Actress Vivica A. Fox has been a key figure in Black Hollywood since she first appeared as a dancer on “Soul Train” in the early 1980s. She gained more fame with her breakout role as Carmen Silva on the TV show “Days of Our Lives.”
In the 1990s, Fox became one of the top actresses in big movies like “Independence Day,” “Set It Off,” “Soul Food,” and “Why Do Fools Fall in Love?”
During the 2000s, she stayed in the spotlight, not just for her acting but also for her high-profile relationships, including her well-known romance with rapper 50 Cent.
As Vivica A. Fox celebrates turning 60 and promotes her new movie, “The Lost Holiday,” she’s reflecting on her life. She’s embracing her age and seeing herself as a mature beauty icon, alongside legends like Sophia Loren, Pam Grier, and Tina Turner.
Fox recently appeared on the “Tamron Hall” show, where she talked about celebrating her big birthday in Jamaica and spending time with her family in her hometown of Indianapolis.
She shared that she’s now focused on enjoying life more, appreciating her achievements, and taking time to relax and enjoy the moment.
“I’ve been working for so long,” Vivica A. Fox said. “I’ve built homes, but I remember not even using some of the things, like swimming in the pool or sitting in the backyard with a cup of coffee.”
However, after her appearance on the show, fans on social media focused on her weight gain. Some people made fun of her size, while others stood up for her.
One user commented, “Hormone issues can make women look swollen… But she’s still beautiful. She still looks great.”
Another fan asked if Vivica A. Fox was unwell, saying, “WOW she looks so BLOATED, HOPE SHE’S OK.”
Some were critical, noticing a difference between how she looked on the live show versus her Instagram posts. One wrote, “Why did they zoom the camera in on her like that?” But others defended her, with one saying, “She’s not that big. I saw her on the show. Stop making her seem huge,” and another adding, “Yes, people gain weight… but she still looks great.”
One fan also commented, “Auntie Vivica has been looking snatched on screen for over 35 years, and now she’s at the age where she can finally feel comfortable in her own skin.”
During her interview, Fox also joked about “taking applications” for dates, which went viral. Many men reached out, but she clarified that she wasn’t seriously looking for a partner.
While on “Today with Hoda and Jenna” before her birthday, she talked about how happy and confident she feels at 60.
Despite some rumors that she’s been boosting her social media presence or even using photoshop to look younger, Fox continues to radiate confidence and beauty. She recently wowed everyone at the red-carpet premiere of her new movie, proving once again that life only gets better with time.
