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Comedian Jeff Hiller enjoys exercising while listening to celebrity memoirs.
“Celebrity memoirs aren’t the only books I read, but I definitely have a soft spot for them,” he shares with Page Six. He also enjoys works by Michael Cunningham and Miranda July, but remarks, “As a middle-aged gay man, there comes a time when you just have to embrace your love for celebrity stories, like Candice Bergen’s fascinating life.”
Hiller mentions that he used to do most of his reading on the subway, but since the pandemic, he has switched to listening to audiobooks during his exercise sessions.
On June 10, Hiller released his own series of autobiographical essays titled “Actress of a Certain Age.”
“I want my book to make readers feel as though they’re spending time with a friend; I hope it makes them laugh out loud in public places and feel a bit silly doing so,” says Hiller.
“Essentially, I want to celebrate our individual quirks because, at the end of the day, we’re all a little weird,” he adds.
Below are Hiller’s top six must-read books.
“Handbook for an Unpredictable Life” by Rosie Perez
“This engaging book showcases Perez’s intelligence, creativity, and resilience. Her distinctive writing style is a pleasure to read, and the audiobook version features her actual voice, adding a personal touch!”
“Just As I Am” by Cicely Tyson
“Tyson’s memoir is insightful yet entertaining. She delves into serious topics such as her art, activism, and rocky marriage with Miles Davis, but also shares lighter moments like her role as Lenny Kravitz’s godmother and her legal battle with Liz Taylor. It’s a perfect blend of depth and gossip.”
“I Said Yes to Everything” by Lee Grant
“Grant’s memoir recounts her remarkable life, from being blacklisted in Hollywood to winning an Oscar at 49 and directing in her late 50s, all while navigating the challenges of a public and personal life.”
“Dying of Politeness” by Geena Davis
“Davis has lived an extraordinary life, from starring in blockbuster films to mastering archery, even keeping a pet donkey. Her memoir is as intriguing and diverse as her life experiences.”
“Yours Cruelly, Elvira” by Cassandra Peterson
“Peterson sheds her Elvira persona to share heartfelt and humorous stories from her life, including her early days as a Las Vegas showgirl and encounters with celebrities like Elvis and Sammy Davis Jr.”
“There Are Worse Things I Could Do” by Adrienne Barbeau
“Barbeau offers a candid look at her career, including her time as Rizzo in Broadway’s ‘Grease’. Her memoir also humorously addresses how she’s often remembered for her physical attributes rather than her professional talents.”