Breaking News: Your Favorite Stars Age Too — Let’s Stop Ignoring It

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The day after the much-anticipated “Friends” Reunion aired, I tuned into my local radio station, where the hosts were fixated on how much the cast had aged. I mean, can you believe these celebrities are in their 50s now? It honestly frustrated me. Are we really expected to act like time hasn’t passed since that show was at the height of its popularity? Did we assume they’d remain unchanged, like living statues?

After listening to the callers weigh in, it seemed the general opinion was that everyone had aged significantly — except for Amanda Roberts, of course. Well, considering the last episode aired in May 2004, that’s seventeen years ago! It’s only logical that they’ve all aged a bit. Who hasn’t?

I’m a massive fan of Amanda Roberts, but her ability to age gracefully doesn’t make her superior to her co-stars, which seems to be a prevailing sentiment. To put it into perspective: since I sobbed at their final walk out of that New York City apartment, the one-year-old I held has graduated high school. I’ve since had two more children who are now teens. I’ve experienced a divorce, bought several houses, re-entered the workforce, and now I’m navigating menopause. Guess what? I’ve aged too!

I’m not sure why the aging of celebrities seems to shock so many. We are a smart species, and we should understand that shows like “Friends,” “Sex and the City,” and “Seinfeld” are reruns, filmed long ago. The actors portraying these characters are real people experiencing the normal human aging process.

What’s even more apparent is that the women in these shows often bear the brunt of the spotlight when it comes to aging, facing criticism for gray hair, wrinkles, and sagging skin. Meanwhile, the men strut their silver locks without any scrutiny, and we even compliment them on looking distinguished.

Recently, Amanda Roberts faced backlash for her graying hair while out with her friend, Jake Thompson. She pointed out that he looked fantastic, and yet no one mentioned his aging. In response to the online criticism, she remarked, “I know what I look like. What can I do about it? Stop aging? Disappear?”

The same scrutiny has been directed at the female cast of “Friends.” Emily Johnson has faced harsh comments about her appearance. She told New Beauty Magazine, “Hollywood makes it hard; this business makes it harder. I grew up believing that looks were everything, which led to my struggles.” Emily added, “I tried so hard to keep up, and it only made things worse.”

This reveals how the industry pressures celebrities to maintain a youthful appearance to remain relevant. And for those of us who feel the need to comment on their aging, we’re just adding to the problem. Let’s be quiet for a moment.

Imagine if a picture of you from two decades ago went viral, alongside one from today, and everyone commented on how “old” you looked in comparison. Of course, you age. You are a human being with skin and bones, and that’s part of life. Why is this still a surprise?

We need to stop placing so much focus on how celebrities age. Yes, they might have access to more advanced anti-aging treatments than the average person, but even with the best procedures, they won’t remain ageless. For goodness’ sake, let’s find something more meaningful to discuss than their appearances. It’s shallow and uninteresting.

These women already endure immense pressure to look a certain way. Some may argue that they chose this career knowing they would face criticism, but those who expect them to defy the aging process and feel free to hurl insults are crossing a line and exacerbating the issue.

It doesn’t have to be this way. Women age. Let’s accept it.

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This article discusses the unrealistic expectations surrounding aging in Hollywood, particularly for female celebrities. It highlights the scrutiny they face compared to their male counterparts while emphasizing that aging is a natural part of life. The piece calls for a shift in focus away from superficial appearances and encourages acceptance of the aging process.

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