The obsession with single shaming
For centuries, society has taught us that being married is a life imperative. Historically, it was unthinkable that a person should achieve happiness without being in a committed, long-term relationship. This way of thinking is, of course, completely outdated, but it still runs deep in society and drives behavior today. As a result, many people who are not in a relationship find themselves pitied, or even mocked, for being single. This behavior is known as "single shaming." At the very best it's super annoying, while at the very worst it's damaging to a person's mental health. In this gallery, learn all about single shaming and some tips for how we can stop it. Click on for more.
2023-12-06T15:01:44Z
The dramatic life of Jean Harlow, Hollywood's original "Blonde Bombshell"
Before Marilyn Monroe, there was Jean Harlow. A glamorous screen star known for her dazzling blonde locks and her racy style of dress, she was the talk of Hollywood in the early 1930s. The first of the "Blonde Bombshell" actresses, the screen siren made her name based on her looks, but won over critics with her quick wit in comedy films. Sadly, the star died at the top of her game, a life cut short aged just 26. Her short life was marked by professional success and behind-the-scenes tragedy, with multiple marriages and a second husband who took his own life. And those blonde locks came at a price, too, as you'll find out. So, how did the star's life come to end in tragedy? Click through this gallery to find out more about Hollywood's original Blonde Bombshell.
2023-12-18T16:34:23Z