Throughout his illustrious Hollywood career spanning decades, Alan Alda has achieved countless milestones and received numerous accolades. During a candid conversation with Closer Weekly at the New York City premiere of Marriage Story, the legendary actor opened up about why The Four Seasons holds a special place in his heart as the most enjoyable film he ever made.
Now, here's the thing: when asked about the project he's most proud of, the 83-year-old icon humbly admitted, “I don’t have anything that I’m most proud of.” But he did share an adorable reason why The Four Seasons stands out. “I had the most fun making The Four Seasons because I wrote it and directed it,” he revealed exclusively to Closer. And if that wasn’t sweet enough, he added, “Two of my daughters were in it, and my wife photographed it.” Can we just take a moment to appreciate this family affair? Aww!
Why The Four Seasons Was Truly a Family Affair
Let’s rewind to 1981, when the iconic M*A*S*H star worked alongside his youngest daughters, Elizabeth Alda, 59, and Beatrice Alda, 58, along with his beloved wife, Arlene Alda. This drama-romance film tells the story of three affluent, married couples who embark on a vacation together, only to face a series of challenges. Imagine the joy of collaborating with your family while creating art—that’s exactly what Alan experienced during this project.
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Now, let’s talk about Alan Alda himself. Beyond being a Hollywood legend, the six-time Emmy Award winner seems to have mastered the art of aging gracefully. As he gears up to celebrate his 84th birthday in January, Alan shared some wise words with Closer on how to make growing older more enjoyable.
Alan’s Secrets to Aging Gracefully
First things first, Alan joked, “Well, first try to stay alive!” But beyond that, his advice is both simple and profound. “The second thing is to be curious. I’ve always been curious. I don’t know what I’m going to do next,” he said. It’s clear that curiosity fuels his passion and keeps him moving forward. And guess what? He works hard to maintain a positive outlook. “I try to be happy wherever I am,” he confessed, describing himself as a realist who balances cynicism with optimism. How inspiring is that?
Family Ties That Bind
In previous interviews, the author of If I Understood You, Would I Have This Look on My Face? credited his wife of over 62 years for being his anchor. During an exclusive chat with Closer at the New York Film Festival in early October, Alan spoke fondly of his enduring relationship with his long-time partner. “I don’t think we spoil each other, we just love each other,” he explained. “Without her, I wouldn’t do an awful lot because every time I’m leaving the house to do some work, she says, ‘You’re going to be great.’ And I say the same thing to her. She’s a writer and a photographer, busy all the time, and I’m very proud of her.”
Clearly, Alan treasures the support and love from his family. Whether it’s working on films with his daughters or leaning on his wife’s encouragement, he knows how lucky he is to have such strong bonds.
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