In a world where society has placed rigid stereotypes on everyone, it's truly refreshing to see some celebrities boldly crush these outdated beliefs and challenge all the expectations. This could mean staying single or choosing to wear pink. It could also mean men finally got to wear pretty dresses and women can choose whether or not they want a baby. Either way, these celebs are just a little busy living their best lives, and we're all here for it!
Today we've rounded up 16 celebrities who couldn't care less about societal standards. Some of them have broken barriers in their respective industries, while others have inspired others with their unapologetic authenticity. So, get ready to laugh, be inspired, and maybe even question some of your own preconceptions. Because when it comes to these 16 celebrities, traditional stereotypes just don't apply.
#1 Drew Barrymore сlaims “aging is a luxury.”
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“I’m now determined more than ever to show my daughters that aging is a luxury. If we’re lucky, we are all going to age. I just want them to be at peace with who they are and not what they look like,” she said. She wants her daughters to focus on being themselves and not their outer appearance.
#2 Adele rarely shaves her legs.
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The “Hello” singer stated in an interview that she recently shaved her legs for the first time in a month, and only shaves when on tour. And when the reporter asked her if her boyfriend minded, she claimed: “I'll have no man telling me to shave my f**kin' legs”. We are totally with her on this one.
#3 Harry Styles enjoys feminine fashions choices
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Who still remembers Harry’s Gucci Dress rocking Vogue's cover? From his time in One Direction, where he was perceived as a teen heartthrob and labeled as a "womanizer," Harry Styles has transformed into a trendsetting fashion icon as a solo artist, challenging traditional gender norms. By doing so, he has opened the door for other artists and public ps, regardless of gender, to reject the constraints of toxic masculinity.
#4 Andie MacDowell believes aging doesn’t mean losing the beauty
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Andie MacDowell opposes the idea that women become less attractive with age. In an interview, the famous actress stated that she was shocked when a journalist asked her how it felt to lose her beauty with age. She believes aging is not about losing beauty but experiencing a different kind of beauty that can make one feel more beautiful.
#5 Uma Thurman gave birth to her third child at the age of 42.
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Uma Thurman recently had her third child, a daughter named Rosalind, in 2021 at the age of 42 with her partner, Arpad Busson. Her first two children, Maya and Levon, were with her ex-husband, Ethan Hawke.
#6 Mena Suvari removed her breast implants.
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Mena Suvari had breast implants when she was young but eventually had them removed because she started to regret the decision. Now, she is happy as ever and we are all happy for her.
#7 Demi Moore loves her younger boyfriend
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Demi Moore has been in relationships with younger men, including her ex-husband Ashton Kutcher, who was 16 years younger than her. Her new boyfriend, Daniel Humm, is 13 years her junior. So what? Nothing’s wrong with a younger boyfriend as long as it’s true love!
#8 Nicole Kidman gave birth for the first time at 40 and had another daughter via surrogate
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During her marriage to Tom Cruise, Nicole Kidman suffered two miscarriages that had a lingering impact on her. Fortunately, she then successfully gave birth to her first biological child at the age of 40 with her husband, Keith Urban, despite being told that she had a 2% chance of conceiving. The couple also had a second daughter through surrogacy.
#9 Christy Turlington loves her wrinkles
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The supermodel is learning to love and welcome her wrinkles as she’s getting older. “Everybody is so anti-aging, but I don’t want to look younger than I am. Our face is a map of our life, the more that’s there, the better,” she said.
#10 Kim Cattrall encourages women to embrace menopause
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Despite being a taboo topic for years, menopause is as normal as any other stage of life. Kim noted, ’’I don’t think it’s shameful. It’s as natural as having a child — it really is; it’s part of life. Physically, it’s part of how we’re made; hormonally, it’s how we’re constructed; chemically, it’s how we work’’. She wants women to stop feeling ashamed or embarrassed of menopause.
#11 Jennifer Lawrence changed her dress to feel comfortable during the period
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Jennifer Lawrence values her comfort more than anything. So, when she got her period right before the Golden Globes 2016, she chose to change into a looser red dress to relax. Yes, comfort comes first!
#12 Angelina Jolie eats insects and spiders.
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Angelina Jolie loves eating insects and spiders. Her kids also love to snack on the crickets. Other celebrities, including Nicole Kidman, Zac Efron, and
Justin Timberlake, reportedly enjoy insects in their diets too.
#13 Billy Porter with outfits that show gender-fluidity
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Billy Porter does not play around when it comes to red carpet-outfits. From his famous Christian Siriano tuxedo gown worn to the Oscars to his gold Egyptian Sun God look at the 2019 Met Gala, he transcends gender roles everywhere he goes.
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At 52 years old, Jennifer Aniston serves as an inspiration for those who believe that being single equates to unhappiness. The stunning actress has yet to have children, but her career is thriving, most recently with her collaboration with Reese Witherspoon on The Morning Show.
#15 Miley Cyrus opens up about her sexuality.
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Miley Cyrus has been vocal about her sexuality, discussing her relationships with both men and women, and identifying as gender-fluid since her divorce from Liam Hemsworth. A strong advocate for LGBTQ rights, Cyrus has always been forthright about her views on sexuality, saying she doesn't believe in labels.
Miley said: “My whole life, I didn’t understand my gender and my sexuality. I always hated the word bisexual because that put me in a box. I never think about someone being a boy or someone being a girl.”
#16 Brigitte Nielsen decided to give birth after 50
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There is nothing such as “the right age” for a celeb to have a baby. At 54 years old, Brigitte Nielsen gave birth to her fifth child, which she describes as an easy pregnancy and quick postpartum recovery.