Brooke Shields has a specific reason for choosing only one of her daughters to inherit her jewelry after her passing.
The accomplished actress shared her rationale with Only Natural Diamonds, revealing that she intends to pass on her jewelry collection solely to her younger daughter, Grier Henchy, who is 19 years old.
This decision excludes her elder daughter, 22-year-old Rowan Henchy, for a straightforward reason.
In a candid moment, Shields joked about her decision by saying she ‘literally cannot do it again’ in reference to Rowan.
While some might view this as a tough decision, Shields explained her reasoning with clarity.
According to her, Rowan has misplaced “every piece” of jewelry she has ever given her, whereas Grier seems to have a better appreciation for the jewelry’s value.
“Grier understands the difference between real and ‘real’ pieces,” Shields noted, indicating that Grier’s understanding of the jewelry’s significance influenced her decision.
This might make the decision appear less harsh, as it reflects the idea that trust is built on reliability.
Shields further admired Grier’s appreciation for the jewelry, stating: “It’s not about the gold or diamonds alone.”
“She recognizes the history, craftsmanship, and the stories behind these pieces,” Shields elaborated.
Brooke Shields has a strong connection to jewelry and diamonds, largely due to memories associated with her mother, who passed away in 2012.
Shields remarked: “My mom always said, ‘Buy yourself your own diamond — don’t wait to be given one from a man.”
Her mother gifted her first emerald-cut diamond, which was set in a Verdura cuff, symbolizing a milestone of independence and self-validation for Shields.
Through her recollections of shopping for diamonds with her mother around the globe, Shields cherishes these moments deeply.
“Ever since I was a little girl, everywhere we traveled, we searched for a jewelry store — in Asia, it was pearls; elsewhere, diamonds or brooches,” she reflected.
Shields believes this fascination with jewelry might have stemmed from her mother’s upbringing during the Depression era in Newark, where jewelry symbolized a future ambition.