Felicity Kendal, 79, Embraces Life with Workouts and a Refusal to Retire (We Need Her Energy!)
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In a world where most are eyeing retirement with a side of relaxation, this iconic star is just revving up! Felicity Kendal, our beloved queen of The Good Life, is keeping things spicy at 79, and honestly, we are HERE for it. Following the heartbreaking loss of her co-star, the fabulous Penelope Keith, who allegedly passed away at 86 after a fierce battle with cancer, Felicity stands as the last star of the sitcom that brought us joy in the Seventies. Talk about a comeback story!
While we remember her as the ever-optimistic Barbara Good who longed for simplicity, the reality is she’s living quite the opposite. This dazzling diva swears by her thrice-weekly workouts, which she claims keep her youthful glow intact. And let’s not forget her fiery proclamation that she would NEVER retire! Felicity shared with The Lady Magazine back in 2021 that there’s a certain freedom in pursuing what you love for the sheer joy of it. Honestly, can we get a group therapy session on that? Less pressure, more joy!
She’s still gracing the stage, currently starring in High Society at the Barbican Theatre alongside fresh talents like Helen George and Freddie Fox. It’s a gentle reminder that if you love what you do, age is just a number. Bless her heart for showing us how to embrace life with all its chaotic beauty. We could all take a page from Felicity’s book—and maybe hit the gym too!
—Mimi