What To Know
- The Jeffersons star Marla Gibbs, 94, shared a gym photo on Instagram.
- Gibbs referenced her memoir, also titled It’s Never Too Late.
- Fans celebrated her vitality and positive outlook as a source of inspiration.
The Jeffersons star Marla Gibbs, 94, just posted an inspiring gym photo while declaring, “It’s never too late.”
On Tuesday, May 12, the actress — who played Florence Johnston in the hit CBS sitcom — took to Instagram with a snapshot of herself doing an arm workout on a machine.
“At my age it’s easy to just lay in bed,” the Gibbs admitted. “Then I remember…as long as I’m breathing, I still have a chance to enjoy life.”
She then pointed out, “It’s Never Too Late!!! 💪🏾❤️,” in reference to her memoir of the same name, which she released in February.
To conclude the update, Gibbs shared, “I’m thinking about having a book signing or book discussion event in LA. I’ll keep you all updated. 😘😘😘.”
In the comments, Gibbs’ followers praised her for still hitting the gym as a nonagenarian. Terry Crews exclaimed, “LETS GOOOOO🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥.”
Tyler Perry‘sFor Better or Worse star Kiki Haynes declared, “I don’t think there are enough words in the dictionary to properly express how much I love this! Keep up the great work, beautiful 💪🏾.”
Scandal star Kerry Washington echoed, “You’re a BADA**.”
Someone else shared, “Yes, go MARLA, you inspire me 🔥🔥🔥🔥.”
A different follower agreed with Gibbs’ outlook, writing, “You are so right! As long as we are alive, it’s never too late! I wish you many more happy & healthy years. Sending you lots of love! ❤️🤗.”
Meanwhile, yet another Instagram user commented, “This is so inspiring and such a powerful reminder that as long as GOD gives us breath, there is still purpose, joy, and life to live! 🙌🏾❤️ Keep moving, keep shining, and keep inspiring us all, Queen! I would absolutely love to attend the LA book event. 📚✨💪🏾.”
The Jeffersons aired for 11 seasons from 1975 to 1985. In addition to Gibbs, it starred Isabel Sanford, Sherman Hemsley, Roxie Roker, Franklin Cover, Paul Benedict, Berlinda Tolbert, Zara Cully, Ned Wertimer, and Damon Evans, among others.
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