Ernie Hudson on Defying Age: How the “Ghostbusters” Star Stays Fit and Focused Near 80
29 Jan 2026
Ernie Hudson, the celebrated actor best known for his role as "Winston Zeddemore" in the Ghostbusters franchise, is giving a master class in longevity, fitness, and aging with purpose. In a recent Men’s Health Strong Talk interview, APB exclusive speaker Hudson opened up about what it’s really like to approach 80 with strength, resilience, and a commitment to healthy living.
At the heart of his philosophy is a dedication to the basics: regular physical activity, everyday movement, and the discipline to keep his body active. In the Strong Talk conversation with Men’s Health fitness director Ebenezer Samuel and exercise physiologist Dr. Pat Davidson, Hudson explained that his fitness routine emphasizes foundational exercises that he can perform anywhere: from daily push-ups and bodyweight squats to planks, leg lifts, and stretching.
He avoids chasing unattainable ideals, focusing instead on maintaining functional strength, preventing muscle loss, and controlling his weight—aspects of health that become increasingly important with age. As Hudson continues to defy age stereotypes, he serves as a reminder that strength isn’t measured in how much weight one lifts or how fast one runs, but in the consistency of effort and the decision to keep moving forward, day by day.