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Kate Hudson is another of InStyle’s former cover women talking about their careers and life in honor of the magazine’s 25th anniversary. She didn’t say anything revelatory but I heard it in her voice. She has a real zest for life that comes through in everything she does. Plus she works hard on her physique, she admits to that, and she loves to show it off. She talked about her 2001 cover, when she posed strategically nude (here’s a link to that, she’s so photoshopped she looks like a Barbie) and admitted that it doesn’t take much to get her to do that. At least she’s honest. She also talked work life balance, being a mom and being 40. You can read the full interview here, and here are some highlights.
She loves being naked and wearing bikinis
To be honest, it doesn’t take a lot for me to take my clothes off. People can say whatever they want, but I like being naked. Always have! In 2001, when I was 22, I was on the cover of InStyle for the second time. I was newly married [to musician Chris Robinson], and my whole career had just shot up after Almost Famous came out. I posed naked for the cover, and I was strategically draped with what was basically chain mail. The stylist had a very hard job. [laughs]On work life balance
I’ve always put my heart into everything I’ve done in my career, but I believe that there have to be other things that fulfill you in life besides your job. My agent once said to me, “I think I care more about you not getting a part than you do.” I said, “You do, which is why you’re my agent.” The idea that I won’t be happy unless I achieve absolute success doesn’t exist for me; I put that energy into my family and relationships. Because when you get rid of all the bells and whistles, they’re all that matters.On turning 40
I turned 40 earlier this year, and people kept asking how I felt. But I really wasn’t thinking about it at all. It’s just an age, and I think it’s a great age. You’re at a phase in your life where you’ve actually earned some wisdom. It’s kind of nice to have some years under your belt. And you know what? I’m even more fun now than I was back then, damn it.
I’ve mentioned this before, so forgive me if you’ve heard it already, but I used to have a bikini photo of Kate Hudson on my computer which I would look at occasionally as motivation. (I need to find the photos of that house in the LA hills I coveted too.) I like that she’s so upfront about how much work she puts into fitness and diet, and also that she admits she’s proud of the results. Not many celebrities are honest like that. Also, I agree with her about getting older. I feel like I’m finally the person I was meant to be and am more content with both my age and with being myself.
Kate and her tiny baby are so cute in that pic! Baby has a bunny too. I like the dresses and Kate looks good, not to overly made up.
But, as for learning things after turning 40…well, yes, Kate…a great many everyday folks who earn their own living reach adulthood much younger vs. 40. Without nepotism Kate Hudson would have zero acting jobs. She lives an incredibly pampered life.
I love that photo, too! She’s grown on me a bit as of late but I laughed at the quote about how her agent cared more about her getting roles than she did. At least she can admit that.
Does she still have that athletic clothing line or is that done and I missed it?Always wondered if it was quality workout wear.Kate has always underwhelmed me,but she does look great,and I appreciate what she has to say about turning 40-I am 43 and have not had any reason to feel different or like it’s such a huge deal,just am happy to care less about what others think and feel confident in my own skin.
Fabletics! I am a huge Fabletics fan. The power hold leggings are the sh*t.
She always looks so young and cute! Hard to believe she’s actually 40.
“Actually 40”? 40 isn’t old. Anyone should still look young and cute at 40 if she takes care of herself.
I will be 40 in less than 2 years and have a small baby….not taking it well lol
You forget how she’s usually styled to deflect from noticeable her ears are
I cried for months before I was 40. Now, I wonder why. I suppose other people’s comments and jokes got to me. I’m 44 now and take so much better care of myself than when I was in my 20s. I took it all for granted then! Also, I wish people would just say she looks good, not good for 40. Getting older is a treat. Think of the alternative!