'Little House on the Prairie' Star Melissa Gilbert Issues Blunt PSA for Women Over 60originally appeared onParade. Little House on the PrairiestarMelissa Gilbertissued a blunt PSA for women over 60 in a "self-reflective" social media update. On July 11, the former child star, now 61,took to Instagramwith a bold message for her followers. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 "I don't know about you ladies but now that I'm over 60, I simply have zero tolerance for those who want to cajole, control or manipulate me," she wrote. "Zero tolerance for being condescended to, or pandered to, flattered, and treated like I'm stupid." She continued, "I have zero tolerance for disrespect. I've earned every single opinion I have. I have had a wildly multifaceted career and life. I have learned so very much and I will no longer allow anyone to discount me. Nor should you." To conclude her post, Gilbert shared, "Women [of] our age are of tremendous value to the world and it begins with knowing what our value is to ourselves. You are worthy, wise, important and remarkable. Don't let ANYONE tell you otherwise." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Melissa E. Gilbert (@melissagilbertofficial) In the comments, Instagram users lauded Gilbert for her powerful words. ModelPaulina Porizkova, 60, shared, "Yup. That about says it all.🙌." Another follower wrote, "Thanks for sharing this empowering message. I'm still getting used to all this but you are seriously my role model." Someone else echoed, "Right on, Melissa! My favorite phrase at 56 is, 'I'm allergic to having my time wasted.'" Meanwhile, a different Instagram user commented, "Thank you Melissa I needed to hear this. Thank you❤️ Because I felt invisible." Next:Legendary Actor, 94, Sends Blunt PSA After Addressing Longtime Health Battle 'Little House on the Prairie' Star Melissa Gilbert Issues Blunt PSA for Women Over 60first appeared on Parade on Jul 12, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jul 12, 2025, where it first appeared.