Ricki Lake Bares All for Vulnerable Post About 'Self Love'

Actress and TV host Ricki Lake took to social media to celebrate her personal journey of self-acceptance.

The 54-year-old posted a photo of herself sitting in an outdoor tub as it fills up with water, wearing nothing but some jewelry. She holds her arms around herself, smiling with her eyes closed.

Lake gave the post a meaningful caption, writing, "Hands down, these days are the best of my life. 54 1/2 years old (young!) Grateful for all that had to happen for me to get to here. A place of complete self-acceptance and self love.♥️ Ross, you make every adventure the most fun ever.♥️ Oh and #millvalley is the s--t!"

She also added a few hashtags: "#nature #redwoods #love #gratitude #groundedeuphoria #selflove."

The comments were filled with supportive notes from friends and fans, with Rosie O'Donnell writing, "i can’t explain how much i adore u ❤️."

Actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley added, "YESSSS!!! Is that a cold or warm bath? Need to fully feel this… 😁," while Rachael Harris said, "You just keep getting better and better lady❤️🙌👏👏👏."

Professional dancer Mark Kanemura, who appeared in seasons four and seven of So You Think You Can Dance, also complimented Lake in the comments, writing, "Wow!!!!!! All of the love and light that is just beaming out of you!!! 😍🤩 absolutely beautiful!!!"

Fans echoed these sentiments, with one sweet comment reading, "May you have this aura around you for a very very very long time. 💜🕊️💜."

Lake has been open about dealing with depression and self-esteem issues over the years, but lately, she's been working on self-acceptance and celebrating her happy life with her kids and new husband, Ross Burningham.