Candice Bergen reflects on turning 80
“I’m just in total denial. I don’t even want to talk about it. Being 80 is just unfathomable to me,” said Candice Bergen as she approaches her milestone birthday on May 9, 2024. The actress, known for her iconic roles in television and film, has had a remarkable career that spans decades.
Bergen, who has won five Emmy Awards, has nearly 70 film and television credits to her name. She is perhaps best known for her role as the titular character in the groundbreaking series “Murphy Brown,” which showcased her talent and cemented her status as a television legend.
Born to ventriloquist Edgar Bergen, Candice has always been in the public eye. Her father passed away at the age of 75, leaving a legacy that Bergen has built upon throughout her life. She has been married twice, first to French director Louis Malle, who died in 1995, and later to Marshall Rose, who passed away in 2025 after battling Parkinson’s disease.
Bergen’s daughter, Chloe Malle, now 40, is the head of editorial content at Vogue and has often been praised by her mother. “I think she’s wonderful with her kids, and she’s very lucky because she chose a great husband [Graham Albert], who is a fantastic father,” Bergen remarked, highlighting her pride in her daughter’s family.
In addition to her family life, Bergen has continued to work actively in the entertainment industry. Currently, she guest-stars as Constance Bishop in the Apple TV series “Shrinking,” where her character is described as a doting mother and a sassy mother-in-law. Her performance has garnered praise from co-stars, with Christa Miller noting, “The writers would come on set to see us working together because it was so hysterical.”
As she prepares to celebrate her 80th birthday, Bergen remains dedicated to her health, working out with a trainer five days a week. She is also a proud grandmother to two grandchildren, who affectionately call her “Toto.”
With a career that has left an indelible mark on television, Bergen continues to be a significant figure in the industry. Ted McGinley, a fellow actor, stated, “I consider Candice to be a TV legend. I mean, she is legendary. She has been for years a massive force in television, and she is so iconic.”
As Bergen reflects on her life and career, she remains a beloved figure in Hollywood, with fans and colleagues alike celebrating her contributions to the arts.
