Phylicia Rashad Is ‘Still Fine as Hell’ at 75 — Divorced Grandma of 2 Cuddles with Cats & Practices Yoga
With numerous notable film and TV show credits to her name, Phylicia Rashad is a well-known face in Hollywood. Phylicia starred as Clair Huxtable in the hit TV sitcom “The Cosby Show” and went on to play in the “Creed” franchise. With a slew of other titles in her repertoire, Phylicia has built up a solid fan base.
However, the actress’s life hasn’t been an easy path to success. With racial tensions brewing in the United States during the 1950s and segregation becoming increasingly prominent, Phylicia’s mother, poet, and art director Vivian Elizabeth, and her orthodontist dad, Andrew Arthur Allen, opted to emigrate.
The family left their roots in Houston, Texas, behind and eventually settled down in Mexico, where Phylicia spent a large portion of her youth. The actress grew up in Mexico along with her older brother and younger sister, which explains why the siblings are all fluent in Spanish. Phylicia went on to get a solid education before getting into acting.
Phylicia and her husband, Ahmad Rashad, tied the knot in 1985 after his extravagant proposal, and the couple went on to have a daughter together.
The “Soul” star graduated from Howard University, where she later took up a teaching position. Eventually, she landed her iconic role in “The Cosby Show” and later starred in the films “Steel Magnolias” and “Polly.” She continued to land roles throughout her career, even appearing in an episode of the popular drama “Grey’s Anatomy.”
Over the years, Phylicia has proven her talent as an actress, continuing to appear in films and TV shows for more than two decades. The accomplished actress also celebrated her 75th birthday in June 2023, and although she may be in her golden years, she doesn’t seem to be slowing down.
Still Looking Great after a Divorce
Phylicia may be a septuagenarian, but she certainly doesn’t look her age. Fans took to Twitter to comment on how beautiful the actress still is, with one fan writing enthusiastically, “Still founnnn [fine] as hell.” Another echoed the sentiment, commenting simply, “Still fine.” Others soon followed suit.
One fan noted that despite her age, the actress remains impressive, commenting, “75 and still fine as hell.” Twitter users couldn’t get enough of Phylicia, with one user gushing, “The epitome of class and elegance,” while another admonished the actress for the influence she has had over the years:
“Happy Birthday to the QUEEN and my favorite TV mom, Phylicia Rashad! (75) years of perspicaciousness and radiant beauty #phyliciarashad What’s in front of you is a whole world of experiences beyond your imagination. Put yourself and your growth and development first.”
But Phylicia’s grace is hard-won. The actress has been married more than once and faced media debacles whenever she went through a divorce. Moreover, she had to deal with ravenous media outlets when her third husband proposed to her on national TV, drawing the attention of almost every tabloid out there.
The actress advises eating healthy while still adding flavor to meals.
Phylicia and her husband, Ahmad Rashad, tied the knot in 1985 after his extravagant proposal, and the couple went on to have a daughter together. Besides Phylea Rashad, Phylicia also shares a son with her former husband, William Lancelot Bowles Jr., the very first man she married.
Phylicia built a life with Ahmad, staying with him for 15 years. However, in 2001, the couple announced they were divorcing. The couple reportedly stayed together for their daughter but finally decided to call it quits. The family remains close-knit, with Phylea having children of her own, making Phylicia a proud grandmother.
Phylicia’s Life as a Texas Grandmother
With a growing family, Phylicia has largely focused on her children and grandchildren even though she has remained unmarried. Her daughter, Phylea, and her partner share two daughters, and Phylicia seems to be a loving and supportive grandmother. The actress was seen taking her two grandkids to the “Goosebumps” premiere in 2015.
These days, the actress has found her way back to Texas, where she was born, although she has since moved houses. Phylicia opened up about her daily routine, saying she finds it imperative to start the day with a calming exercise in thoughtfulness and meditation. She usually prefers waking up with a bout of Siddha yoga.
Phylicia has also opened up about her eating habits, saying she started the pandemic with a strict diet of kale, collard greens, and green beans, but she soon added a slew of other items. She switched to coconut ice cream, gluten-free pies, rye bread, and avocado toast. The actress advises eating healthy while still adding flavor to meals.
When it comes to social issues, Phylicia is an open-minded and outspoken individual. Having grown up in an era of extreme intolerance, she has reflected on many of the injustices in the world and provided a few wise words about changing the world. She suggests considering the past carefully and asking whether this is the ideal state of the world.
