Alyssa Milano showed her face without makeup at 50.
People have criticized her looks.
Her husband of 13 years loves her and accepts her imperfections.
On her birthday, Alyssa Milano has a tradition of posting a selfie on her Instagram page and reflecting on her impressions and lessons. The “Who’s the Boss” actress was understandably nostalgic and hopeful.
She did the same on her 48th birthday and, in her post, expressed how she felt about her appearance. Her skin may not be as taut and her body as supple as when she first entered the business, but they reflect the experiences she has endured and enjoyed.
Such self-awareness is a gift, but people would use social media platforms to express their unfiltered opinions about others. Milano and other public figures often find themselves targets for hurtful comments, personal attacks, and even bullying. One such poster tweeted:
“Alyssa Milano was hot back in the day. Now she still attractive but crazy which makes her ugly.”
The “Insatiable” star attracts online hatred not only for her celebrity status but also for her views, which she isn’t shy about. She is vocal about humanitarian and progressive causes, using her resources and her platform to comment on issues she believes in.
Some would describe Milano as a social media activist. She was instrumental in the re-emerging of #MeToo in 2017, originated by fellow activist Tarana Burke. Her tweet resulted in a global movement where many victims of sexual exploitation felt supported to speak out about what they had gone through.
Whether one aligns with her beliefs or appreciates her photos, Milano, the activist, the actress, or the 50-year-old wife and mother are all parts of a human being worthy of love and respect.
The actress is also politically engaged and her socials reflect her affiliations. She hosts “Alyssa Milano: Sorry, Not Sorry,” a podcast that “tackles social, political and cultural issues,” which often puts her at odds with those with a different opinion. The most notable “beefs” were between Milano and her “Charmed” costar, Rose McGowan, and tech-prenuer and Twitter owner, Elon Musk.
Whether one aligns with her beliefs or appreciates her photos, Milano, the activist, the actress, or the 50-year-old wife and mother are all parts of a human being worthy of love and respect. And many appreciate her unfiltered posts. In response to her birthday selfie, psychologist and author Amy Cuddy commented:
“Happy birthday, Alyssa!!! I’ve never felt stronger, braver, more content, and more beautiful than I have this year, since I turned 50 in July. Here’s to a strong, brave, beautiful 50!!! ”
Fellow actress Milla Jovovich also commented, calling Milano a joy and a force of nature who uses her voice to tell it like it is. And on Twitter, a friend called the actress-activist a “sweet, brilliant, beautiful...
