By Courtney • 16 years ago

Mo’Nique’s Hairy Legs Make Headlines

Mo’Nique’s performance in Precious was astounding–reflecting the horror and empathy of humanity in one small part. Her Golden Globe win on Sunday night was well-deserved. Her acceptance speech was unparalleled in its authenticity and inspiration. And guess what everyone can’t stop talking about?
The hair on her legs.
That’s right. AOL asks, “Is it empowering (or disgusting) for a woman to show off body hair?” (The comments over there are horrific, FYI.) I think the more important question is, is it legitimate or sexist/pathetic/tired for a massive media company to spend time focusing on a woman’s beauty rituals at a moment when her artistry should be recognized? I think you know the answer.
Thanks to msmorris for the heads up.

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