Shania Twain: 'I don't need to prove I look younger, there is no other me'
Shania Twain reflects on aging, body confidence, and her career as she approaches 60. In a recent interview, she shares insights on overcoming insecurities, her upcoming projects, and why she feels she has nothing left to prove.
Shania Twain, the Canadian "Queen of Country Pop," is embracing her age and body image journey in a candid interview with Us Weekly. As she approaches her 60th birthday in August, Twain reflects on her career, body confidence, and personal growth.
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Body confidence and acceptance
Throughout her life, Twain struggled with body image issues, especially growing up in a world that idolized slim, tall models. She admits to having insecurities, particularly during her youth when she wished to be a bodybuilder to escape femininity. However, her perspective on her body began to shift when she took control of her image, particularly with the empowering anthem "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!". Twain now encourages others to embrace their true selves and avoid comparing themselves to others.
Shania Twain embracing aging and mental liberation
As Twain approaches the big 60 milestone, she is filled with a newfound sense of freedom. Reflecting on her journey, Twain admits that she’s done with feeling insecure about her appearance. With a "mental liberation," she now feels empowered to focus on her personal happiness, music, and creative pursuits. She shared that as she ages, she’s more focused on self-care and personal joy, emphasizing that she no longer feels the need to prove anything to others.
What's next for Shania Twain?
Looking to the future, Twain plans to continue her creative work, focusing on writing new music and collaborating with other artists. After the 'Queen of Me' tour wraps up this summer, she hopes to take time for herself, exploring hobbies, enjoying time with friends, and making sure she avoids burnout. Twain is clear that her focus now is on creating magic through her artistic endeavors, including music and potential film collaborations.
Despite reaching numerous milestones in her career, Twain feels that she has "nothing left to prove" and looks forward to continuing her journey of creativity and self-discovery. "Even thinking about age, I don't feel like I need to prove to anyone that I look younger than I am." She jokingly says she might need to live to 120 to achieve everything she dreams of in the future.