Claire Danes on Going Basically Bald for Beauty and What She Hides From Her Husband
Claire Danes has been killing it on TV (between Homeland and Master of None, she’s dominating our DVR) and on the red carpet, and now she’s landed a gorgeous magazine cover, Allure‘s December issue, where she opens up about body shaming in Hollywood, the world’s obsession with being “flawless” and her worst-ever hair experience.
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The 36-year-old star opens up in the beauty mag’s December issue about everyone’s obsession (including Bey, herself) with being “flawless” and how Danes just doesn’t see the point. (Especially when asked about her famous “cry face.”)
“I’m very vain about my performance. I want to give as honest a performance as I can. But I’m not so worried about being regarded as beautiful when I’m playing a character,” she told Allure. “I have plenty of vanity in my life. I want to look pretty in the world. But I can be this bottomless pit. I know some of the most beautiful women on the planet — unequivocally, objectively friggin’ gorgeous — and they are rife with insecurity and self doubt, and you just think, ‘Well how can that be?’”
She adds that she feels too fulfilled in her life to give into self-doubt: “I’m attractive enough. I can do the work I want to do. I’ve found a wonderful man who wants to make out with me. I’m good.”
And that includes no longer keeping beauty secrets from said “wonderful man” (that would be husband Hugh Dancy) — the good, the bad and the ugly. “I’m afraid my husband has seen it all,” she said. “We just pretend we haven’t.”
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She does still maintain some boundaries — when it comes to getting glam, that is. “It’s either eyes or lips. It’s like legs or boobs: You shouldn’t do both,” she said. “That’s always the first question when you sit down to get ready for the night.”
Another “Don’t” on Danes’s beauty list? Fighting with her tresses. “My hair is desperately straight. I’ve always wanted curly hair,” she told Allure. “I got a perm when I was eight. Burned all my hair off, basically, but I still loved it.”
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Earlier this year, Danes opened up to PEOPLE on Hollywood’s standards of beauty, claiming that there is too much body shaming and bullying in the industry. And she touched on the topic once again in Allure.
“It’s just so ingrained in us, the idea that we should take up the right amount of space, literally and figuratively,” she told Allure. “I’ve wrestled with this my whole life, as just a person in the world and as somebody who make images. It’s okay to want to look and feel your best. It’s okay to work at being attractive, whatever that means to you.”
She adds: “And it’s also okay to not expect to be defined by that. It’s okay to be powerful in every way: to be big, to take up space. To breathe and to thrive.” Hear, hear.
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Not everyone can be a winner. Detroit native and hip-hop sensation 42 Dugg is back with a fiery new single, Win Wit Us. The track, a precursor to his highly anticipated album 4eva Us, Neva Them, showcases Dugg’s signature style and lyrical prowess. In the brand new single, produced by FLEXONTHEBEAT, TyMaz, and Marshak, Dugg calls out those who try to ride his wave without putting in the work, cementing his stance in the rap game. The release is accompanied by an official music video directed by Counter Point, where Dugg and his crew dominate the streets and clubs of Detroit, visually reinforcing his message of loyalty and resilience. Dugg raps in the hard-hitting track:
All of sudden they wanna win wit us / But ain’t spin with us.
Dugg previously teased this new era of his music with a trailer featuring Hill Harper, further building anticipation among his fans. “Win Wit Us” follows a series of recent hits including Wock N Red, SpinDatBac, and Go Again. Earlier this year, Dugg made a triumphant return to the stage with a sold-out “Welcome Home” show at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena, featuring appearances by superstars like Meek Mill, Yo Gotti, Lil Baby, and more. Notably, the event saw Dugg unite Detroit’s rival hip-hop factions, Doughboyz Cashout and Team Eastside, in a historic move to end the city’s East-West beef. Fans can expect even more groundbreaking music from Dugg as he gears up for his upcoming album. Don’t miss out on the latest single available for streaming here and watch the music video below. Link up with 42 Dugg on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.
Indianapolis’ own Reckless Rhymacide has just released his latest track, “It’s Yo Birthday,” produced by the renowned Whodunit Beats. This fresh spin on the classic “Happy Birthday” song brings a catchy vibe, making it a perfect fit for nightclub atmospheres and adult birthday parties. With its catchy beats and modern twist, the track is set to become a staple for birthday celebrations everywhere, offering a new, exciting way to mark the occasion.
Reckless Rhymacide’s “It’s Yo Birthday” showcases his unique flair for blending contemporary sounds with familiar themes, ensuring the song resonates with a wide audience. Whodunit Beats’ production enhances the track with deep, rhythmic basslines and sleek instrumentation, creating an immersive experience that draws listeners in. As the song gains traction, it’s poised to redefine how birthdays are celebrated, combining tradition with a fresh, energetic sound that captures the essence of today’s music scene.
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