Legendary Soap Star, 84, Just Recreated Her Iconic ‘80s Video — And Fans Are Loving It
Donna Mills is bringing her glamour guide to Instagram.
On Tuesday, the legendary actress took to the social media platform to share a makeup tip as a nod to her video, "The Eyes Have It" that was released in 1986.
"In the '80s I did a makeup video, a how-to makeup video, and people still ask me for makeup tips, so here's one for you," she said, and went on to give her fans a quick piece of advice for applying blush.
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And followers were quick to comment, not only praising the 84-year-old's beauty, but sharing how much they loved the original video.
"I had the video and watched it many times… nobody did eyes like you. You are just as beautiful now… ageless and iconic!!" one commenter wrote.
'I LOVE LOVE LOVE your makeup video! It was amazing and groundbreaking!" another raved.
"Beautiful queen! You just don't age ! You're so fabulous!" chimed a third of the "Knots Landing" star.However, there were handful of hopeful fans that wondered if this was the start of a new video series for the actress.
"I think you are preparing for a new video perhaps??!! I certainly hope so," a fan mused.
Fingers crossed that this is the first of many!
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Legendary Soap Star, 84, Just Recreated Her Iconic '80s Video — And Fans Are Loving It first appeared on Parade on Jul 1, 2025
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