Katherine Kelly Lang is an American actress, producer, and international style icon whose dynamic career has spanned more than four decades. Born in Los Angeles on July 25, 1961, to a family rooted in both performance and elite sport, Lang made her film debut at just eighteen in Skatetown U.S.A. in 1979, quickly establishing herself as a rising talent in Hollywood’s new generation of actresses.
Her breakthrough came in 1987, when she was cast as Brooke Logan on The Bold and the Beautiful—a role that would become one of the most enduring and recognizable characters in daytime television. Over nearly forty years, Lang’s performance garnered worldwide acclaim, a devoted global audience, and multiple industry honors, including Daytime Emmy nominations, cementing her legacy as one of the genre’s most iconic leading women.
But the last ten months have marked a bold and transformative new chapter in Lang’s career—one that has propelled her beyond her legendary television persona and into the international fashion and film spotlight. In 2025, she was honored as Woman of the Year by Glamour magazine, a turning point she described as emotional, liberating, and emblematic of her evolution as an artist and a woman. The recognition coincided with her emergence as an international fashion figure: she made her debut at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2025, followed by a striking appearance on the red carpet of the 82nd Venice International Film Festival later that year, where her modern styling and confident reinvention drew widespread attention.
This creative renaissance culminated in Lang producing and releasing her own fashion-film project, Beyond the Lens: Katherine Kelly Lang, a personal and visually expressive short film that blends cinematic artistry with fashion narrative. The project, shared through her social platforms, showcases her willingness to explore new mediums and her natural affinity for style, storytelling, and visual expression.
Her recent elevation as a global fashion icon and cover star—including her first major international fashion-magazine cover—reflects the culmination of years of ambition, personal reinvention, and an unwavering commitment to her craft.
Outside her creative work, Lang is equally recognized for her dedication to wellness and athleticism. A lifelong athlete rose in a family of competitors, she has competed in triathlons, Ironman-level events, and long-distance horse-riding challenges. Even after suffering a severe ankle dislocation in a riding accident, she returned to her sport through disciplined rehabilitation—a testament to the resilience and grit that define her public and personal life. She maintains a strict approach to health, often avoiding sugars and carbohydrates, though she openly admits her love for occasional indulgences when traveling, especially in Italy.
Today, Katherine Kelly Lang stands not only as a beloved actress but as a multi-disciplinary creative force: an evolving fashion visionary, a producer with a cinematic eye, a celebrated international cover star, and an advocate for vibrant, healthy living. Her recent achievements mark a powerful reinvention—an artist confidently stepping into a new global era while continuing to inspire audiences with authenticity, elegance, and enduring passion.
Women Fitness President Ms. Namita Nayyar catches up with an exceptionally talented and accomplished, Katherine Kelly Lang who is an American actress, producer, and international style icon. Here she talks about her fitness regime, diet and success story.
Namita Nayyar:
You’ve played Brooke Logan since 1987… What does it mean to have your life’s work be such a definitive part of television history?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
Brooke has been the heartbeat of my career, but she’s also been a mirror for my own evolution. When you play a woman for nearly four decades, you grow with her—you learn her resilience, her flaws, her fire. I’ve always said that Brooke’s longevity isn’t just about storyline; it’s about what she represents: a woman who continues to reinvent herself, who refuses to be defined by age or circumstance.
Being part of television history is an honor, of course—but what matters more to me is that millions of women saw a character who was allowed to be powerful, sensual, complex, and human at every age. That, to me, is legacy.
Namita Nayyar:
You were recently named Glamour’s 2025 Woman of the Year… How did this recognition mark a new chapter for you?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
That moment felt like an exhale I didn’t know I was holding. It was emotional because, for the first time, I felt seen not just as the actress who played Brooke Logan, but as Katherine—the woman who is constantly evolving, curious, and hungry for new creative chapters.
Stepping into fashion wasn’t spontaneous; it was intentional. I wanted to express myself in a way that wasn’t bound by a script. The fashion film allowed me to merge storytelling with aesthetics, emotion with movement. And Glamour’s recognition felt like the universe saying: Yes, this is your time to expand. It was freeing because I realized reinvention isn’t just possible—it’s powerful.
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Namita Nayyar:
With projects like Beyond the Lens… What was most empowering and most challenging?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
The most empowering part was owning my narrative—standing behind the camera and saying, “This is the story I want to tell about womanhood, beauty, and identity at this stage of my life.”
The biggest challenge was vulnerability. Producing exposes you—you can’t hide behind a character. You have to show your truth. But that challenge is exactly why I did it. Women deserve to be seen in their full power, not edited down.
Namita Nayyar:
You’ve been a lifelong athlete… How did that foundation prepare you for Ironman competitions?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
Endurance sports teach you discipline long before they teach you speed. Competing in horse endurance races for more than 20 years taught me patience, focus, and respect for incremental progress. That mindset is essential for Ironman.
Ironman isn’t just physical—it’s mental grit. It’s saying, “I can do hard things,” over and over until your body believes you.
Namita Nayyar:
Your mantras: “Anything is possible,” “Never give up.” How do you cultivate that mindset?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
Mantras become anchors. During a grueling race, they’re the internal voice that drowns out doubt. I repeat them rhythmically—like breath work. And I remind myself that discomfort is temporary, but pride is lasting.
Resilience is a muscle. You train it just like your legs, your heart, and your lungs.
Namita Nayyar:
As a founding board member of Women for Tri, why was this cause so important?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
Endurance sports are transformative, and women deserve equal access to that empowerment. When I joined Women for Tri, I wanted to break down the barriers that keep women from entering the sport.
Triathlon teaches you strength, confidence, and self-trust. And when women feel physically powerful, they become unstoppable in every area of their lives.
Namita Nayyar:
You’ve trained by getting off planes and cycling 100 miles… How do you manage that?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
It’s a combination of discipline and flexibility. My schedule is intense—filming, producing, traveling—so I’ve learned to make the world my training ground. If I land from a flight and have a window of time, I use it. No excuses.
Namita Nayyar:
You avoid sugars and carbs—constant discipline or seasonal? And how do you view macronutrients?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
It’s a lifestyle more than a rule. I listen to my body. During heavy training blocks, I’ll adjust my carbs because performance requires it. But I focus on clean proteins, healthy fats, and steady energy sources.
Food is chemistry. When you understand how your body burns, recovers, and regenerates, nutrition becomes an extension of self-care—not restriction.
Namita Nayyar:
How do you balance food as fuel versus food as pleasure? Non-negotiable habits?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
Food can be both joy and fuel. I refuse to villainize it. My non-negotiables are hydration, quality protein, and whole, simple ingredients. But yes—if I’m in Italy, I’m going to enjoy a little pasta. Joy is also nourishment.
Namita Nayyar:
How have your dietary needs changed from your 20s to now?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
In my 20s, I could power through anything. But later in life, you have to be smarter, not harder. I focus on anti-inflammatory foods, recovery nutrition, and consistent energy. What I eat directly supports my acting, training, producing, and creative stamina.
It’s about longevity, not vanity.
Namita Nayyar:
Your skin is radiant. What are your core skincare principles?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
Hydration is constant. And cleansing—especially after hours of studio makeup—is essential. Over time, I’ve added treatments for elasticity and brightness, but my philosophy remains simple: care for your skin like it’s a living, breathing partner on your journey.
Namita Nayyar:
You’re known for your beautiful hair… What’s your essential regimen?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
I try minimizing heat when I’m not on set. My stylists and I work with treatments that restore integrity, not just shine. Healthy hair is like healthy skin—it’s a ritual.
Namita Nayyar:
Your glam teams at Cannes achieved stunning modern looks. How do you collaborate to stay authentic?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
I approach glam as a conversation. I know who I am, and I know what feels like me—clean lines, intentional beauty, and modern elegance. But I also trust my team to push boundaries. The magic happens when authenticity meets artistry.
At Cannes, Venice, and on fashion shoots, I wanted the look to reflect my evolution: bold, refined, and empowered.
Namita Nayyar:
How do you define success and fulfillment in this expansive chapter of your life?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
Success, to me, is alignment—when your work, your health, your creativity, and your purpose all flow in the same direction.
Fulfillment is waking up excited to reinvent, to explore, to expand. It’s knowing that I’m still discovering new sides of myself. And that is the greatest privilege of all.
Namita Nayyar:
For women inspired to reinvent themselves later in life—your most important advice?
Katherine Kelly Lang:
Start. Start messy, start late, start uncertain—just start. Reinvention is not about age; it’s about curiosity. Allow yourself to be bold, to evolve, to step into rooms you once thought were closed.
Your 60s can be the most powerful decade of your life. I’m living proof that anything is possible when you choose yourself, again and again.
Katherine Kelly Lang Social Media Presence
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinekellylang/
Credits:
Talent: Katherine Kelly Lang @katherinekellylang
PR, Executive Director & Styling: Alessio Filippelli @ale_ssiofilippelli
Wearing: @leone1947 & @adidas + @Atelier_Jeliel
Shoes: @ingiliz_official
Photography: Giulio Aquilani @giulioaquilani & Deborah Deh @deborahdeh21
Glam: @michela.abaribi_mua
Hair: @idolamilano4_moscova
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