Despite having the physique a 20something would envy, Paterson kept it pretty modest while reflecting on his milestone birthday.
“Still holding up. Sure, a few clicks and snaps. But overall, I’ll take it. I feel neither young nor old. I just feel … right,” he captioned a photo wearing nothing weightlifting gloves. “Sleep, exercise and broccoli. The keys to longevity. And some chocolate and, ok, definitely some … you know (hubba hubba).”
He added: “Let’s get it on! And, keep it going. If you let Mother Nature take her course, she’ll treat you well. You just can’t fool Mother Nature!”
Patterson is also shattering societal expectations of what can be achieved as we mature.
While he always maintained a healthy lifestyle, he began to really transform physically after coming out of the closet in December 2015, at the age of 56.
“I got much more serious about my gym time in my early fifties and then at fifty-nine, I decided to compete in physique competitions,” the father of four grown children previously told the Daily Mail. “That’s when I really transformed my body into what you see today. But, while how I look is wonderful, the more important outcome is how I feel physically.”
Paterson bulked up enough to enter two national bodybuilding competitions, but did it all the old fashioned way by sweating it out in the gym.
“I often get asked if I’m on steroids or what supplements do, I take; I do none of those and my natural testosterone level is actually above the normal range,” he told the outlet. “I attribute that to the fact that I have maintained my muscle tone.”
In his personal life, Paterson has also found his match in partner Sheldon Joseph.
The pair have been together for several years, travel the world together, and even have a joint Instagram account to highlight their matching musculature.
The two make for one very handsome and fit couple.
Despite being in great physical shape, Paterson addressed how Father Time can’t be fully avoided, but still offered encouragement for people of all ages to heed.
“Yes, I do need to monitor the hair in my ears, wonder where my readers are, do my anti-sciatica stretches, and my backflip rotation has slowed,” Paterson wrote in a follow-up birthday post. “But, just know, it can be a wonderful time of life. We have the power to make it so.”
Wise words from a gorgeous man.
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He does look like fun. A few ”relaxed” poses/photos would be great. He’s a bit stiff. Ridged and tight.
He looks a bit tense, like he needs a complete rubdown with olive oil. RELAX!
And the car…..no. And his friends eating….do people still wave phones around at supper? Why?
Does being nasty make you feel better about yourself? No, I thought not. Being this hateful takes so much energy and doesn’t make you feel better, you are still hate yourself at the end of the day.
You know a lot of Gays? You sound provincial and very unsophisticated. Move on and into the big city child. You’ll be overwhelmed with variety….people who come in all shapes and colors. Sweetie…live before it’s too late.
@abfab
I can’t help looking at Madonna if I’m browsing this site. And I don’t despise her. I think she’s ridiculous.
BTW, I read all your comments, too, and don’t think much of them. But you could at least appreciate the attention and say something nice every once in a blue moon.
Would it help any if I tell you that I think Jennifer Saunders’ Madonna impression is far superior to the real thing? Because she’s doing it for laughs.
LOL!! Great comment, Freddie. I like Madonna but she has ruined her legacy and become a punchline by being ridiculous and desperate to pretend that she’s young.
Dude you’re obsessed with Madonna. You leave these boring/unimaginative comments on all her posts. This post was not even about her and you still made it about…..Madonna. Do you not see that this only keeps her relevant? People like you do not feel good inside and want everyone else to feel the same way.
@Gabby
Yeah, like I’m going to change my behavior because you’re playing internet shrink. I may comment on Madonna again in the near future on another thread. Fair warning.
Stevie Nicks is scheduled to perform here in October, I think. Way better than Madonna. But I don’t do concerts. People never sound as good live as they do on a recording.
Hair dye doesn’t always make someone “look youthful” – sometimes it has the opposite effect – and he’s not trying for that anyway, he just enjoys working out.
So much hate for your elders. You do realize that, if you’re lucky, you’ll be old too. I don’t know you, but I highly doubt you’ll look anywhere near as good as he does at 65
Sorry but it takes one to know one. Seriously who do you think you are calling people that? Maybe try being what you wish to see in the world, compassionate!
He’s extraordinary for almost any age. Kudos to him for taking the time to be his best self. As to the Madonna comparison, I’m sure she takes care of herself physically, but has had a lot of cosmetic surgery. Mr. Paterson has a very handsome, “lived in” face, so little, if any cosmetic procedures.
So proud for him. He looks great for any age. Very proud that he’s doing it natural with no ‘roids nor even the need for test supplements. (Steroids would have give him much more defined and even larger muscles) LOVE the fact that he has dodged any desire to ink that beautiful body more than his workout results.
As for the haters of the Gray hair. Just hope you have hair at 65 and I’m certain you never did nor never will look this fit. For the other haters/doubters, Why can overweight people not be discussed without claims of “Fat Shaming”, yet fit people are always accused of Steroids or surgery? Double standards much? At his size, I doubt he’s in need of any blood pressure meds, cholesterol meds, insulin, or any other medical care typical with overweight people. His taking care of himself is helping the financial drain on the health care system. What are you haters doing to help?
Sadly, being overweight is not the only reason one ends up on those meds. Though I’m not anywhere near the shape this guy is in, I am in decent shape and at the proper weight. I was also on no medication. One heart attack later and I’m on a complete regimen of pills. And I’m anticipating insulin use just because of my family history.
What’s with all the hate here? I hope y’all realize that, if you’re really lucky, you’ll live to be 65 and, if you’re really, really, really lucky, you’ll look half as good as this guy does. Everybody really should know this, but making hateful comments only makes YOU look bad. Lighten up.
@gjamesm40
He looks remarkably young for 65. Do you actually know any folks in their 80’s? Have you watched a presidential news conference lately? Have you seen Patrick Stewart in “Picard”? Have you seen Mitch McConnell?
FreddieW, you are mentioning men in their 80s (Biden, McConnell). You do realize there is a difference between 65 and 80, right? (Like FIFTEEN YEARS.)
That said, this man looks great for 65. Other men in the news who are 65: Alec Baldwin, Gary Oldman, Drew Carey, Kevin Bacon, and Donny Osmond. Compare this gentleman to them. Not to 80 year olds, sheesh!
@Kangol2
Yes, I’m mentioning men in thrir 80’s because the person I was responding to said he looked like he was pushing 80. He doesn’t look like that at all. He looks great! I’m 59, and he looks about my age to me.
He looks incredible for his age. Very handsome too. I honestly thought when I read he has a partner that the pic was going to be him with a 20 yr old hanging off his arm. To my surprise he has an age appropriate boyfriend, which makes him even more attractive to me.
They both look like they take care of themselves and are close in age, which was refreshing. Now, can we have a few more TV shows and films about gay men, of all races, in this age range and, generally, who’re 40-75? Is that too much to ask?
This is not the type of physique I would want for myself at 65, but I am happy to see a 65 y/o exhibiting this level of muscular development and maintenance without steroids. His muscles look very natural. I do think he should use the self-tanners or supplements that bodybuilders use for a darker skin shade, which enhances this kind of silhouette.
I swear most of the comments here have to be bots. Otherwise I have no hope for humanity. The guy is an unattractive 75 year old. The gays drooling over this need professional help.
Can’t wait till each and every negative commenter turns 65. Then look at yourself in the mirror and you’ll have wished you look half as good as this fine man.
I am 73, never did and certainly never will have a body like that. My hair started turning gray in my mid-30s. I have more of it on my face than I do on my head.
There is only one alternative to getting older ….. so take your pick.
It’s fascinating how many bitter individuals online, having neither evidence nor experience nor common decency, fancy themselves experts on ageing, fitness, and civility.
He looks great for his age but there is no way he isn’t using steroids or taking testosterone replacement. No way. Those bulging veins are a clear sign he isn’t as drug free as he claims to be and I really doubt that anyone can have that bulky fat-free body at 65 being “all natural”. False advertising.
Reading all these comments show how this community is doomed to be eliminated by fight wing fascists. So much hate within our own community no wonder our rights are being stripped away. Jaded, bitter, ageist kitties clawin away to feel superior.
Use that energy to fight against the common foe not each other.
But that would be asking too much from such vapidity.
@thatsbrilliant
Not ALL THE THESE COMMENTS were jaded, and what the hell are agest kitties clawin mean? Many had very nice remarks about this man. So, chill and don’t give up the fight.
I so so wish pictures of posters were mandatory right now. ANYBODY who denies this guy has a great physique, or that he doesn’t look especially great for his age is either a troll or just a damn idiot!!
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storm45701
Leave the light on, daddy; I’m coming home.
abfab
He does look like fun. A few ”relaxed” poses/photos would be great. He’s a bit stiff. Ridged and tight.
He looks a bit tense, like he needs a complete rubdown with olive oil. RELAX!
And the car…..no. And his friends eating….do people still wave phones around at supper? Why?
dbmcvey
The car was an ad, I suspect it was a paid commercial gig. That was a choice by whoever put this story together. I didn’t see the people eating.
gjamesm40
65? Sure. I’d say closer to 75. Either way, he looks ridiculous.
jcool
when was the last time someone called you a nasty b*tch? i mean before right now.
dbmcvey
I’d say you’re a sad, bitter, lonely queen.
Mr. Stadnick
Does being nasty make you feel better about yourself? No, I thought not. Being this hateful takes so much energy and doesn’t make you feel better, you are still hate yourself at the end of the day.
abfab
gjamesm40 is more into the George Santos type of stud.
COTTONTOP
Haters gotta hate
gjamesm40
I know a lot of gays have terrible taste in men but come on. They guy isn’t attractive and looks like he is pushing 80.
abfab
Dear sweet baby james.
You know a lot of Gays? You sound provincial and very unsophisticated. Move on and into the big city child. You’ll be overwhelmed with variety….people who come in all shapes and colors. Sweetie…live before it’s too late.
dbmcvey
James went really hard with the hate here. It seems personal.
jcool
jamie boy
first he was 75, all of a sudden he’s 80 – so i’m calling you a nasty b*tch again, because you are
dhm
I could respond to your comment , but then , ‘why throw pearls before swine’?
FreddieW
I can’t believe you compared him with Madonna. Or it being here, I guess I can.
Kudos to him for not wearing a mouth grill or a boy toy accessory.
Gabby
Freddie you seem disappointed with life. Sorry.
Man About Town
They’re both 65 and extremely conscientious about fitness, so how could it not be a valid comparison?
FreddieW
Madonna doesn’t look conscientious about fitness to me. She looks obsessed with appearing younger but thwarted at every attempt.
abfab
You seem to be spending way too much of your life looking at someone you despise. Either way Fred, you’re way off.
FreddieW
@abfab
I can’t help looking at Madonna if I’m browsing this site. And I don’t despise her. I think she’s ridiculous.
BTW, I read all your comments, too, and don’t think much of them. But you could at least appreciate the attention and say something nice every once in a blue moon.
FreddieW
Would it help any if I tell you that I think Jennifer Saunders’ Madonna impression is far superior to the real thing? Because she’s doing it for laughs.
abfab
VOTE PENCE
ScottOnEarth
LOL!! Great comment, Freddie. I like Madonna but she has ruined her legacy and become a punchline by being ridiculous and desperate to pretend that she’s young.
Gabby
Dude you’re obsessed with Madonna. You leave these boring/unimaginative comments on all her posts. This post was not even about her and you still made it about…..Madonna. Do you not see that this only keeps her relevant? People like you do not feel good inside and want everyone else to feel the same way.
FreddieW
@Gabby
Yeah, like I’m going to change my behavior because you’re playing internet shrink. I may comment on Madonna again in the near future on another thread. Fair warning.
abfab
”mouth grill or a boy toy accessory” Hey Frd U B hip! Just so you know, Debby Boone is coming to your podunk town. Move on.
FreddieW
Debby Boone? Is she still around?
Stevie Nicks is scheduled to perform here in October, I think. Way better than Madonna. But I don’t do concerts. People never sound as good live as they do on a recording.
Diplomat
If he’s trying to look youthful the grey hair doesn’t cut it.
FreddieW
Why youthful? How many young people are in that shape? His gray hair looks great.
still_onthemark
Hair dye doesn’t always make someone “look youthful” – sometimes it has the opposite effect – and he’s not trying for that anyway, he just enjoys working out.
dbmcvey
That’s what you got out of this, huh? Bitterness is really unattractive.
abfab
Diploid still applies Grecian Formula daily.
COTTONTOP
So you think he’d look better as a fake? Interesting. Says a LOT about you.
charlie_jackpot
Are steroids good for an ageing body?
dbmcvey
Sad, bitter queens.
Mr. Stadnick
Reading articles before you post comments is good for an ageing body.
COTTONTOP
So much hate for your elders. You do realize that, if you’re lucky, you’ll be old too. I don’t know you, but I highly doubt you’ll look anywhere near as good as he does at 65
gjamesm40
1. He looks much older than 65
2. He doesn’t look good
I swear you gays who are lusting over him have to be trolling
dbmcvey
James, did he reject you on Grindr or something? Your hate here seems psychotic.
dbmcvey
Absolutely gorgeous!
Interesting to read the responses of the sad, bitter, jealous queens on this.
frapachino
Sorry but it takes one to know one. Seriously who do you think you are calling people that? Maybe try being what you wish to see in the world, compassionate!
abfab
Follow the dots, frapo. It’s not that difficult.
dbmcvey
Frap, I’m sorry no one loves you, but if it’s any help it’s entirely because of your terrible personality.
abfab
It takes one to know one. Still the most ineffective retort going.
gjamesm40
Honey, you need glasses.
dbmcvey
@gjamesm40,
No, you need glasses. This man is objectively beautiful.
If you weren’t such a bitter, narrow-minded queen someone might start caring what you think. Did you just join this site to post stupid sh*t?
abfab
@james….if an older man comes on to you at the bar and he’s not wearing glasses………go for it.
jp47
He’s extraordinary for almost any age. Kudos to him for taking the time to be his best self. As to the Madonna comparison, I’m sure she takes care of herself physically, but has had a lot of cosmetic surgery. Mr. Paterson has a very handsome, “lived in” face, so little, if any cosmetic procedures.
abfab
His husband is quite humpy. Nice tits. Beefier.
Openminded
So proud for him. He looks great for any age. Very proud that he’s doing it natural with no ‘roids nor even the need for test supplements. (Steroids would have give him much more defined and even larger muscles) LOVE the fact that he has dodged any desire to ink that beautiful body more than his workout results.
As for the haters of the Gray hair. Just hope you have hair at 65 and I’m certain you never did nor never will look this fit. For the other haters/doubters, Why can overweight people not be discussed without claims of “Fat Shaming”, yet fit people are always accused of Steroids or surgery? Double standards much? At his size, I doubt he’s in need of any blood pressure meds, cholesterol meds, insulin, or any other medical care typical with overweight people. His taking care of himself is helping the financial drain on the health care system. What are you haters doing to help?
theaterbloke
Sadly, being overweight is not the only reason one ends up on those meds. Though I’m not anywhere near the shape this guy is in, I am in decent shape and at the proper weight. I was also on no medication. One heart attack later and I’m on a complete regimen of pills. And I’m anticipating insulin use just because of my family history.
COTTONTOP
What’s with all the hate here? I hope y’all realize that, if you’re really lucky, you’ll live to be 65 and, if you’re really, really, really lucky, you’ll look half as good as this guy does. Everybody really should know this, but making hateful comments only makes YOU look bad. Lighten up.
gjamesm40
I’d hope I would look a hell of a lot better than that at 65.
FreddieW
@gjamesm40
He looks remarkably young for 65. Do you actually know any folks in their 80’s? Have you watched a presidential news conference lately? Have you seen Patrick Stewart in “Picard”? Have you seen Mitch McConnell?
Kangol2
FreddieW, you are mentioning men in their 80s (Biden, McConnell). You do realize there is a difference between 65 and 80, right? (Like FIFTEEN YEARS.)
That said, this man looks great for 65. Other men in the news who are 65: Alec Baldwin, Gary Oldman, Drew Carey, Kevin Bacon, and Donny Osmond. Compare this gentleman to them. Not to 80 year olds, sheesh!
dbmcvey
@COTTONTOP,
Just a lot of terrible, bitter people.
FreddieW
@Kangol2
Yes, I’m mentioning men in thrir 80’s because the person I was responding to said he looked like he was pushing 80. He doesn’t look like that at all. He looks great! I’m 59, and he looks about my age to me.
Claytonisahobo
He looks incredible for his age. Very handsome too. I honestly thought when I read he has a partner that the pic was going to be him with a 20 yr old hanging off his arm. To my surprise he has an age appropriate boyfriend, which makes him even more attractive to me.
Kangol2
They both look like they take care of themselves and are close in age, which was refreshing. Now, can we have a few more TV shows and films about gay men, of all races, in this age range and, generally, who’re 40-75? Is that too much to ask?
bachy
This is not the type of physique I would want for myself at 65, but I am happy to see a 65 y/o exhibiting this level of muscular development and maintenance without steroids. His muscles look very natural. I do think he should use the self-tanners or supplements that bodybuilders use for a darker skin shade, which enhances this kind of silhouette.
Kangol2
Not my type but Papa is definitely fit AF and giving 65 a whole new look!
gjamesm40
65, looking 75 !
gjamesm40
I swear most of the comments here have to be bots. Otherwise I have no hope for humanity. The guy is an unattractive 75 year old. The gays drooling over this need professional help.
dbmcvey
You seem really angry at this guy. Did he do turn you down? Steal your boyfriend? You seem kind of deranged here.
thatsbrilliant
Use this energy to fight back at the folks that are taking away our rights.
It’ll do a conscience good.
JRamonMc
Can’t wait till each and every negative commenter turns 65. Then look at yourself in the mirror and you’ll have wished you look half as good as this fine man.
gjamesm40
Lol, I truly hope I don’t look 75 when I’m 65 like this guy.
JMD41
He has a beautiful face and smile.
I am 73, never did and certainly never will have a body like that. My hair started turning gray in my mid-30s. I have more of it on my face than I do on my head.
There is only one alternative to getting older ….. so take your pick.
surfnspy
If you like, it wasn’t difficult to find his porn on Twitter. Under @dad.
toddlicious
No steroids, HGH, or testosterone replacement here… This is so unrealistic for 98% of men.
abfab
So are you.
MickeyMoose
It’s fascinating how many bitter individuals online, having neither evidence nor experience nor common decency, fancy themselves experts on ageing, fitness, and civility.
YellowMarc
He looks great for his age but there is no way he isn’t using steroids or taking testosterone replacement. No way. Those bulging veins are a clear sign he isn’t as drug free as he claims to be and I really doubt that anyone can have that bulky fat-free body at 65 being “all natural”. False advertising.
Archie
Nipples pointing down is a telltale sign of roids.
thatsbrilliant
Reading all these comments show how this community is doomed to be eliminated by fight wing fascists. So much hate within our own community no wonder our rights are being stripped away. Jaded, bitter, ageist kitties clawin away to feel superior.
Use that energy to fight against the common foe not each other.
But that would be asking too much from such vapidity.
abfab
@thatsbrilliant
Not ALL THE THESE COMMENTS were jaded, and what the hell are agest kitties clawin mean? Many had very nice remarks about this man. So, chill and don’t give up the fight.
Rambeaux
He looks fantastic!
All of the VERY hard work that he puts in to maintaining his health is to be admired.
gjamesm40
He looks like a damn fool.
dbmcvey
James, you’re obsessed. You just seem crazy now.
gjamesm40
The crazy ones think this old man looks good.
davidintampa
Regardless of all the bitter, catty queen comments below, there’s no denying he looks great… really sexy, confident and super fit. Good for him!
gjamesm40
He looks ridiculous.
thatsbrilliant
@gjamesm40
Not as ridiculous as your ugly comments
marylandlondon
Death becomes her ! ?
Openminded
I so so wish pictures of posters were mandatory right now. ANYBODY who denies this guy has a great physique, or that he doesn’t look especially great for his age is either a troll or just a damn idiot!!
gjamesm40
No, the damn idiots are the ones that think this guy looks remotely good.
nm4047
lots of sun damage there or maybe his grindr/internet age has been used.
gjamesm40
Thank you. Someone else with common sense. This man is at least 75.