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Sarah El-Mahmoud

Janelle Monáe Got Candid About Finding Confidence In Their Body After Feeling ‘Shame’ For Showing It, And It Reminds Me Of Billie Eilish's Past Comments

Janelle Monae in Glass Onion

Janelle Monáe's image has long been synonymous with their androgynous style, with the musician/actor often rocking suits wherever they go. But as of late, in tandem with the recent release of Monáe’s album, The Age of Pleasure, they have been changing things up and showing a lot more skin. They did that very thing on the cover of Rolling Stone, wearing nothing but a gold headpiece on. With Monáe’s new era in full swing, the artist just spoke to their confidence journey, and it's reminiscent of Billie Eilish’s path in the public eye. 

The Hidden Figures alum opened up about struggling with body image across their career, especially when it comes to growing into their curvy physique while being in the spotlight. The Glass Onion star recalls starting to feel “really uncomfortable” with the change to their body when friends would frequently compliment them for having “the best boobies.” In their words: 

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