Brooke Shields recently shared intimate details about her relationship with her late mother, Teri Shields, in her memoir, 'Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed To Get Old.' Teri, who passed away in 2012 after battling dementia, struggled with alcoholism throughout Brooke's upbringing.
In her memoir, Brooke revealed the emotional toll her mother's alcoholism had on her, describing it as a constant source of agony. She expressed feeling on edge and skittish due to the unpredictability and instability at home, contrasting it with the sense of stability she found on set while working in the entertainment industry.
Despite the challenges she faced growing up, Brooke made a conscious effort to create a different environment for her own children with husband Chris Henchy. She emphasized the importance of routine, open communication, and encouraging her children to express their opinions without fear of judgment.
Reflecting on her complex relationship with her mother, Brooke acknowledged the conflicting emotions of seeking her approval while also feeling guilt-ridden and fearful of disappointing her. She described a magnetic pull towards her mother, highlighting the powerful influence of love.
Brooke's experiences with her mother and her early career as a model and actress were further explored in the documentary 'Pretty Baby,' which delved into the controversies surrounding her work, including a lawsuit over nude photographs taken when she was a child and her roles in provocative films at a young age.
Through her candid revelations in her memoir and the documentary, Brooke Shields sheds light on the lasting impact of her mother's alcoholism on her life and her journey towards creating a different parenting approach for her own family.
