In a recent interview with Elle on December 1, 2023, Jennifer Lopez, 54, expressed her joy over the evolving perceptions of beauty and the increased opportunities for older actresses. When discussing the growing trend of mature actresses receiving more roles, Lopez remarked, “People have realized that women become more alluring as they age. They become wiser and more intriguing. All of that is beautiful and attractive, both in appearance and spirit. When you have more experience, you have more to contribute. The notion that ‘women over 30 are not valuable in film roles’ is outdated and laughable.”
Lopez expressed her happiness at witnessing changing standards in Hollywood, where women feel appreciated regardless of their age. Many artists are advocating for themselves in the production and creation of their work.
For Lopez, the key is to keep evolving and stay motivated in her career until she decides otherwise. “I never let anyone confine me based on where I was born, age, or anything else. Those boundaries don’t exist for me,” the singer said.
When asked about her next project, Lopez expressed her readiness to explore new things, such as directing. She aims to focus on projects centered around women, highlighting their perspectives to assert their position: “We won’t be taken advantage of or be a backdrop for anyone. We’re shaping our own lives.”
Jennifer Lopez, also known as J.Lo, began her career as a dancer and later gained fame with hits like “On The Floor,” “Let’s Get Loud,” and “Ain’t Your Mama.” In 2020, she launched the beauty brand J.Lo Beauty. Lopez has also starred in various films, including “The Mother” (2023), “Shotgun Wedding” (2022), “Marry Me” (2022), and “Hustlers” (2019).
In 2022, she married actor Ben Affleck. After nearly a decade without releasing an album, Lopez is set to make a musical comeback with “This Is Me… Now” (released on February 16, 2024), considered a follow-up to her third studio album, “This Is Me… Then” (2002). Lopez’s latest album before this was “A.K.A.,” released in 2014.
