In the 80s, she was recognized as the most beautiful artist

The Rachel Ward case is much more than a debate about appearance. It forces us to ask ourselves: why do so many women feel compelled to  hide  the effects of time? Why do we so often associate value with youth, beauty with a  frozen appearance  ?

Her choice to remain true to herself, to not  erase  the marks of life, speaks volumes about her inner strength. And if this is divisive, it’s also because it challenges our habits.  Because ultimately, she holds up a mirror to us.