're everyday Hollywood aging transvestite. They get the surgeries when they're younger. Spend some time with real people.

[@Onelightoftheworld]

Watch your words, for they will be the fruit you eat. How someone looks has nothing to do with what they've contributed to this world!

[@reginafallangie2867]

A. L., physical beauty fades. Dumb is forever. True beauty comes from within and I think she’s fabulous!

[@indirageer4163]

What has she contributed to the world though??

[@lightoflife7795]

@@reginafallangie2867 thank you Judge Judy 😎.

[@Onelightoftheworld]

@@reginafallangie2867 - that was very well said, and it's the truth! Thank you.

[@evetteclay4826]

A. L. No one said it did...

[@Floatingaccidentallike]

She's actually quite beautiful. Natural, Intelligent and well rounded.

[@Floatingaccidentallike]

@Scott Smith Natural, raw beauty. She is herself and has no interest in being what anyone else wants her to be. You can clearly see she has had an adventurous life with ups and downs and has her wits. I must be in your opinion and that's ok.

[@rahimmitchu2213]

@Scott Smith 🤣🤣🤣😩😩😩

[@nik1128]

Stop lying.

[@Floatingaccidentallike]

@@nik1128 I rarely do and this would not be the time I would be.

[@tuutts39]

I’m so proud of her. Beauty AND brains.

[@thangvuong9196]

Not gonna lie, I'm a little shocked at how she looks, but this also exposes the rampant use of plastic surgery in Hollywood that has created these unrealistic expectations of how people should look.

[@katherinecruz3849]

I agree, there's clearly more to know regarding how she's aged so aggressively.

[@augustal4243]

Thang Vuong ..... she truly looks like she didn't take care of herself Tom Cruise is much older than her and he looks about 40 years younger than her

[@fundies2]

But this is NOT how people should look. It should not be one extreme to another.

[@natashab3412]

Aug Ust hes had work done on hos face! She just looks tired here is all

[@stompboxcoverband9404]

Not being mean or judge mental or petty, but I was also shocked how she looks. She looks more like early 60's than early 50's. I can still see Mallory in there but I was shocked.

[@lc11214]

I still watch Family Times online. I miss 80s shows; they were heartwarming and hilarious.

[@i.1213]

Exactly! They were a pleasure to watch and listen to. Today’s it’s all about murders and gruesome things, even in prime time, when kids are watching.

[@tracydoverspike5255]

I wondered what happened to her and I'm very pleased that she's so smart and has had a great life outside of Hollywood. She's very well spoken.

[@natalieohlsson7777]

I’ve been saying this for years. Fame is such an allusion and actually a trap in a lot of ways. It makes me so sad to see so many people so obsessed with it as if it’s the means to an end and it’s not! I wish everybody happiness, health, and success, whatever that looks like to you. Lots of love

[@glenfernandes5248]

In a normal distribution of things, as all things are.. some will be the chosen ones, whether you chase it or not..

[@karenkramer3760]

Love you Justine. You're so talented and down to earth. Such a great combination. About 20 years ago we went trick or treating to your house in Toluca Lake. You had a half black mask on and you were sitting outside. I remember how nice you were to my 5 yr. old son. And I thought the same thing then that I do now. You were and still are so beautiful, talented, down to earth, and friendly.

[@enmenergy]

so sweet

[@dennisjr77]

Awesome!!!!

[@pamela0673]

She's a highly educated woman who looks awesome!! She isn't disfunctional like many child stars. You're never too old to learn. A great role-model for mature women. 💜💙 Her brother also has a great sense of humour.

[@dee7106]

Right both siblings are awesome

[@pwk22]

Echoing the below, it's wonderful to see confident women that don't need to have their faces cut. If you're 55, it really is okay to look 55.

[@beckywood3]

We barely know what that is anymore!! I wish more actresses and models would let it happen.

[@mobutter2879]

pwk22 She ageing just fine, she’s just a little under weight and dehydrated. Her arms are amazing..she’s probably on of those people that take on projects and lose themselves.

[@_AnniesDragon_]

I commend her for accepting aging,not easy to do for anyone, especially for those who are defined by it in the entertainment industry. Says a lot about her character and strength.

[@DavidThomas-tw6my]

She’s smart and inspirational and together not letting age be a barrier and also proving that we all have many careers in us.

[@cosettelaplante699]

Justine Bateman, unlike Mallory Keaton, could hold her own in a debate with Alex P Keaton (MJF).

[@janetsplanet2947]

So she's not dolling herself up with tons of makeup and hiding behind a mask. So she's not obsessing over having to have her teeth that "fake" white that everybody has to have. If she's happy embracing her 50s as a natural woman then I'm happy for her. I just turned 49 and I'm sick and tired of feeling like I have to be ashamed of my teeth because they are a tad bit yellow or feeling like I have to flat iron my naturally curly hair cause everyone has straight shiny hair. Enough already! I'm tired of all the maintenance. I'm leaving my hair Curley and walking around with a huge smile!

[@arabesquejacob8176]

Janet's Planet Go girl! Enjoy your beautiful curls, be a lion 🦁 and roar! Five years ago I freed myself from chemical straighteners. Now, I'm all natural and I love my hair, I feel like it's the real me. I am comfortable with myself, if others don't like it, well, tough! Be You! 😘

[@NDtee]

That’s right! Embrace yourself! I started experiencing hair loss a few years ago and decided to just cut it off instead of opting for wigs and weaves and treatments. After that I stopped wearing makeup almost completely, with the exception of lipstick/lipgloss sometimes. I’ve never felt more beautiful. That’s me embracing myself. I can’t stand this current plastic surgery/celebrity obsessed climate that thinks everything is about nipping and tucking and fixing something to be happy with one’s self. So incredibly superficial and shallow society has become. And they’re never happy, they keep finding something else to fix. All of these comments saying she looks old are really disgusting. What about looking past her looks to her character and focusing of the content of what she’s saying and the message she’s sharing with the world. There’s much more to a person than their looks.

[@jenniferlawrence9652]

Leave your hair alone and only for a special occasion you can straighten it ...but your teeth you can use crest white stips it works great and I think in cosco u can get a good deal..I just get them at Wal-Mart

[@jenniferlawrence9652]

Leave your hair alone and only for a special occasion you can straighten it ...but your teeth you can use crest white stips it works great and I think in cosco u can get a good deal..I just get them at Wal-Mart

[@debadev2179]

Janet's Planet Well Said

[@wjones284]

She's the real deal. Glad she's out there sharing such important truths

[@pam0626]

She is so smart and a phenomenal actress. I love how her face is real. She hasn’t succumbed to the pressure to look pulled and plastered like Meghan. I really, really hope the tide turns and more women start to reject the fillers and look like Justine.

[@JulietParrottMerrell]

I’m happy that more people (especially many of those I grew up admiring) are now speaking out about the behind the scenes happenings in the movie and television industry and fame. I’ve been joyed hearing their contributions and appreciate them very much. PS: i’ve always sensed that Justine Bateman is very smart. Today’s interview was no exception. :-)

[@Malerba3]

Omg! You people are bullies. Saying she looks bad. Why would you want to write that. Why would you all want to tell the world how this lady looks to you. Mean words. I think she is beautiful her words are clear and she is helping people. I can’t wait to get the book.

[@MM-dq2pi]

How ridiculous, someone said she looks 7O.

[@taoist32]

Does she have some kind of disease or is it just genetics? Her brother looks great for his age. And she was beautiful for years.

[@indirageer4163]

Mike Campbell o shut up you old hag! Your probably a hag yourself

[@indirageer4163]

Mike Campbell she looks 72 actually

[@indirageer4163]

Ricky Rick lol 😂 I know honestly

[@alabamatrixie7379]

I love her perfect imperfections, she's gorgeous...inside and out!

[@ashbounas5521]

People say Justine Bateman has aged looks older I think she's aged well but has lost a lot of weight of too skinny can make you look older especially on slim girls especially 40 and over I know it happens to me

[@goodflowh]

Justine hit the spot, she has such high sensibility about reality. She and her brother as her brother said had financially supported their parents at a young age. I have never seen that popular show but I will now. Computer science way to go girl on your 2 feet!

[@deenad3562]

She is making a strong statement, taking a stand against Hollyweird. This may not be how we age, but this is how She has aged and she is showing her natural self, and is making a Great point.

[@garyenwards1608]

whatta crackhead

[@Claire-tn4xp]

We all age. Some people age naturally better than others.

[@jocelynmandyuy3632]

A true person. Unaffected & not superficial 🤗

[@TheHow707]

it's interesting, her character on the show was cast as a "doofus" but in reality she's brilliant. Funny how we think a person (is) the character they play.

[@FamilyTime_TV]

Have been watching Family Ties reruns lately! Incredible show!

[@NataMessi]

Me too! I've discovered the show just last year. N im only 25 years old, but I'm so happy I got to this show!! Can't imagine my life without it anymore. And Justine is an incredibly talented actress! Really underrated, considering the fact that before family ties she didn't have any prior acting experience! C'mon.

[@samshetty8820]

I have too; I remember it on prime time as a child going to elementary school

[@MindyBeee]

Great show.

[@krewavi4840]

sorry to be so off topic but does anybody know a tool to get back into an instagram account..? I was dumb lost the account password. I love any help you can give me!

[@armanidavis2843]

@Krew Avi instablaster :)

[@mommahosk813]

Does anybody remember that thing your mother used to say? "If you do not have anything nice to say, do not say anything at all!"

[@debadev2179]

Momma Hosk exactly and my mum said Gossip stops with you don’t spread it.

[@bdh70]

I always heard, "If you don't have anything nice to say, come sit next to me". That's how it really goes I think.

[@judahtribe7]

My mom never said that

[@staggerlee4979]

That motto is extinct on youtube.

[@sweetestgalKathleen]

My mom never said that but I do believe people that focus on people's looks are extremely shallow and pathetic

[@blueshinystar]

Love justine bateman ❤️❤️❤️🌷🌷🌷beautiful person

[@maureensokora7143]

Wow!!! I don't normally click on interviews with celebrities but since I haven't seen or heard about Justine in years I thought I would see what she's been up to and I am blown away at how grounded and well educated she is and that she has used her knowledge for such an important and timely book. We live in such a self-obsessed and self-focused world that having her voice about reality is necessary. Great interview Megyn!

[@marquesadiablo6155]

She looks “old” only because we’re so use to seeing most celebrities with plastic surgery , so when we see a person that just naturally aged, we think they look “old” because it’s not the norm to age in Hollywood without surgery ..

[@momoglo1644]

I love that she isn't all botoxed and fake. I can't stand these plastic women trying to push an unrealistic body image to the youth. I can't stand shallow people who make comments about her teeth or anything about her appearance. When you're dead, rotting in the dirt, who's gonna care what you looked like. I wish people cared more about what people accomplished during their live. We've become a very, VERY shallow society.

[@lisapratt166]

momo glo yess I feel the same.

[@karaa7595]

I don't care what she looks like, I'll always be a fan. She already knows what it feels like to be super physically attractive. It's difficult to be this way on the outside when you're a deep soul on the inside...when you've got an intelligent mind.

[@aprildannettegosa5381]

Kara you can be beautiful on the outside and very deep and intelligent on the outside

[@aprildannettegosa5381]

Justine is still beautiful on the outside Hollywood is so age obsessed its ridiculous time marches on people age

[@karaa7595]

April Dannette Gosa i know. That was the point in my comment. Justine played beautiful but ditzy Malory. In real life she was beautiful and an intelligent, deep soul. She probably doesn't mind getting more attention now for her inner beauty as she knows getting attention for outer beauty isn't all it's cracked up to be.

[@kimmyball4961]

Excuse me??....What does that mean?? I sure as heck don't see ur pic up here. I'm flabbergasted, how rude!!

[@eatfastlive2870]

so true. people think that a pretty woman has it made in this world and that is so not true. often she is hated on because of her looks. it is a relief to be respected for your mind and not your appearance.

[@joanofarc33]

When I was a young girl I wanted to be a a member of the Keaton family and most of all I wanted to be Mallory; I wanted to dress like her, I wanted her hair. LOL!

[@markstaggs7342]

She is the only actress I ever had a crush on,she is simply gorgeous.

[@kgnana4]

So impressed with Justine! I’m going to buy her book!

[@sarawinardi6745]

Wow, she looks like every other everyday woman not like a regular Hollywood actress at her age. Bravo, Justine.

[@richardherzog5405]

My sister is 52 and looks in her earlier 40s. Justine looks 65 . She abused her body

[@trishayamada807]

Sara Winardi sorry, I’m her age, and I don’t look like her. I

[@herewegokids7]

She looks 62.

[@jaeshasway]

Sara Winardi I turned 53 this year and often mistaken for 35. I'm not sure what she's doing, but she doesn't look 52 and she doesn't look healthy. 50's are the new 30's. It's all about sleep, stress management, exercise, healthy food, good skin care routine, and vitamins.

[@violetjane7152]

Terri, I’m 35 and you definitely look a lot older then me. People are probably being nice, when they say you look thirty five. Justine looks her age, and she’s a beautiful woman both inside and out.

[@kellyteestees9288]

She is so confident and intelligent! Love her🤗🤗

[@Dr.TJ1]

There was a point in the 80s, after Family Ties had been on for a few years, where everybody was in love with her. They wrote more scenes for her and she had such a funny way of delivering her lines. That and she was very pretty and had great hair. The combination was devastating.

[@shannonludden8283]

Why are people so surprised that she's aged? She's in her 50's now, did you think she'd look like Mallory Keaton forever?? 🙄🙄

[@purplebutterfly7257]

Shannon Ludden Maybe yes. Lol

[@kiwi9921]

I think she looks great! Better than most. Espically those who run out and get botox and other crazy stuff just to look a certain way.

[@susanmuthafuckingtucka3550]

Yes!

[@pershingii2424]

Regardless of how she looks , I still see her as she was in her 20's. Her voice really hasn't changed much either.

[@valentinahernandez7291]

Jason has definitely aged better, though he is 3 years younger.

[@154angel154]

I always liked her and her brother!!!

[@jengable4888]

154angel154 ...I would agree ! I think they seem very down to Earth !

[@greeneyes7612]

154angel154 Me Too!!! I love all of Jason's movies!

[@paulcooper5748]

And alex keaten.

[@valentinahernandez7291]

I LOVE Jason!! (and all his movies, but especially his hilarious series - "Arrested Development"). So funny!! He's hilarious in interviews too.

[@sabertig3489]

Mallory was my favorite on the show....

[@pinupgirl1949]

I love how candid she is ❤️

[@tesslynamato6888]

She had an eating disorder for years and struggled. That definitely takes it toll on your body internally and externally (her skin). She’s in recovery now but it’s obviously aged her.

[@Thejellybaby]

What a good roll model for young girls.

[@charlotteziggy8353]

Yes.

[@alexmiles40]

Role model but ya, I agree

[@missyb9438]

cara g *role

[@lemurianchick]

@Cara: Parkerhouse rolls? 🙄

[@michaeljordan6008]

Needs a little mustard on that role.

[@kdeloris2225]

when people talk about your looks or your body image it make you feel bad really bad. be kind to one another we are all fighting a great battle💔

[@gracefromspace5502]

Finally an interview with a grown woman! And one where I didn’t want to punch Megyn Kelly! Excellent job!

[@kantarguewidit193]

Justine Bateman is wonderful! I wish she wasn’t on Megan kelly but great hearing her talk

[@theblindfoldep]

A lot of the comments here just illustrate exactly what she was talking about. Preconceived thoughts and ideas about what she "SHOULD" look and sound like based on her previous works as a teenager and a young woman and not the reality of now. I don't understand why someone would want to be famous just for the sake of it. Having your life broadcast to the world must be monumentally unsettling. No thanks.

[@binsk]

I know a lot of people personally who are around 50 and upwards to 80 so I have a good idea of what the average 50 year old looks like age wise. Justine is not even in the ballpark.

[@Dmab661]

Well said!

[@salinasdoubledutch]

Bateman is a boss. What interesting research; l appreciate your sharing your insights.

[@kiranolan7104]

I wish all celebrities could be as down to earth , intelligent, and as well spoken as Justine Bateman. She is so refreshing!

[@lesleydandelion3663]

Love her , she is aging beautifully and naturally. Very smart and confident.

[@NDtee]

I can’t stand this current plastic surgery/celebrity obsessed climate that thinks everything is about nipping and tucking and fixing something to be happy with one’s self. So incredibly superficial and shallow society has become. And they’re never happy, they keep finding something else to fix. All of these comments saying she looks old are really disgusting. What about looking past her looks to her character and focusing of the content of what she’s saying and the message she’s sharing with the world. There’s much more to a person than their looks.

[@kiawade554]

I agree with you. I think it's pretty sad that the first thing I thought after seeing her, was how she looks much older than she is. Secondly, I thought she seems very level headed, and down-to-earth. Why didn't I solely think of the latter though? Simple. I, like everyone else, am a product of my environment - which happens to be America, the most image-obsessed country in the world. Since it's creation, television has almost only shown us images of perfection (excluding the news...though I'm sure they even choose the more optically pleasing person, when possible.). These are the most successful people in our eyes. They have ridiculously large amounts of money, which seem to afford them whatever they desire. And they have the admiration of the masses, which equals respect. When added together, they have what looks to be ultimate power. And any human being who denies their attraction to power, either doesn't understand the basics of their humanity, or is simply lying. But back to the point...we see these images and equate them with power. And regardless of what they're saying or doing, the commonality between them is their image...an image of perfection. So, though it's unfortunate, it only makes sense that how someone, or something looks is of primary interest and importance to us. It's what we're subconsciously taught to value as children. To me, the crazy, nonsensical part is that once we become adults and conscious of what has established our value system, it's still very difficult to change it. It would seem that simply knowing the error of ones was would be enough to create change. But, evidently it isn't. Who knows though!?! Maybe one day, after a complete rearrangement of society, we'll have evolved into beings of higher intelligence...where we value things that actually measure the quality of each other's character...maybe. Sadly enough though, I'm quite sure I won't be around to experience it.

[@lisapratt166]

Tyari that happens even outside of Hollywood. But I guess it’s fueled by Hollywood lol

[@brad4511]

Well, I agree, in part. But the cold reality is in the business of acting in Hollywood looks matter and in particular youthful looks. Young and good-looking sells movies. Movies are mostly about selling a fantasy. Moviegoers want to see really beautiful people. I mean, it is a business and it's all about image. As you lose your looks to age you start losing parts and are replaced by someone younger.

[@morgankelly9725]

It's modern day foot binding. And as far as old and disgusting...........Harvey Weinstein. And a man I have to see on the news every day; Drumpf.

[@MsBAustralia]

For me, It’s not about the fact that she looks older, but the fact that she doesn’t look healthy. She looks like an ex crack addict...did she ever have a drug problem?

[@xiesalicaceae2482]

I love that she went back to school and graduated! School is always there for you when you're ready to go. Don't listen to anyone tell you it's too late. ​It's never too late! Go Justine! Go Bruins!

[@michelefelton4906]

Justine Bateman is one of my favorite all time actors! She is so professional yet so humble & down to earth. Her brother Jason is one of my favorite actors as well, he appears that way to me also. They were definitely were raised the right which made them great human beings & actors! Wish more actors were like them! Btw, she looks as gorgeous as she always does!

[@that70sgirl17]

100% impressed with Justine. Smart, articulate, warm and natural. I could have listened to her speak all day. I'll have to purchase her book.

[@lisax119]

DO YOU JUSTINE! A beautiful and smart natural woman, much RESPECT!👏

[@naomicastle3656]

She’s beautiful with the aging naturally.

[@janetsplanet2947]

Naomi Castle Amen!

[@juliojulio5164]

She has had facial fillers and Botox. She also had implants back in the day but removed them. Not natural at all

[@avamartinez8586]

How do you know she ever had fillers & botox & implants?

[@kiawade554]

There's definitely a certain type of beauty that's come with the amount of confidence it takes to be oneself...especially on television. I commend her courage.

[@tomhertz1614]

Kia Wade Oh sure she just a f.cking hero right? LOLOLOLOL

[@elsablue3646]

She looks great like herself! I loved her as Mallory she was so funny. She's cool

[@johnc4876]

Unlike her character on Family Ties, she is very intelligent.

[@kristenelizabethdraws]

Actually, Mallory's IQ tested higher than Alex's - that was a whole episode 💙

[@sammysworld5485]

I’ve missed you Justine Bateman! I’m a huge fan & will always be...

[@jennclair9866]

No mask. Thank you Justine

[@Kimberly63]

In this age of Covid, that’s a funny comment.😂

[@johnandrew1727]

My mom tried to get me into the movie business when I was young but I hated all the people that I met as so sleezy. But I wish Justine would go on the lecture circuit to talk to young people who think it's so wonderful to be in movies.

[@zoemorosini9600]

What a wonderful interview. She's so bright, concise and articulate. I wish her continued happiness, satisfaction and peace.

[@fool4singing]

With all the shows being resurrected, it would be interesting to bring back "Family Ties," even for a reunion show...

[@sandrasanders706]

I think they did in the 1990s I'm could be wrong about that but I think there was a family ties reunion show

[@Dreamskater100]

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[@carolg1356]

I would love a reunion show. Alex can bring his current wife who played Ellen and Nick and Mallory can be married. Jennifer can be a teacher or business woman and of course the parents would totally hate Trump 😃😃, OMG you guys got me wishing they would do this.

[@fool4singing]

+Carol Griffin What about the youngest son? I just hope the writers wouldn't make the mother decide she's a lesbian, and hook up with a woman,..LOL!

[@kiranolan7104]

fool4singing Enough with the reunion shows! Some shows just need to stay in the past.

[@thevoice464]

Family ties was honestly the best and funniest show

[@KelleyBroussardMackaig]

I remember watching Family Ties as a little girl, looking up to Mallory and wanting to be just like her when I got older. Now that I'm a grown 38 year old, I look up to her even more!

[@elizabitty213]

I applaud her and this conversation and hope we can have more people getting into this discussion so we can break away from the addiction. It is so terrible to revere an individual and heed every word they say just off of the strength of a made up characters actions or what we are told a person is like. #FameNotFacts

[@MrStevensacc]

Megyn Kelly is the worst interviewer. She interrupts alot.

[@shawnuel]

Well, she is still better than Jimmy Fallon.

[@vashtiramsaroop5410]

More then interrupting, she shares her opinion more then what is necessary for an interview. If you want to do a commentary, fine. However, a strong interview showcases the person being interviewed, and to puts the content front and center. Why Megyn thinks what her opinions are, are important to the viewer, or to the interview itself, is beyond me!!

[@christopherramon-reid9841]

Shawn McLaughlin 👍👍👍

[@carenclarke6896]

I don't think she is, Megan Kelly style is straight on. Most interviewers cut off somewhere for commercial breaks.

[@chellybabyme]

Absolutely the worst interviewer.

[@sandy-ke1kr]

She is very smart.

[@sarahjohnson8514]

So good to hear about her and how she is doing. Definitely will get this book!

[@leset8604]

That was genuinely interesting. Also feeling nostalgic like i want to go find Family Ties and re-watch the series again.

[@jeffpagan7735]

She has no surgery. I haven't seen her since arrested development. She was beautiful.

[@sweetstorm7652]

Jeff Pagan is

[@charlotteziggy8353]

She still is!

[@jeffpagan7735]

@@sweetstorm7652 yes IS

[@jeffpagan7735]

@@charlotteziggy8353 Yes is meant in the video

[@lisapratt166]

Such a male comment lol hey dude woman age and ohhhh wait so don’t you.

[@seven92023]

I rather be rich than famous.

[@soulaesthete8563]

I love the wisdom Justine shares here, especially the part about fans needing to find their own self-worth. We tend to live vicariously through famous people instead of developing our own talents and opportunities. Regarding an actor's fame and the idolization of fans, I think the chasm is unavoidable. A fan is seeing the character that the actor creates more than the actor himself or herself. People who act like someone else, can feel they've lost their own identity when the public clamors to see the character that was never them.

[@JoBisbee]

Justine still has gorgeous hair! I love that show. Wish she was my sister, I could use some help with my devices, lol

[@fatimal.330]

I've always been impressed by her. True beauty, style, intelligence and how she presents herself over all is very refreshing. You don't get to see to many people in show business that's quite as raw as she is and that alone is very stunning.

[@pattycake9856]

I admire her so much, always be yourself physically and mentally. God bless her

[@marisa9968]

Beautiful, intelligent, and strong lady! A class act!

[@geripangelinan5788]

Wow, she's 52👍that's my age but sorry to say she looks much older, she still is one of my favorite actress and I guess she is just aging gracefully if u would say so. All natural and no chemicals!

[@geripangelinan5788]

@@joeydeeznutz . Lakis hao kuksaka! No I'm not you moron! Your ugly! 😅😅😅😅😂😂😂

[@trixiebeldon579]

Its such a shame. The guests are interesting, the topics are relevant, but Megan is detached, analytical and robotic. She should be a news anchor. We could use less dramatic acting in the news field. On MKT I as a viewer never feel any connection between host and guest. I'm not looking for fake adoration, but real empathy and humble compassion.

[@kimmyball4961]

She is or was part of the Fox News Network. I think she is a terrible host.

[@MTknitter22]

trixie beldon It is a celebrity gossip show. MK likes doing celebrity journalism now.

[@Azgal01]

Everyone ages differently. Could be a lot of stress

[@lightoflife7795]

Could be genes.

[@melissab9639]

I don't want to be mean, but 😫

[@Candyland1891]

She looks 90 yrs old

[@lisag18]

Shes been through a lot in her life. She had eating disorders and body image issues. Shes doing fine. Who cares what she looks like? Shes not hurting anyone. Shes a nice woman

[@rickyparker4552]

Helen Defilippo Yeah stress and DRUGS!

[@truthbetold2560]

Beautifully spoken Justine. We as a society need more of this kind of wisdom.🙏. I just ordered book after watching this. I always wanted to bring this message, but I have not experienced fame personally. I have lost people I have loved to this life. Thanks for being the messenger. I have always rode the fence about my feelings of fame, some days I hate it, some days it can be exciting. Thanks for forming the words I always had trouble saying.

[@wisewitch1]

Loved her since the 80s. So great to see post success stories. Congratulations on your continued success Justine! ❤️💕❤️💕👍🏻