97 Year Old Woman is Hollywood's Fresh Face
Rose A. Valenta — March 29, 2007 — Pop Culture
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Mae Laborde, who is 97 years old, has only been an actress for four years and her career is skyrocketing. She played Vanna White for a futuristic MADtv comedy, made commercials, was a cheerleader for ESPN, and is currently acting in a small role for an upcoming Ben Stiller movie.
This lady is an inspiration to all you late bloomers and baby boomers out there, who want to start a new career after retirement (other than jumping out of cakes at bachelor parties). Maybe it's that book you always wanted to write, the music you haven't played since college, painting and sculpture, giving motivational speeches to young people, or giving Rachel Ray a run for her money on the Food Network. Everyone can make a difference.
Excuse me, the phone just rang, I think its Eddie Griffin asking to borrow my super glue. He keeps moaning "Enzo:"
Photo credit: Associated Press
This lady is an inspiration to all you late bloomers and baby boomers out there, who want to start a new career after retirement (other than jumping out of cakes at bachelor parties). Maybe it's that book you always wanted to write, the music you haven't played since college, painting and sculpture, giving motivational speeches to young people, or giving Rachel Ray a run for her money on the Food Network. Everyone can make a difference.
Excuse me, the phone just rang, I think its Eddie Griffin asking to borrow my super glue. He keeps moaning "Enzo:"
Photo credit: Associated Press
Trend Themes
1. Late Bloomers - Opportunity for businesses to create products and services that cater to the career aspirations of late bloomers and baby boomers.
2. Second Act Careers - Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in creating platforms that facilitate the transition of retired individuals into new careers.
3. Inspiration Through Aging - Businesses can capitalize on the trend of using elderly individuals as actors to promote inspirational stories of aging and pursuing new passions.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can tap into the trend of casting elderly individuals as actors to create inspiring and relatable content.
2. Retirement Services - An industry opportunity exists to develop specialized services that support retired individuals in exploring new career paths and pursuing their passions.
3. Media and Advertising - Media and advertising industries can leverage the use of elderly actors to create impactful and heartwarming campaigns that resonate with diverse audiences.
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