Gillian Taylforth, 70, leaves fans in shock with her incredibly youthful looks at NTAs – as they marvel at the star playing Ian Beale’s MUM

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As a devoted fan, I found myself taken aback by Gillian Taylforth‘s stunning, age-defying appearance on the red carpet during the National TV Awards last Wednesday evening. Her captivating look left quite an impression!

70-year-old actress from EastEnders presented an impressive appearance in a striking one-shoulder violet dress while gracefully attending the event with her coworkers from the show, dressed to impress too.

In my expertise as a lifestyle guide, I must express admiration for the mesmerizing character of Kathy Beale, who appears to be around 75 after her birthday celebrations in a 2020 episode. This is particularly striking when you consider that her son, Ian Beale, portrayed by Adam Woodyatt, is a sprightly 57 years old. The astonishment among viewers is understandable, as Kathy’s ageless appearance defies the conventional notion of aging.

After the ceremony, fans flocked to X to write: ‘Gillian Taylforth continues to defy age, looking more youthful each year… Gillian Taylforth consistently looks stunning… She will turn 63 in 2028… A fantastic actress. Her humor is nothing short of hilarious.’

Previously, Gillian’s appearance has sparked conversations – people frequently find it hard to believe that there is a thirteen-year age gap between her and her on-screen son, which leaves many fans in awe.

Previous viewers commented: “I just watched EastEnders after many years, but it’s puzzling how Cathy seems unchanged from 1985 to 2024.

‘I appreciate it. It seems like Cindy and Sharon have aged quite a bit. Ian, Cathy’s son, also appears to be older. The same goes for David Wicks. Yet, Cathy remains unchanged since her marriage to Pete Beale in 1985! Incredible, isn’t it?’

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Previously, Gillian referred to EastEnders as her “most cherished” workplace. She expressed great joy upon her comeback in 2015, even though her character was believed to be deceased.

As a lifestyle aficionado, I can confidently express that EastEnders holds a profound place within my being. It’s where I found the essence of who I am today. The captivating character, Kathy, has been an integral part of my personal journey.

Gillian shared that she shares incredibly close bonds with the cast members, and added a touch of warmth when she mentioned that her on-screen son, Adam, affectionately refers to her as ‘mom’ outside of their scenes together.

In my experience, I’ve found that having a strong bond with a trusted partner can be incredibly beneficial. This partner, in my case a colleague, has an uncanny ability to sense when I’m struggling and help me out – like when I forget my lines during a performance, he steps in to remind me. It was such a relief and reassurance when we reunited after Kathy’s absence. The moment she returned, emotions ran high – it felt like a truly magical reunion.

Gillian has played the role of Kathy, a character who has been a fixture on the soap since its debut in 1985 and continues to appear regularly.

In 1998, Gillian chose to leave the show for the first time, but she briefly returned multiple times until her character, Kathy, met her untimely end in a foreign car accident in 2006.

Surprisingly, she made an unexpected comeback during the 30th anniversary specials. It turned out that she had staged her own death as part of a significant storyline twist.

For decades, Gillian has been a consistent presence on the BBC soap opera, playing the strong character of Kathy. She started with the show way back then, and she’s continued to be a part of it ever since.

This year, Gillian shared her secrets behind her timeless appearance. She admitted that self-care is important to her personally, offering insights into her workout routine and providing her best advice for achieving a radiant skin complexion.

She mentioned that it’s pleasant when people compliment her appearance, but she doesn’t seek validation from others. Instead, she does it primarily for herself.

Caring for myself makes me feel confident. As I grow older, I see some changes, yet I aim to preserve my looks for as long as possible. If everything starts to deteriorate quickly, there isn’t much I can control in that situation.

In 2015, Gillian decided to undergo a non-surgical facelift as she approached her 60th birthday. She was attended to by Dr. Aamer Khan at the Harley Street Skincare Center.

Instead of the procedure that employs a dissolvable thread made from polylactic acid to eliminate wrinkles, costing roughly £2,000 and lasting approximately 30 minutes, she chose this method.

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2025-09-11 11:50