New ‘Matlock’ with ‘So Thin’ 76-Year-Old Kathy Bates Is on Everyone’s Lips: ‘OMG, What Happened to Her?
Kathy Bates, the acclaimed actress, is captivating audiences once again in CBS’s new series “Matlock.” At 76, Bates not only dazzles with her performance but also sparks conversations with her dramatic weight loss, leaving some fans concerned and others in awe.
In a recent Instagram teaser, Bates, looking poised in a navy blue suit, joined her co-stars, teasing, “More twists coming your way,” as she revealed the series’ premiere on September 22. Bates stars as attorney Madeline “Matty” Matlock, who has a hidden agenda in a prestigious Chicago law firm. Bates promises that surprises will unfold right up to the final episode, adding, “Matlock has an agenda that not everyone knows about.”
Reflecting on her role, Bates said, “I’ve never thought at my age I’d be playing such a wonderful role… for network, which so many people are going to see.” Despite the attention on her weight loss, Bates remains focused on her craft, continuing to bring depth and intrigue to her characters, proving she’s still a powerful presence in the entertainment world.
