Menopause seems to be a taboo topic and is rarely discussed openly. Many people think it looks to be a “dirty” word or something to be ashamed of rather than a part of the aging process for women. It doesn’t occur at the same point in each woman’s life but every woman will go through it. Women who are unwilling to bring the topic into the public arena want to remove it from their own bodies.
However, that’s changing as a number of female celebrities open up about their personal experiences. Celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow, Cynthia Nixon, and Oprah Winfrey have changed many women’s minds and encouraged them to do the same.
Scrolling down to see stars who broke stereotypes about menopause with their honesty.
#1 Naomi Watts
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Naomi Watts has shed a light on an “uncomfortable conversation” and removed the stigma surrounding menopause. She admitted that menopause was a bit of a shock for her because it happened far too early and no one gave her any preparation”. Naomi really wants people who experience menopause to know that post-menopause can be a "liberating time”.
#2 Oprah Winfrey
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In her own magazine in 2019, Winfrey emphasized both the positive aspects of menopause and the importance of removing the stigma around it. Winfrey hopes to shed light on the mysteries of approaching menopause after realizing she was never prepared for its symptoms or physical repercussions.
#3 Gwyneth Paltrow
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The Oscar winner and lifestyle guru, Gwyneth Paltrow, talked about being "solidly in perimenopause. She shared experiencing all-over-the-place emotions and some physical symptoms such as a racing heart at bedtime, calling the hormonal shifts at this stage of life "no joke”.
#4 Cynthia Nixon
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The “Sex and the City” star shared that she went through menopause at the same time as her wife, Christine. She told Stella magazine: "there has been no sadness for me because once you hit 50, you're done”.
#5 Bette Midler
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Bette Midler star shared the challenges that a woman faces as reaching a specific stage. She has encouraged women not to stress about menopause since 2001.
#6 Sophie, Countess of Wessex
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In a roundtable discussion to support the “Menopause Workplace Pledge” campaign with the charity Wellbeing of Women, she claims that women having to leave the workplace because of menopause is tragic. She has called upon people to support the thousands of women out there who form the backbone of our workforce.
#7 Kim Cattrall
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In an interview with Cosmopolitan, the “Sex and the City” actress took a more serious approach to the topic. She has gone through menopause for six years so she felt so empowered talking about it. She’s encouraged women not to be shameful because it is just a natural part of life.
#8 Salma Hayek
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Salma Hayek shared her experience with menopause. At that time, she took a deep breath and said to herself that everything would be fine. Women could try this tip.
#9 Angelina Jolie
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Angelina Jolie revealed that her high risk of ovarian cancer caused her to go into early menopause. Therefore, she underwent elective surgery to remove her ovaries and fallopian tubes. The Hollywood star shared: "I feel at ease with whatever will come, not because I am strong but because this is a part of life. It is nothing to be feared".