Sarah Michelle Gellar recently joined other celebrities in savoring a ‘Euro summer.’ The actress, at 49, shared a series of photos showcasing her retreat to the South of France. There, she enjoyed water activities, explored the Calanques near Cassis, and visited Circuit Paul Ricard in Le Castellet.
“Calanques, Cassis and @circuitpaulricard,” Gellar captioned on Instagram.
Her getaway started with a picturesque day on the Mediterranean. The star from ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’ greeted viewers with images in a black bikini adorned with white floral patterns, complemented by a matching swim skirt.
One picture captured her aboard a boat with the Mediterranean’s vibrant blue backdrop. She wore black cat-eye sunglasses and accessorized with layered necklaces and bracelets against a rocky, tree-lined shoreline.
Another photo provided a closer perspective of the actress basking in the French sun. Gellar snapped a selfie, revealing herself in a deep brown halter bikini top with gathered fabric and bow accents. Her blonde hair was pulled back as she appeared nearly makeup-free, smiling with turquoise waters extending behind her.
She later posed in an airy all-white eyelet ensemble on deck. This outfit included a short-sleeved blouse featuring scalloped edges, paired with matching shorts. Dark sunglasses and a woven tote bag completed her look as sailboats dotted the distant water.
Gellar wasn’t merely content observing the sea; she indulged in a swim in the Mediterranean, accessorizing with a delicate necklace and stacked bracelets before returning to the boat.
The vacation photos attracted admiration in the comments, with Candace Cameron Bure among those praised, commenting, “Beautiful.”
Reflecting on her celebrity insights, Gellar discussed beauty, aging, and societal pressures in a January segment on the “Gloss Angeles” podcast. She noted how her younger self is often scrutinized through old pictures, adding extra pressure. But she emphasized acceptance of her current self, stating, “I like who I am now.”
Gellar also addressed the hurdles of aging publicly, as cosmetic procedures and image filters become pervasive. She admitted to using Botox but emphasized her ability to still express emotions. Despite questioning further cosmetic enhancements, she chose authenticity.
On the subject of maturity and confidence, she shared, “There’s a confidence you get later,” expressing that such assurance enriches with experience.