Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage, renowned for her chart-topping hits and international acclaim, recently opened up about the incessant backlash she receives regarding her fashion sense, which many critics attribute to her age.
The 44-year-old singer, who is also a single mother, shared her thoughts during a candid discussion on the Receipts podcast. She addressed the societal pressures and double standards that often accompany her celebrity status, particularly in Nigeria, where age is frequently used as a yardstick for criticism.
Tiwa Savage noted that while global stars like Beyoncé, also in her 40s, are celebrated for their beauty and confidence, she often becomes the target of age-shaming for wearing similar outfits.
“They age-shame me every single day. They say, a woman of your age, how can you be wearing a bikini? I can because I have a body,” she said.
“Beyoncé is in her 40s and wears bikinis, but Americans don’t age-shame her. They would be like, for her age, black don’t crack. It’s more celebrated when you look good in your older age,” she added.
The singer also addressed the frequent criticism that her son might view her fashion choices negatively in the future. She dismissed this concern, saying, “My son is going to be like, my mum is a powerful and beautiful woman.”
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