There’s something magical about watching legends return to the stage. Recently, actress and former model Candice Bergen took center stage at NYC’s iconic Carnegie Hall, flanked by her Murphy Brown co-stars, during CBS’ fall lineup announcement. With a bright smile and that signature wit of hers, she declared, “It’s so great to have the gang back together. And to hear Americans cheering for a bunch of journalists!”
Candice Bergen is no stranger to delivering timely quips that resonate with audiences. For over a decade, from 1988 to 1998, she captivated viewers as the sharp-tongued journalist Murphy Brown. Now, with the reboot of Murphy Brown, she’s ready to bring that same energy back to the screen. Like her character, Candice has always been one to speak her mind. When reflecting on her youthful good looks, she once told People, “People who don’t have it think beauty is a blessing, but actually it sets you apart.” And when it comes to her later-in-life weight gain, she wrote in her memoir, A Fine Romance, “I am fat. I live to eat.” Her honesty and authenticity have always been her greatest assets.
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Staying Grounded in the Spotlight
Despite her incredible success, those who know Candice say she remains refreshingly down-to-earth. “She’s pretty low-maintenance,” a close friend of the actress exclusively told Closer Weekly. “She’s never been affected with an actor’s big ego.” That’s quite remarkable, especially considering she grew up around some of the biggest names in entertainment as the daughter of legendary ventriloquist Edgar Bergen. In an interview with Sandra Bullock, Candice reminisced about her childhood, saying, “My parents would have parties... I remember Rex Harrison singing at the piano, Fred Astaire dancing with all the ladies. It was completely normal.” For Candice, being surrounded by such talent was just part of life, and it shaped her into the grounded, witty person she is today.
Building a Career and a Family
Candice’s career has been nothing short of remarkable. She made a name for herself with her sharp-witted performances in films like Starting Over and her guest appearances on Saturday Night Live. But it was Murphy Brown that truly cemented her legacy. She won five Emmys for her portrayal of the fearless journalist, a role she began shortly after giving birth to her daughter, Chloe, now 32. “It’s hard to have a marriage, a child, and a career,” Candice wrote in her memoir, reflecting on the challenges of balancing it all. “I believe in putting the child first.” After losing her first husband, French filmmaker Louis Malle, to lymphoma when Chloe was just 10, Candice found love again with real estate mogul Marshall Rose in 2000. Today, she and Chloe are closer than ever. “Candice just revels in spending time with her,” an insider told Closer. “She says her daughter truly is the biggest blessing in her life.”
Candice and her daughter, Chloe.
Reaching New Heights at 72
At 72, Candice is experiencing an unlikely career renaissance. Alongside the return of Murphy Brown, she’s also starring in the big-screen comedy Book Club, alongside powerhouse actresses Jane Fonda, Diane Keaton, and Mary Steenburgen. “The studio wanted to cast it much, much younger,” Candice recently told the Detroit Free Press. “But this population is not only underserved, it isn’t served at all.” For Candice, it’s about giving a voice to a generation that’s often overlooked. She added, “It feels very current and very fresh.” And with her return to Murphy Brown, Candice hopes to introduce herself to a whole new audience. “She’s happy she’s having her moment again,” said an insider. “And that a new generation will be discovering her.”
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