Charlize Theron, the Oscar-winning actress at the age of 48, has strong words of criticism for the beauty-obsessed culture within the Hollywood entertainment industry.
She fervently rejects the notion that while men "age like fine wines," women are often perceived to age like "cut flowers."
In an interview with Allure magazine, Theron candidly expressed her disdain for this concept, stating, "I despise that notion and I'm determined to combat it. However, I also believe that women should be able to age in a manner that feels right for them." She emphasized the need for greater empathy in recognizing the unique journeys that women undertake as they age.
Addressing rumors of cosmetic procedures, Theron dismissed them, asserting, "I'm simply growing older. It doesn't imply that I've had unfavorable plastic surgery. This is a natural part of life."
Theron further emphasized her stance by stating that she would never accept a role that required her to gain and subsequently lose 40 pounds, as it becomes increasingly challenging with the passage of time. Notably, she won an Oscar for Best Actress for her transformative role in "Monster" (2004), which necessitated a significant physical transformation.
Reflecting on her experiences, Theron shared, "When I was 27, I portrayed the role in 'Monster.' I lost 30 pounds almost overnight. But when I did it again at the age of 43 for 'Tully,' I struggled for a year to shed the weight. I remember calling my doctor and saying, 'I think something's wrong because I can't lose this weight.' His response was enlightening: 'You're over 40 now. Be patient. Your metabolism isn't what it used to be.'"
