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Sienna Miller Criticizes Double Standards on Parenthood and Age

The actress, 43, addressed backlash for having a baby at 41, contrasting it with the lack of criticism faced by male celebrities like Al Pacino and Robert De Niro.

Oli Green and Sienna Miller attend the 2023 The Prince's Trust Gala at Cipriani South Street on April 27, 2023 in New York City.
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Overview

  • Sienna Miller, 43, recently spoke about the criticism she received for having her second child at 41, calling it 'misogynistic and anti-feminist.'
  • She highlighted a double standard, pointing out that male actors Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, who had children in their 80s, faced little public scrutiny.
  • Miller emphasized that age should not be a barrier to parenthood, stating, 'If your body is capable of it, have the baby.'
  • The actress noted that she feels like a better, more grounded mother now compared to her earlier experience with her first child, Marlowe, 12.
  • Miller's comments reflect ongoing discussions about gendered expectations and societal attitudes toward women’s life choices.