Mali Levi Defends Bold Photos, Rejects Societal Expectations for Women
Israeli model, actress, and singer Mali Levi has responded to a wave of criticism following her decision to post provocative photos on Instagram. The images, showing Levi in black underwear and an open jacket on her kitchen counter with the caption "Kitchen confidential," sparked a heated online debate.
Levi, 46, expressed frustration with what she described as an "unwritten rulebook" dictating how women, especially mothers over 40, should present themselves. She stated it took her 46 years to feel comfortable with her body and that modesty and values come from within, not contradicting femininity or sexuality.
She asserted that marriage and motherhood are not reasons to hide one's body, humorously adding to her husband, former footballer Shimon Gershon, that she wouldn't stop posting such photos after doing "all those squats for a passport photo."
Mali Levi is a well-known figure in Israeli entertainment, having started as a successful model before becoming an actress, singer, and television host. She has appeared in numerous TV series, films, and theater productions, alongside a significant music career. She has been married to Shimon Gershon for two decades, and they have three children.
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