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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[@Hesohi]

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

[@doctoracharito6469]

"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.

[@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.

[@rcjward]

I love that Justine is a critical thinker.

[@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...

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.😘🦋🌻

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@annbelmonti3737]

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

[@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

[@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

[@Rightlydividing-wx1xb]

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

[@vernaharris4700]

Agree.

[@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

[@WhatPlantisthatPaul]

What an articulate human. I enjoyed hearing her experiences.

[@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 🤣

[@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.

[@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..

[@dudehere1100]

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

[@IslandRN1970]

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.

[@karynlouisa3771]

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!

[@markcolley1914]

Wow,what a intellectual and beautiful person

[@michaelreilly3513]

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

[@CarlosCruz-ll5ez]

yeah Larry King still has it!

[@litote9]

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

[@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....

[@bojack40]

She seems very cool. Too smart for that industry.

[@Piwork69]

bojack40 You think?

[@Thekateodriscoll]

Yes agree

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@RobertJohnson-mn3br]

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

[@caliluv6650]

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

[@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....

[@CaliWeHo]

@@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...

[@androidboxxx1023]

She's the whole package!! Love her.

[@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!!

[@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.

[@SonjaDawn]

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

[@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 :)

[@sam60727]

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

[@themaggattack]

So true. Even as Mallory.

[@waynethera2712]

Beautiful, subtle comment

[@michaelbelt8768]

I find her incredibly attractive and surprisingly wise.

[@DrewWasMe]

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

[@geraldfrank1630]

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

[@saxmidiman]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@biatch1966]

She is the same age as me. I have had no Botox or surgeries and it’s best to age gracefully IMO. Those that are making negative comments about her aging should be ashamed of themselves. She is real and authentic. Her brother Jason also looks great for his age. Her take on fame is very interesting. Good interview ❤️from🇨🇦

[@CikisHelyzet]

BBD Design Oh really ... what is the reason ?

[@Melinda8162]

@BBD Design 😁😁. 👍. ( She does look pretty bad for 56!!)

[@shadeshadyshade254]

@BBD Design what's the reason?

[@marion8354]

Jason is NOT her brother

[@jerzeegirl44]

@@marion8354 Yes, he is.

[@kevinscheuller8656]

Great interview. Always liked Justine Bateman.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@conuregirl007]

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

[@LadyMissNeptune]

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

[@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.

[@Memerewendy]

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

[@charlenemonique1]

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

[@purechaos454]

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

[@peterpipe8281]

She is still a classic beauty and brilliant all respect!

[@coconut3656]

When did he die?

[@tomjohnson4922]

I just finished the book and have to say it's a great read. I highly recommend it.

[@Hooper-fy6si]

What’s with such meanness. She looks her age and she’s lovely. It’s so vile to me how people think it’s okay to disparage someone looks 🤮

[@globalwarmhugs7741]

Shallowness. Not one of them listened to her.

[@izregistered]

She's a celebrity still. Yes, she is naturally very pretty. Her makeup artist...or herself...did a disservice.

[@globalwarmhugs7741]

@@izregistered or your offended eyes? She obviously feels just fine about her look, so how about stopping the misogyny? Are you out criticizing men for their looks? This woman wrote her book to fight back against the shallowness of people like you.

[@izregistered]

@@globalwarmhugs7741 Misogyny? HAHA, this year's talking point. I would make the same comment if Jason Bateman showed up looking like Ozzie Osborne too. She is a celebrity...or was. It's not shallow to expect public people to at least TRY to look nice. By the way, you can find a post HERE that I made a comment about a man's appearance: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnOVqpevm6qrmK8&lc=z222xxv4vt3phdoit04t1aokglaqi431kvuldrmgv5ghrk0h00410.1582874796869264Q

[@globalwarmhugs7741]

@@izregistered YES... FINALLY this year, we're talking about misogyny!!! It only took til 2020.

[@thorpenator9148]

Wow...I did not intend to watch the whole video, but Justine is super bright and awake.

[@sharondianneb]

Same. Very uplifting & refreshing.

[@thorpenator9148]

@@sharondianneb Maybe we have been programmed to elevate famous people since we started watching television. Remember when television had issues...and we would get an error message that states: welcome to your regularly stationed programs. Someone pressed a Hasidic Jewish fellow who owned media stations...and he said...we gave you rap...rock and roll. Please watch the interview with Harold Wallace Rosenthal...it will change the way you perceive media....I guarantee. Peace to you.

[@shawnc666]

Wow, I was "not" expecting to watch this whole interview. More so, I was "not" expecting to be as surprised "and" entertained as I was/am.... Of course I know who Malory is...….I'm 49.... Justine seems really wise....years can do that for you.....and she is still very attractive. I find the gleam in her eye, the diction of her words and the smile on her face very attractive.... Not that my opinion really matters, but I am extremely impressed with her and this interview.

[@deeskers1]

I agree. I enjoyed Family Ties back in the day; it was one of my favorite shows. But I was never a Justine 'fan', so to speak. Yet, I enjoyed this interview immensely. She is so articulate and intelligent. Great interview.

[@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

[@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!

[@miked8227]

Use to love it when the joke was on her during an episode sometimes she would have to hold back a laugh or smile. I thought it showed she was having fun on the set.

[@justzee1574]

She is smart, very conscious unlike many showbiz people now and then

[@sandy-ke1kr]

When she smiles, I can see Mallory. The book sounds really interesting. I would like to read it.

[@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

[@Decal0327]

Justine 🤩 is still so smart, wise & humble. Always the cute girl next door. Her & Jason extremely talented.

[@Katwoman4318]

Decal03 Very true indeed. I always loved Justine & Jason Bateman.

[@johndavidw]

Loved this interview! She is an incredibly intelligent, articulate, engaging and warm lady. These are good life lessons for everyone.

[@james5460]

Seeing Justine is kind of like seeing an old girlfriend or friend who you haven't seen since the '80s. She still looks the same, but she doesn't look the same. Yes, I know everyone ages, I've aged, you've aged, that's not the point. I've had this experience with people in rl, too, and it's a weird feeling.

[@10outof10x]

And it reminds you how much *you've* aged. That's the root of the discomfort.

[@shaunsteele6926]

it's shocking because I haven't looked at her face in over 30 years lol

[@luisvillar4299]

She was and still is my crush. Good on you Justine.

[@jasontighe3927]

Me too, and I love the way she has aged. She's still beautiful!♥️

[@brettjamz3]

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

[@Marilyn-np6ls]

She is a beautiful woman. If a woman decides to get a flattering haircut and wear make up that is also flattering, our looks can be enhanced. Not everyone cares about impressing others with such things. Loved the interview. Way to go Justine. :)

[@joyleslie2537]

Love her! She’s so grounded

[@anitarussum4590]

So glad I saw this! She is so brilliant and on top of everything. Love her and her brother🤍must have stable parents.

[@zyxmyk]

my favorite exchange from Family Ties between Mallory and her brother Alex. Alex: "what's wrong?" Mallory: "there's this guy" Alex: "Oh, you like him, he doesn't like you?" Mallory: "No." Alex: "Oh, he likes you, you don't like him?" Mallory: "Not exactly." Alex: "You don't like him, he doesn't like you, what's the problem?" Mallory: "He's my brother."

[@mrscalifdreamer]

Wow! Smart, articulate, successful marriage, 2 children, licensed single engine pilot, certified scuba diver instructor, author, etc, etc! Is there nothing she can’t accomplish when she puts her mind to it?

[@shelleyborlin9011]

She's so smart and genuine. I love how genuinely Mr. King giggled and one of her answers. I think he was impressed by her.❤️

[@lin2thez341]

it would be interesting to learn more about her parents. Clearly she and her brother had a great foundation. It seems so many young actors do not.

[@thenewstepford]

Love to see the articulate, intelligent woman behind the adorable smile. Congrats Justine, I look forward to your book.

[@KVergot]

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

[@robliguori]

She knows EXACTLY what she's talking about

[@jonnyehm8368]

She's so bright, insightful and self-aware. It's no reason she's a poor match for fame in the last decade or so.

[@Tracy-shantishanti]

I think she’s beautiful! But I like how aging gives our faces character rather than the look of Botox and fillers.

[@cindyski4413]

Tracy Yes. She seems more confident and self accepting of herself! It’s hard to believe or trust what comes out of celebrities or anyone’s mouth with all the Botox on their self centered faces.

[@winecrimesfoodandtime7119]

True

[@nonmagicmike723]

How did an interview about fame and some actress' book give way to a comment section that's largely about botox? Thing is, her skin did age, much faster than most people's. Something must've happened to her, too much alcohol, or too much sun or something. My mother's 55 and isn't like that. And so, to those who knew her mostly as Mallory Keaton and haven't seen her ever since, the contrast will be a little offputting for a moment. But here's the other thing: So what? Some women are more about appearance, others more into intellectual stuff. They play on different turfs, and each provide different values. She was here to get philosophical about fame.

[@julianjones5510]

Great interview. I work in the bizz in Australia 30 years. Famous within and started to be famous to the public but didn’t like the changes of perception toward me and becoming known to the public. I quickly stopped all on camera work. Absolutely relatable content here. Justine sounds very in touch with herself which at the end of the day all that matters but equally in touch with film and television, a realist. Hats off to you Justine. You articulated the entirety!!!! Xo Jason: read the book 😂😂 You are both ‘the craft itself’...and clearly more.

[@jabonky]

Great interview. Glad to see she is so grounded after seeing so many from her generation fail after fame

[@mexicanspec]

WOW, I haven't seen her since our 10 year high school reunion. She still looks great.

[@asmallbitchybanana]

Mexican Spec lets be real she does not.

[@jonogren5567]

LOLOL

[@duaneonyoutube7643]

Loved this interview. The quick question and answers are hilarious. It’s like she’s thinking 2-3 times faster than he is. She seems to not take anything for granted and has learned a lot by her experiences. Seems very down to earth.

[@missyvohnne]

What a bright women. Love the analogy at the beginning, comparing fame to a garden and parts of a person that they have allowed to attach to it. When fame leaves those part get ripped and pulled out. What a clever analogy, and insightful way of looking at it.

[@craigsmith157]

Thank goodness she let herself to age naturally. No Botox and blowfish lips. She's looks great.

[@natekeyes2297]

Yeah, she doesn't look a day over 70.

[@johnnyvo5461]

she is so well spoken. so thorough and concise in her response. great interview.

[@tammybarnes2541]

Strange that she and her brother started as kids and she got out but he's a huge star. Jason's fame has not faded

[@richardscott4318]

I'd hardly call Jason Bateman a "huge" star. Come on, not exactly a household name. I mean, his success didn't stretch any further than television programs.

[@shaunsteele6926]

@@richardscott4318 he used to be a household name. Now he shows up in a random movie once in awhile and you go "hey it's that guy from the 80s"

[@TheVelvetLoungeLife]

She's still cool and really interesting with something real to say. Ooooooo have to read her book!

[@tonihansen3136]

I like her. She’s really good at explaining things. She’s a wonderful actress

[@wendyjones6077]

It is the hair and makeup that is extremely strange and marring. It isn't that she looks old. A simple makeover (that would be even less make up - just done properly) with simple, flattering hair would make 100% difference in her appearance.

[@onelove1968]

@@kristinheatherstarone6905 What sad shallow women you are. It's no wonder why most women really can't stand each other. They cannot see the true human beauty within one another, and themselves. So quick to cruelly judge each other on appearance alone.

[@MaxRyan777]

You’re kidding right?

[@wendyjones6077]

@@MaxRyan777 I was actually taking up for her Max.- people were ragging her about how old she looks when he has simply done ridiculous hair and makeup.

[@JMSsssssss]

Yeah. If only she had thought about what other people felt she should look like. She would be so much better wouldn't she. 🙄

[@wendyjones6077]

@@onelove1968 I was taking up for her Kristin . People were ragging on her for looking old when its really just strange hair and makeup which is easily remedied - basic hygiene you know. Don't lecture me.

[@alanmargu]

Larry King is not a good interviewer. All he does is go through a list of questions. He may not even be listening to her.

[@plauditecives]

I agree! I think a high-school student would do better.

[@emh8861]

Looks like he doesn't understand what she means. LoL

[@reginarutledge78]

Someone who didn't buy into the warped reality of Hollywood culture, good for her! Definitely buying the book!

[@chiefscheider]

So did you read it or is it still on your to do list?