It’s 2024 and masturbation is still a taboo topic for some reason. But why? We believe in self-love all year round, not just during Masturbation Month. There’s no shame in being your own best lover, and these celebrity women agree. From Chelsea Handler to Jada Pinkett Smith to Billie Eilish, these famous faces aren’t afraid to talk about the importance of self-pleasure. And why should they be? Masturbation is healthy for everyone, whether you’re single or in a relationship. The more we normalize and de-stigmatize masturbation, the more positive our cultural attitudes towards pleasure will be. So, let’s celebrate self-love with these inspiring stories from celebrities who are unapologetically open about masturbation.
If you’re ever in need of some self-love motivation, just look to Billie Eilish. In a recent Rolling Stone cover story, Eilish described masturbation as a huge help for her struggles with body dysmorphia. She even mentioned that she prefers to do it in front of a mirror for a deeper connection with herself and her body.
Gina Rodriguez understands the journey to self-acceptance when it comes to masturbation. She used to feel guilt and anxiety but has since embraced and celebrated self-pleasure.
Khloe Kardashian is a strong advocate for self-love and has shared her best masturbation tips in a blog post. From using porn to taking your time, she’s all about destigmatizing masturbation.
Aubrey O’Day has no shame in talking about masturbating and even shares a funny story about her past experiences. And Gabrielle Union has been open about her early exploration of her own sexuality and clitoris, highlighting the importance of self-love.
Rihanna has never shied away from talking about sex and self-love, showing that it’s okay to embrace pleasure with no shame. Similarly, Lily Allen has teamed up with an adult toy company to promote self-love and break the taboo surrounding masturbation.
Halle Berry is unapologetically candid about her sexual experiences, sharing stories like her first orgasm. Chelsea Handler, known for her blunt humor, has also shared how self-pleasure has played a role in her self-care routine.
Jada Pinkett Smith is not afraid to talk about more intimate topics, like masturbation, with her family on her show Red Table Talk. And Eva Longoria is a big advocate for women exploring their own pleasure, even gifting sex toys to her friends.
Lastly, Anna Kendrick has voiced her approval of masturbation, showing that there’s no shame in loving yourself. Let’s continue to break down taboos and embrace self-love in all its forms.