'Knots Landing' icon Donna Mills joins OnlyFans at 85 to connect with fans 'on her own terms’
Veteran Actress Donna Mills Turns 85 and Joins OnlyFans to Connect With Fans
NEW YORK – In a move that has surprised many of her longtime supporters, 85‑year‑old actress Donna Mills announced this week that she is creating an OnlyFans account. The actress, best remembered as the ruthless Abby Cunningham on the 1980s prime‑time soap opera Knots Landing, said the new platform will let her share a more intimate view of her daily life with her audience.
Mills made the announcement in an interview with Variety, explaining that she has long appreciated the encouragement she receives from her fans and that social media has helped her stay in touch. “I’m excited to join OnlyFans because it offers the opportunity for a more personal and direct connection,” she said. “I’ll be sharing moments from my daily life, behind‑the‑scenes glimpses and engaging with fans in a more meaningful way.” She added that she is not changing her image; the channel will simply provide “another platform to spend quality time with the people who have supported me throughout my career while staying true to who I am.”
OnlyFans executives echoed Ms. Mills’s sentiment. Andy Bachman, CEO of the talent‑management firm Creators Inc., told Variety that the actress is “not switching up her image. It is about giving her longtime fans more access to the personality, style and behind‑the‑scenes moments they already love.” Bachman described Ms. Mills as fearless and “ahead of her time,” noting that she has approached the platform on her own terms.
The announcement comes after Ms. Mills spoke on the “Really Famous” podcast with Kara Mayer Robinson about the habits that keep her looking and feeling her best at 85. “It takes work,” she said. “You can’t just decide, ‘Oh, I’m going to look good,’ and expect it to happen.” She described a routine that includes daily workouts and tennis, recalling that she began her career as a dancer and has never had to replace a knee or hip. “I’ve not had any of the things that happen to the body at my age because I never stopped working out,” she explained.
In a separate interview, Ms. Mills addressed a critic who had commented on her makeup at her age. “I won’t be quiet,” she said. “I’ll keep showing who I am.” She urged older people not to abandon fitness, stating that once the habit is lost it can be difficult to regain. “You can start to work out again, but you’ve lost something in that time,” she warned.
Mills’s decision to join OnlyFans follows a trend of older performers exploring the platform, which allows creators to share a mix of public and private content directly with subscribers. The actress’s move is expected to bring a new perspective to the site, traditionally associated with adult content, and to provide a more authentic glimpse into the life of a seasoned Hollywood veteran.
Knots Landing, which aired from 1980 to 1989, made Mills a household name. Her portrayal of the scheming Abby Cunningham earned her acclaim for her sharp wit and commanding presence. Over the years she has continued to work in film and television, and she remains an active advocate for staying active and healthy in later life.
Mills’s OnlyFans launch is scheduled for early September. Fans can expect to see a blend of candid updates, behind‑the‑scenes footage, and occasional live chats. Whether the move will attract a new audience or deepen her existing fan base remains to be seen, but the actress has made it clear that age is simply a number and that she is ready to share her story on her own terms.
