Whoopi Goldberg, the longtime moderator of The View, never hesitates to share her opinion, even if it means criticizing the topic she’s supposed to discuss. This morning, as the show resumed after a commercial break, Goldberg dove into a segment about Hollywood stars embracing their aging appearances. However, her disdain for the subject was apparent from the start.
Goldberg began by reading off the teleprompter, informing the audience about Demi Moore and Kate Winslet’s recent remarks on defying male expectations of beauty as they grow older. Moore revealed to The New York Times that she finally learned to love herself after struggling with body image issues for decades, while Winslet expressed on the How to Fail podcast that she finds her body sexier as she ages.
While the audience applauded these statements, Goldberg couldn’t hide her reluctance to ask the next question. She squinted her eyes, pursed her lips, and let out a sarcastic “So…” before continuing. “And I’m supposed to ask this really dumb question. Is this the new aging gracefully?” she begrudgingly added.
Clearly unimpressed by the prompt, Goldberg shook her head and sneered at the words on the teleprompter. She then explained, “I don’t know if these are issues that we really face the same way, but apparently this is a big deal. I remember that every actress who reaches a certain age always says, ‘You know, I’m feeling good about myself.’ Well, yeah. We don’t have a choice.”
Goldberg emphasized, “We don’t have a choice,” and continued, “Either we feel good, or we’re relying on someone else to define us. I’ve always believed it’s more important for you to feel attractive for yourself.” The audience responded with applause, and the rest of the panel agreed with her sentiment.
Later in the segment, Goldberg reiterated that aging doesn’t mean that everything else in life comes to a halt. She challenged the stereotype that women of a certain age are no longer sexually active or interested. “I love it when people tell me how I’m supposed to feel! Those who haven’t reached a certain age have no idea what my body is capable of,” she passionately proclaimed.
Goldberg’s perspective on aging and self-perception resonated with the audience and viewers alike. It’s crucial to remember that societal expectations should not dictate how individuals feel about themselves. Women, especially, should not be limited by age-related stereotypes. The View continues to provide a platform for these important discussions, challenging societal norms and empowering women to embrace their bodies and their lives.
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