Actress Donna Mills has set a clear boundary for her OnlyFans subscribers, firmly refusing requests to brush her teeth on camera. The 85-year-old Knots Landing star discussed her expanding digital footprint, audience engagement, and the possibility of releasing never-before-seen photographs from a historic Playboy shoot during an interview with correspondent Kayna Whitworth on ABC’s Nightline.
Mills uses the subscription platform to share her daily life, including Peloton workouts, making fresh orange juice, and drinking coffee. However, some fan requests have crossed her personal threshold. Among the more unusual appeals was a prompt for footage of her morning dental hygiene routine.
“I do the Peloton,” Mills said during the broadcast. “Just, you know, they’re the things of everyday life: having a cup of coffee, you know. They say they like it when you brush your teeth… I’m not going to brush another tooth-I’m not going to brush my teeth.”
The veteran television icon, who launched her OnlyFans page in July, noted that she approaches the platform on her own terms and prefers to keep a sense of mystery. Mills pointed to her famous 1989 Playboy appearance as an example of her preferred aesthetic, teasing that she is contemplating releasing unpublished outtakes from the same session to her subscribers for roughly $100 per photo.
“I think it’s s*xier to be not just totally… and have a little imagination about it,” Mills explained, recalling a specific image from the vintage layout featuring her wearing a dress in the shower.
Embracing the Digital Age at 85
Mills surprised the entertainment industry when she announced her entry into the creator economy over the summer. Speaking with Page Six at the time of her launch, the actress expressed zero hesitation about diving into a modern medium. “Honey, I’ve been in this business over 50 years… I’ve seen every trend come and go,” she remarked. “When something new comes along that lets me talk directly to the people who’ve stuck with me since Knots Landing, why wouldn’t I jump in?”
Managed by Creators Inc., her channel has proven to be a financial success. Andy Bachman, CEO of Creators Inc., revealed on a podcast appearance that Mills generated “many six figures” within her first month on the platform. Much of that early engagement was driven by unexpected viral moments, including quirky requests from foot enthusiasts asking her to stomp on grapes.
Mills took the niche request in stride, telling interviewers she plans to fulfill the grape-stomping video soon. “I tried to shoot it myself, but you can’t shoot something while you’re stomping, it just doesn’t work,” she laughed.
Challenging Aging Stereotypes
Beyond playful fan interactions, Mills views her digital presence as a way to challenge conventional expectations around aging. By keeping active with daily sit-ups, playing tennis multiple times a week, and sharing authentic lifestyle glimpses with her fan base, she hopes to inspire older women.
“When I kind of looked at it a few years ago and said, ‘What do I want to do with this portion of my life, this chapter in my life?’ I said, ‘I’d like to be an inspiration,'” Mills noted. “I’d like to show people, and particularly women, that it doesn’t have to be over. It’s just a new chapter.”
As for how her most famous television alter ego-the ruthless and ambitious Abby Cunningham from Knots Landing-would view her latest career pivot, Mills has no doubt. “She would say, ‘Go, girl!’ Without a doubt,” Mills said. “Abby would be all for it. She was for anything that was going to move her forward.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Donna Mills join OnlyFans?
Donna Mills officially launched her OnlyFans subscription account in July to connect more personally with longtime fans of her career.
What specific fan request did Donna Mills reject?
During her interview on ABC’s Nightline, Mills stated that she firmly rejects requests from subscribers asking her to film herself brushing her teeth.
How much does Donna Mills charge for unreleased Playboy photos?
Mills has suggested a price of around $100 to unlock previously unpublished outtakes from her historic 1989 Playboy magazine photoshoot.
What kind of content does Donna Mills post on her page?
Her content focuses on everyday lifestyle routines, including Peloton workouts, morning coffee, making fresh juice, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her home life.
How has her OnlyFans channel performed financially?
According to her management agency, Creators Inc., Mills generated “many six figures” during her very first month on the subscription platform.
