In a world where celebrities often make headlines for their relationships, Emily Ratajkowski has recently stirred the pot with her candid views on divorce. The 32-year-old model and actress took to TikTok to share her perspective on ending a marriage at a young age, a topic that has become increasingly relevant with recent news of actress Sophie Turner's impending divorce from Joe Jonas.
Ratajkowski, who hosts the 'High Low' podcast, began her video by stating, "Personally I find it chic to be divorced by the age of 30." She went on to elaborate on her own experience, having married at 26 and separated a little over a year later. For Ratajkowski, the 20s are a tumultuous time, and she believes there's a certain empowerment in entering one's 30s with the wisdom of having navigated a marriage and realizing it might not be the fairy tale many envision. She expressed her sentiment by saying, "If being in your 20s is the trenches, there is nothing better than being in your 30s, still being hot... and having tried that married fantasy and realizing that it's maybe not all it's cracked up to be."
However, it wasn't just her views on divorce that caught attention. Ratajkowski also touched upon the societal pressures and expectations surrounding marriage, suggesting that there's a whole life ahead even after a divorce. She ended her video with a message of encouragement for those going through a divorce, stating, "Congratulations."
The public's reaction to her comments was mixed. While some criticized her for glamorizing divorce, especially given her significant personal net worth, others felt she was out of touch and delusional. Comments ranged from "Yikes…" to more pointed critiques like, "Tell us you are trying to justify your poor choices without telling us you are trying to justify your poor choices." Yet, there were also those who supported Ratajkowski, pointing out that her husband had allegedly cheated on her, which might have influenced her perspective.
Ratajkowski and Sebastian Bear-McClard, who share a son, tied the knot in 2018. Their relationship, like many in the spotlight, had its share of ups and downs. The recent revelations by Ratajkowski only underscore the complexities of relationships, especially in the public eye.
In an era where personal stories often become public discourse, Ratajkowski's candidness offers a fresh perspective on a topic that remains somewhat taboo. Whether one agrees with her or not, her willingness to share her journey and challenge societal norms is commendable.