The opening day of the Cannes Film Festival was nothing short of glamorous, but it was Jane Fonda who stole the spotlight with her impeccable style. The 86-year-old actress and activist dazzled at the Second Act screening and opening ceremony, showcasing an effortlessly chic look that left everyone in awe.
Fonda turned heads in a black, bedazzled jumpsuit paired with silver accessories: ballet flats—yes, flats on a red carpet!—stunning jewelry, and perfectly styled side-swept hair. She completed her ensemble with a black and tan animal print coat draped elegantly over her shoulders, and a bold red lip that added the perfect pop of color. The Monster-in-Law actress looked decades younger than her age, and fans took notice.
“She looks absolutely stunning, gorgeous, and so elegant for 86 years old… love her hair too…” one admirer commented.
“That’s how to do red carpet glamour. No bits hanging out on show. Just style by the shed load,” praised another.
“Wow, 86! I wonder what the so-called celebrities today will look like when they are 86,” a third fan mused.
Despite the overwhelming admiration for her timeless beauty and grace, some fans couldn’t help but point out a small but noticeable detail—her hands.
“From a distance she looks fabulous. However, let’s be honest, the hands give the age away,” one person wrote.
“Excellent cosmetic work, but her hands tell her age,” someone else added.
“Not much can be done for those veiny hands, though. They definitely give away her age,” another noted.
“Jane Fonda’s hands, no makeup will sort those,” a fourth commenter observed.
Jane Fonda has been open about her history with plastic surgery. She has admitted to having work done but expressed some regret about it. “I had a facelift, and I stopped because I don’t want to look distorted. I’m not proud of the fact that I had [one],” she once shared.
Instead of relying on surgical enhancements, Fonda opts for a simpler beauty routine to maintain her youthful appearance. “I don’t spend a lot of money on face creams or anything like that, but I stay moisturized, I sleep, I move, I stay out of the sun, and I have good friends who make me laugh. Laughter is a good thing too,” she explained.
Fonda’s appearance at Cannes highlights both her enduring style and the honest reality of aging. While her stunning look captivated many, the visible signs of her 86 years serve as a reminder of her journey and the natural process of aging. Nonetheless, Jane Fonda continues to inspire with her elegance, proving that true beauty is timeless.