Kathy Bates Focuses on Finding Mr. Right as She Feels Sexier and Slimmer

Kathy Bates is stepping away from the spotlight to focus on something more personal: finding love. The iconic actress, now 76, recently revealed that she has lost a remarkable 100 pounds, bringing her down to 137 pounds on her 5-foot-3 frame. Sources close to her disclosed to Closer that she seeks to leave acting behind to embark on a romantic journey.

Reflecting on her recent experiences, Bates expressed feeling overwhelmed by her role in CBS’ Matlock reboot, which she describes as her final acting project. “Everything I’ve prayed for, worked for, clawed my way up for, I am suddenly able to be asked to use all of it, and it’s exhausting,” she said, emphasizing that this will be her last performance. “This is my last dance.”

Despite clarification from her representative that she is not fully retiring but is focused on Matlock, insiders reveal an intriguing perspective. Bates feels she has achieved all she set out to do in her career and is ready to shift her focus towards personal fulfillment. “She believes it’s time to concentrate on herself,” a source noted. “Kathy is excited about the idea of meeting someone special. Feeling more confident and attractive, she’s eager to invest energy into finding her Mr. Right. She has no intention of spending her later years alone.”

Having been single since her divorce from Tony Campisi in 1997, Bates has even started reaching out to friends in Hollywood for help in finding potential dates. The prospect of new romantic adventures has her buzzing with excitement, as she looks forward to this new chapter in her life.