WASHINGTON—The June/July 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities and reveals some of the biggest trends of 2025.

Rod Stewart, one of rock’s most iconic voices and best-selling artists of all time, graces the cover as he shares his extraordinary musical journey filled with major triumphs, challenges, and personal reflections. Stewart opens up about his recent battle with cancer, yet he has no plans of slowing down. He discusses his career that spans over five decades and how he is embracing a more grounded lifestyle lately filled with family, gardening and staying active.

This issue’s Upfront series showcases seven things we love about The Karate Kid actor Ralph Macchio, including his reprisal role in the Karate Kid: Legends, in theaters May 30th, and fashion designer Donna Karan fills us in on all things fashion and shares her early memories in the business. Additionally, ATM travel experts share a selection of cool destinations to explore this summer season to escape the heat.

Plus: ATM highlights smart financial tips to avoid complications in late-life divorce and how childless adults can plan for retirement.

In this issue of AARP The Magazine:

Rod Stewart: Do Ya (Still) Think I’m Sexy?
At 80 years old, with over five decades in the limelight, the legendary artist Rod Stewart continues to resonate, evolve, and ignite inspiration. Within the pages of ATM’s latest June/July issue, he candidly recounts his modest origins, profound family bonds, and recent journey and triumph over cancer, a battle that demanded his rediscovery with singing and reshaping his enduring legacy. With an impressive 250 million albums sold and timeless hits such as “Maggie May,” “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy,” and “Forever Young,” to his credit, Stewart reflects on embracing a quieter side of life’s pleasures – family, gardening, and an active lifestyle – while also asserting he has no plans on slowing down anytime soon.

The A List: 7 Things We Love About Ralph Macchio

Ralph Macchio, the actor who skyrocketed to fame with his iconic breakout role in The Karate Kid, at just 22 years old, reflects on his remarkable four-decade career in the spotlight. Now at 63, he opens up about the enduring legacy of his most beloved role and what it has been like to evolve alongside a character that defined a generation. Reviving his role as Daniel LaRusso in Netflix’s Cobra Kai and the upcoming film Karate Kid: Legends, Macchio continues to embody the spirit of a character with such pride in pop culture. Beyond the screen, he remains true to his roots. A Long Island native, he still resides near the town where he grew up and shares a decades-long marriage with his high school sweetheart, continuing to evolve in life and career on his own terms.

What I Know Now: Donna Karan
Renowned fashion designer Donna Karan reflects on the creative path that has led her to become one of fashion’s most influential forces and designers. The 76-year-old looks back at monumental moments like her early exposure to fashion, dropping out of Parsons to join designer Anne Klein, and launching her own groundbreaking fashion label DKNY. Karan now heads Urban Zen, a multifaceted lifestyle venture that seamlessly blends wellness, philanthropy, and mindful living. Outside of her career in fashion, Karan shares her expertise in wellness and aging.

Planning For Retirement When You Don’t Have Kids
ATM offers valuable guidance for childless adults planning for retirement and the later stages of life. With nearly one quarter of adults in their 50s never having had children, preparation becomes even more essential. This issue explores how to build a strong, supportive network – often including nieces, nephews, or close friends – who may take on the caregiving roles when traditional family support isn’t available. Readers will find practical advice on assembling a trusted circle of decision-makers, preparing for long-term care needs, earmarking funds for housing, navigating complex estate planning, and optimizing retirement savings. By taking proactive steps, childless adults can ensure a future of financial stability, dignity, and self-sufficiency.

Money Saver: The Ten Commandments of Late-Life Divorce
Facing a divorce later in life can have major financial implications, but ATM provides essential advice to help navigate the process. This month’s issue highlights 10 different “commandments” that could help those navigating the financial complexities of divorce. These include understanding how to fairly divide assets, handle spousal and child support obligations, avoid expensive litigation, and stay informed about the specific rules in your home state.

Out in the Cold – Feeling the Heat? Take a ‘Coolcation’

ATM helps readers rethink their summer getaways with the rising trend of ‘coolcations.’ This month’s issue highlights scenic destinations – from Banff, Alberta to Maine’s lakes and Japan’s Tohoku region – where travelers can beat the heat and explore culture, nature, and adventure in cooler climates. Whether it’s hiking glacier-carved trails, watching icebergs drift by, or hopping onto a steam train through the Rockies, these refreshing escapes offer relief from record-breaking summer temperatures.

 

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About AARP
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation’s largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org/about-aarp/, www.aarp.org/español or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media.

WASHINGTON—Announced today, the AARP Bulletin May/June issue features a special cover story report about the 90^th anniversary of Social Security and the 60^th anniversary of Medicare. This issue includes not just a history of each program, but how they have defined aging in America. The cover story also includes crucial resources for readers to navigate the programs’ complexities, including detailed guides and professional insight, and helps beneficiaries maximize their benefits.

PLUS: In a letter to AARP members, CEO Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan emphasizes the critical need to protect Social Security and Medicare. She highlights the programs’ roles in providing essential support to millions of Americans, stressing that any cuts or changes to these programs could have devastating effects on the well-being of older adults.

Also in the May/June 2025 issue:

Beware of Customer Service Scams: At the AARP Fraud Watch Network, customer service scams are “an everyday occurrence,” according to the group’s director of victim support, Amy Nofziger. It is the most reported type of scam – and it’s growing. Learn how to spot the signs and avoid the pitfalls in this issue.

The Financial Burden of a Spouse’s Death: On top of emotional trauma, many surviving spouses may also cope with financial losses. Numerous changes can occur, from higher taxes to lower credit scores. If you’re facing a financial crunch after your partner’s death, find this issue’s Your Money section for tips on what to do.

Helping Kids Read for 30 years: AARP Foundation launched Experience Corps in 1995. The program pairs elementary school students with older adults to improve the kids’ reading skills before the end of third grade. During the 2023-24 school year, over 1,000 volunteers helped nearly 3,700 kids become better readers. The volunteers describe rewarding experiences. Learn more about this volunteer opportunity and others in this month’s Bulletin.

Published bi-monthly, AARP Bulletin is the definitive news source for AARP’s members, delivering the story behind the key issues confronting Americans 50 and older, including health and health policy, Medicare, Social Security, consumer protection, work, personal finance, and AARP state and national news. Learn more at http://www.aarp.org/bulletin/.

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About AARP
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation’s largest-circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org/about-aarp/, www.aarp.org/español or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media.

WASHINGTON—Rob Lowe, who has spent more than four decades in the spotlight, is embracing the joy of life as he continues to evolve in his career and personal life. In the April/May 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), the actor, now also taking on roles as a podcast and game show host, discusses his journey from 1980s teen heartthrob to sought-after TV personality, while finding contentment in his 60s.

In addition to his career, Lowe also opens up about his relationship with his wife and kids, his path to sobriety, and his dedication and commitment to raising awareness around breast cancer.

Lowe first rose to fame as Sodapop Curtis in The Outsiders and became an iconic figure of 1980s youth cinema, with roles in St. Elmo’s Fire and About Last Night. In the ’90s, he expanded his career with roles in Wayne’s World, Contact, and Austin Powers, before his Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated performance on The West Wing. He later embraced new creative ventures, including a celebrated role on Parks and Recreation, voice work, and his one-man show Stories I Only Tell My Friends: Live! Recently, Lowe teamed up with his son, John Owen Lowe, for the comedy Unstable, and starred in 9-1-1: Lone Star.

Now, Lowe has shifted to hosting, with his podcast Literally! With Rob Lowe, the third season of Fox’s The Floor, as well as a third new book in the works, he tells ATM. “I want to find new things that are continually challenging me and reintroducing me to people who might not have even been born when West Wing came out.”

The following are excerpts from ATM’s February/March 2025 cover story featuring Rob Lowe. The issue is available in homes starting in April and online now at www.aarp.org/magazine/.

On his early entertainment ambitions:

“It’s a sense of being seen.” he says, “a sense of power and ability. I felt it the very first time I went on stage and got a laugh.”

On reuniting with Brats on-screen for the St. Elmo’s Fire sequel

“We made a movie that worked, exploring what we were like when we were 21…Let’s see what we’re like when we’re 61.”

On his 33-year marriage to celebrity makeup artist and jewelry designer Sheryl Berkoff:

“We both really work on it. You get your oil changed in a car before you need it. Therapy is a life hack for us.”

On raising his kids out of the spotlight:

“I had a vision of myself coaching Little League, which I did. I coached everything I could. It was one of my favorite things I did as a dad. And I didn’t want to look over on the sidelines and have the head of NBC over there, who I’m waiting to hear from, whether they’re going to renew my show for the fifth season.”

On his cancer research advocacy after losing his mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to breast cancer:

“It feels like every decade there’s a new iteration of how I get to participate in the world to help people who are going through cancer, and it gives me a ton of satisfaction to help out.”

On what a rare “quiet” day looks like for him:

“I sleep in, have my coffee in bed. I do my prayers and meditation. I spend some time with the dogs. I go to the gym. I’ll check in on business. If nothing is pending, I’ll go and play a round of golf or surf, and then come back for dinner with my wife at home, and then she’ll want to watch TV. I’ll go to the firepit and have a cup of coffee or something like that, and then off to bed.”

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About AARP:

AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation’s largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org/about-aarp/, www.aarp.org/español or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media.

WASHINGTON—The February/March 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities and reveals some of the biggest trends of 2025.

The exceptional, award-winning actress Drew Barrymore captivates the cover as she reflects on the joyous feeling of contentment as she approaches her milestone 50th birthday, a feeling she had never anticipated given the stress and constant worry in her earlier life. The actress-turned-talk show host discusses her vulnerability both on and off the screen, and how her priorities have shifted, to focus on parenthood The issue’s Upfront series showcases five surprising things about actor Kevin Bacon – like being the youngest of six siblings, with an eight-year gap between him and the next oldest. Award-winning singer-songwriter Rosanne Cash, at 69, reveals memories of her parents and the importance of legacy. Additionally, ATM relationship experts share intentional dating rules for individuals in their 50s.

Plus: One ATM health and fitness specialist provides seven easy exercises to help you thrive and live your best life; learn about three shocking stories of perseverance in financial crises; and former NASA recruit Ed Dwight reflects on his experience in space.

In this issue of AARP The Magazine:

Is Drew Barrymore Really All Grown Up?
Drew Barrymore reflects on her decades-long career in the spotlight, from childhood fame in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and 90s rom-com hits like Charlie’s Angels to her Emmy-winning talk show, The Drew Barrymore Show. She discusses how throughout her career she has reshaped the narratives of her personal life through the characters she has portrayed. Now, as she celebrates her 50th birthday, Barrymore shares how with age, she has developed the superpower of not overthinking, gaining a deeper trust in herself and learning to let go of things that no longer serve her. She also shares how her approach to her career and life has evolved, emphasizing the profound joys of motherhood and how it remains the most important role she will ever have.

The A List: 5 Surprising Things About Kevin Bacon

Golden Globe-winning actor Kevin Bacon, now 66, reflects on his early upbringing as the youngest of six children. He recalls the pivotal moment in his career when he realized he no longer needed to worry about waiting tables – which was around 1982, following the release of Diner. While he doesn’t often discuss it, Bacon speaks warmly about his 36-year marriage, describing the relationship with his wife, Kyra Sedgwick, as a deep friendship. This year, he will star in two highly anticipated TV shows: the Amazon series The Bondsman and Netflix’s Sirens.

What I Know Now: Rosanne Cash
AARP The Magazine explores a rare glimpse into the life of four-time Grammy winner Rosanne Cash, as she reflects on life at 69. From stepping into adulthood early for her younger sisters, to spending six transformative months in London at 20 years old with a record company, Cash discusses the milestones that influenced her creative and personal growth. She opens up about navigating her evolving relationship with her parents and the profound impact of community.

The New Rules for Dating In Your 50s
ATM collaborated with a team of dating experts, including licensed psychotherapists, relationship therapists, and clinical sexologists, to explore the dynamics of dating and intimacy for individuals aged 50 and older. These professionals shared valuable tips on navigating the challenges of dating later in life, such as shifting priorities, fewer prospects, and evolving obligations. While these factors can make dating more complex, they also present opportunities to enrich brain health and embrace new experiences. By expanding preferences, exploring connections beyond dating apps, and gaining clarity on personal desires, individuals in their 50s can discover fresh ways to meet potential partners and build fulfilling relationships.

SHOCK! BETRAYAL! DISASTER! Three True Stories of Resilience in Financial Crises
AARP The Magazine shares the powerful stories of three older Americans whose financial security was disrupted by illness, marital betrayal, and natural disaster, highlighting their resilience and how new perspectives helped them recover. John Clements was recently diagnosed with cancer at 61. Despite a grim prognosis, his thoughtful financial planning gave him the security to face the uncertainty ahead. Mary Anderson uncovered years of financial deception by her husband, including unpaid taxes and emptied accounts, leaving her to rebuild her financial independence from scratch. Similarly, Christopher Fielden lost everything in Hurricane Helene, but his thorough insurance coverage and emergency planning enabled him to recover his life. ATM provides practical guidance on how preparation and financial awareness can help prevent setbacks, along with strategies for crisis recovery and achieving long-term financial resilience.

The Ride of His Life

At 90 years old, former NASA recruit Ed Dwight became the oldest person to travel to space, surpassing William Shatner’s record. In this article as told to John Rosengren, Dwight reflects on his experience, describing the awe-inspiring view of Earth from space. He noted how the planet appeared unified and beautiful, with no visible division between countries or states. With this perspective it prompted him to question why humanity struggles to coexist peacefully and why so many fail to care for such a beautiful world. Ed Dwight is currently based in Denver, working in his art studio producing bronze sculptures of historical figures.
 

Get Fit for A Better Future

One ATM health and fitness specialist provides seven simple exercises to help you live your best life for years to come. This article explores ways to maintain strength, flexibility, and balance, essential for enjoying life’s activities – whether it is playing with grandkids or handling daily tasks with ease. Incorporating these practices into your routine can reduce health risks and support lifelong mobility.

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About AARP:
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation’s largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org/about-aarp/, www.aarp.org/español or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media.

WASHINGTON—The first issue of AARP Bulletin in 2025 examines the physician shortage crisis and what it means for older adults. Additionally, this month’s issue provides insights on how to handle data breaches, tips for traveling with a medical device, a spotlight on the work of ombudsmen in nursing homes, and a message to our members from new AARP CEO Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan.

In the January/February 2025 issue of AARP Bulletin:

Cover Story: Where Have All the Doctors Gone?
America is facing an unprecedented shortage of physicians, which can lead to longer wait times and less attention provided to patients. With over 70 million Americans on Medicare, many with chronic conditions, longer wait times can mean worse health outcomes. This month’s cover story details the consequences of a smaller nationwide pool of physicians and the potential danger it presents to older Americans – plus, tips from top medical professionals on how to get the care you need if you are an older patient.

Is Your Personal Information Under Attack?
A record-setting 1.3 billion American consumer records – including Social Security, driver’s license, credit card, and health-related account numbers – were stolen in data breaches in 2024. What’s worse, a study co-sponsored by AARP indicates that most people do not know what to do after receiving an alert about fraudulent activity. Learn the critical steps to take after a data breach in this month’s Fraud Watch column.

Tips for Traveling with a Medical Device
This month’s issue of “Your Life” details how a simple bag mix-up at the airport left one Bulletin writer without her CPAP machine for days, leading to restless nights in a foreign country. Read how one simple step would have prevented the situation and other must-know tips for caregivers and travelers who fly with a medical device.

The Ombudsman Crisis in Nursing Homes
A long-term care ombudsman advocates on behalf of older residents and those with disabilities. They investigate and resolve complaints within residential facilities, and their work is crucial to ensuring individuals are treated correctly and with dignity. However, with increasingly limited funding, resources, and staff since the COVID-19 pandemic, a crisis is emerging nationwide. Read this month’s issue to get the latest on the situation and how to get in touch with your ombudsman.

Meet New AARP CEO Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan
In her career as a practicing physician, public health advocate, and a business leader, Dr. Minter-Jordan has devoted herself to improving the health and wellness of individuals. Writing for the Bulletin, she says, “I am determined to meet this moment. In many ways, I feel like my life and career have prepared me for it.” Learn more about AARP’s new CEO in this month’s issue.

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About AARP
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation’s largest-circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org/about-aarp/, www.aarp.org/español or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media.