Christie Brinkley celebrated her 70th birthday recently. She's been marking the occasion all month. On Tuesday, Brinkley shared her feelings on social media. She expressed gratitude and acceptance for her body at this milestone.
In an Instagram post, Brinkley showcased her physique. She wore an Alo Yoga set, highlighting her toned abs. Her post included a poem about self-love and acceptance.
"Looking in the mirror on my 70th birthday and what do I see, I’m finally happy with the person looking back at me," she wrote. She acknowledged her past critical self-view, now replaced with gratitude.
Brinkley's journey included physical challenges. "I’ve put this body [through] it, I’ve broken every bone, in tiny miracles I’m all healed in my heart and soul I’m home," she shared. She concluded her poem with a light-hearted touch.
In 2021, Brinkley had hip replacement surgery. The need arose from a 1994 helicopter crash. She experienced chronic pain for years following the incident.
"New Year, New Hip!" Brinkley posted back then. She detailed her injury and the gradual worsening of her hip pain. Surgery seemed daunting, but the pandemic gave her a chance to address it.
Earlier, Brinkley appeared in a black one-piece swimsuit. Three years post-surgery, she's thriving, both in health and spirit.
