Actress Andie MacDowell is sharing an honest look at her health journey.
The Four Weddings and a Funeral actress revealed her experience with piriformis syndrome, a condition where the piriformis muscle compresses the sciatic nerve. This leads to inflammation and discomfort, affecting the nerve that extends from the lower back to the feet.
Recently, the actress appeared on The Drew Barrymore Show and talked about “I thought I was gonna have to have a hip replacement.”
The 66-year-old actress shared that her condition worsened after she began overdoing it on her indoor bike.
“It’s not appropriate for my body, and I ended up with bad knees and a bad hip,” she continued. “I thought I was literally falling apart.”
Instead of surgery, MacDowell did special exercises for her seat and hips to prevent flare-ups and she is relatively pain free.
“My knees are good except for aging. They’ve aged.”, MacDowell added.
In addition to adjusting her workout routine, the Groundhog Day star has embraced a more peaceful lifestyle, leaving behind the fast-paced world of Hollywood for the serene surroundings of South Carolina as part of her fresh start.
After her move, the actress is “happier now than I have been in a long time.”
“I’m having the time of my life now, It’s really good.”
Andie MacDowell is an acclaimed American actress and former model. Born Rosalie Anderson MacDowell on April 21, 1958, in Gaffney, South Carolina.
MacDowell began her career in the late 1970s as a model, working with top brands like Calvin Klein and gracing the pages of major fashion magazines. Her striking looks and captivating presence soon caught Hollywood’s attention. She made her film debut in 1984’s Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes. Although her dialogue was dubbed due to her Southern accent, the role opened the door to greater opportunities.
Her breakthrough came in 1989 with Sex, Lies, and Videotape, directed by Steven Soderbergh. The film earned critical acclaim, and MacDowell’s performance was widely praised, establishing her as a serious actress. She went on to star in iconic films like Groundhog Day (1993), Four Weddings and a Funeral (1994), and Green Card (1990), showcasing her versatility and charm.
In addition to her acting career, MacDowell has been a longtime advocate for women’s health and environmental causes. She also remains a beauty icon, serving as a spokesperson for L’Oréal Paris for over 30 years. Now in her 60s, MacDowell continues to act in both films and TV, including acclaimed roles in Ready or Not (2019) and the Netflix series Maid (2021), where she starred alongside her daughter, Margaret Qualley.
