Allison Janney Aims To 'Grow Old Gracefully' In Her Single 60s Without Children

May 20, 2022 by apost team

Allison Janney is a fan favorite for many reasons. She is widely known for her vast array of roles and features films. But she is also known for her personality and positive messages. Janney was born in 1965 and spent her childhood growing up in Dayton, Ohio. The woman that is now known as a living legend didn't jump into acting until after college. After attending college in Ohio, she received a scholarship to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. Following her acting education in London, Janey finally got her big break in 1999. Becoming a Broadway star, she eventually landed a significant role on NBC's "The West Wing." Janney was cast as 'C.J. Cregg' in the hit series. 

She has starred in movies such as "10 Things I hate About You," "American Beauty," "Hairspray," "Juno," "The Help," and "The Girl on the Train." In 2017 Janney played in "Tonya," where she took home the Academy Award for 'Best Supporting Actress.'

With her name in big lights, it seems as if Janney has navigated the entertainment industry with flying colors. She has worked for over 25 years and continues to be a top contender for women in acting. Having had plenty of experience in Hollywood too, Janney has set the stage for younger women after her. The award-winning actress has spoken about how she embraces her flaws and sense of self as she ages. By speaking out about what it's like to age in an interview with InStyle in 2018, she allowed other women to feel comfortable in their own skin as well. 

Janney credits her confidence and awareness to just being human. 

In an exclusive with InStyle from 2018, Janney recalled, "I remember telling myself when I was younger, looking in the mirror and seeing some imperfection or wrinkle, even in my 20s, 'Just remember this, Allison. You're looking at your face now and finding fault with it. Just stop. Because you will always find fault.'"

She admitted she remembered the feelings she had when she realized she was aging. 

"Oh, it was terrifying," the actress said. "There are a lot of things I'm noticing as I get older. I'm trying to grow old gracefully and embrace it, but I also want to fight it and do little things here and there to help. Especially when you're still single. I'm not totally out of the game, but I'm one foot in, one foot out. I think this guy, whoever he is, is going to have to find me because I'm not going to find him." 

In 2021, Janney told Drew Barrymore on "The Drew Barrymore Show," "I think if I found the right guy at the right time who wanted to have kids, I probably would have with the right partner because I wasn't ever confident I wanted to have kids," she said. The star opened up about where she is now in her love life.

"I would love to eventually find someone to share my life with but if it doesn't happen it will be just fine," she said confidently. The star has never been married but was engaged to Richard Jenik from 2004 to 2006. Working decades in the business, she is focused on using her time and platform differently. 

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Janney is now in her sixties and is still a star. Working on projects over the years and frequently, the star has adorned many of her looks over the years. "I do have a great love for wigs. I think they are so transformative," she said. 

"Even before I made it as an actress when I was back in New York I would put on wigs to go to the grocery store just for fun— I love wigs," she added. She doesn't take herself or her life too seriously. 

"Most recently, on location, I didn't work out one bit. I've got a gym in my garage and a Pilates trainer who comes on the weekends, and that feels good," she admitted. She also admits her health and beauty routine isn't what it used to be but that she still prioritizes her health. 

"It wasn't a workout society back then. People went to the gym, but it wasn't until I got to New York in the '80s that the gym craze started. I did Jane Fonda's [workout]. But my favorite way to work out is just to dance — go to a dance club and just sweat buckets," she said.

The beauty recently debuted a new haircut on the "Drew Barrymore Show," where she gushed about having her natural hair back.

"I can not tell you how amazing it is to feel free free from hair color and hair extensions and hair tapes and bla bla bla," she laughed. "It is heaven, I am just enjoying this new chapter in my hairdo world."

Allison Janney just gets better with age! She is still just as spunky and iconic as she was her whole career. If you have missed Allison Janney— pass this on to someone who will be happy to see her too!