All articles tagged with #empowerment
Teyana Taylor won the Golden Globes for Best Supporting Actress for One Battle After Another, marking her first Globes win; she cried on stage, thanked Paul Thomas Anderson, and used her acceptance to tell Black women they belong in every room and to cherish moments with loved ones, as she addressed her daughters and called for space for Black voices.
Paul Feig's 'The Housemaid' is a twisty psychological horror-thriller that explores themes of power, privilege, and manipulation, featuring nudity and dark humor, with standout performances by Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, and it delivers a satirical look at the ultra-rich with unexpected turns and a satisfying ending.
During a Miss Universe preliminary event in Bangkok, contestant Miss Mexico Fatima Bosch and several others walked out after a pageant official insulted her and ordered her to be quiet, sparking controversy and discussions on respect and empowerment. The incident, captured on video, led to public apologies and ongoing pageant preparations for the upcoming final.
Sydney Sweeney attended a Variety event in Los Angeles wearing a sheer silver gown, going braless for a bold red carpet look, while also speaking about female empowerment and self-expression through fashion.
Starting September 11, 2025, three zodiac signs—Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces—enter a powerful new era marked by self-discovery, bravery, and major breakthroughs, as astrological energies encourage them to embrace their true selves and seize new opportunities.
Lizzo is redefining her life and body on her own terms, emphasizing empowerment and self-reinvention, though specific details are not provided in the article.
The author shares her journey from disliking to embracing oral sex, overcoming childhood trauma, societal taboos, and personal fears through self-reflection, boundary-setting, and trying new approaches like latex undies, ultimately transforming her relationship with her sexuality and herself.
Kathryn Hahn discusses feeling more powerful in her career now than in her twenties, attributing this to having more control and say in her roles. She reflects on personal life transitions, including her son's growth and her own experience with menopause, which she describes as unexpectedly challenging but empowering. Hahn's current role in the Marvel series 'Agatha All Along' is seen as an affirmation of her power and complexity as an actress over 40, challenging Hollywood's typical perceptions of aging women.
Natalie Portman revealed on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon" that a compliment from Rihanna at Paris Fashion Week helped her cope with her divorce from Benjamin Millepied. Portman described the empowering moment as exactly what she needed during the difficult time. The couple, who married in 2012 and share two children, finalized their divorce in February 2023.
Brooke Shields has launched a new hair-care line aimed at empowering women over 40, addressing issues like hair loss and texture changes. She identified a market gap and developed products focused on scalp health and hair growth after extensive research and collaboration.
Venus Williams is among nine female athletes to be honored with their own Barbie dolls by Mattel, celebrating Barbie's 65th anniversary and the impact of sports on self-confidence and empowerment. The other athletes include gymnasts, soccer players, a boxer, a swimmer, a paratriathlete, and a track and field runner from various countries. Williams expressed her honor in being recognized as a sports role model and aligning with Barbie's mission to inspire young girls.
A group of over 250 healthcare professionals have responded to The Lancet's recent series on menopause, criticizing its claims as out of touch with the lived experiences of women and outdated data. They argue that women are often not given the option of medical treatments for menopausal symptoms and that the series perpetuates a dismissive attitude towards these symptoms. The professionals emphasize the need for up-to-date science and standards of care to support women entering the menopausal transition, highlighting the importance of addressing a wide range of symptoms beyond hot flashes and advocating for patient empowerment.
Megyn Kelly criticized Beyoncé's version of Dolly Parton's "Jolene," stating that it misses the mark on empowerment by changing the original vulnerable narrative to one of aggression and threats. Kelly expressed concern about the modern definition of a strong woman and the pressure to embody a tough, emotionless persona, arguing that vulnerability and softness should not be seen as non-feminine. She disagreed with Beyoncé's portrayal of empowerment and suggested that the new version of the song conveys an entirely different message.
Rebel Wilson reveals in her memoir, "Rebel Rising," that she lost her virginity at 35 and identifies the person as "Mickey." She later confirmed in a New York Times Q&A that it was her former boyfriend, Mickey Gooch Jr., who was the first to read about it. Wilson shared her story to break the stigma associated with losing one's virginity at a later age and to empower others to make their own choices. She hopes to reassure young people that not everyone has to lose their virginity as a teenager and that women should feel empowered to make their own decisions about their sexuality.
Shakira expressed her disapproval of the film "Barbie," stating that her sons found it emasculating and she agrees to a certain extent, emphasizing the importance of empowering women without diminishing men's roles. She believes in the complementarity of men and women in society and acknowledges the existence of the patriarchy. Shakira also shared her admiration for Wonder Woman as a symbol of empowerment and strength during a time when women were not in prominent roles.