Sarah Jessica Parker once embraced her natural gray hair, but fans were quick to criticize her decision. Despite receiving a more positive response when she later colored her hair, Parker remained firm in her belief that everyone should do what makes them feel comfortable.
During a break from filming the Sex and the City revival And Just Like That in July 2021, Parker, 56 at the time, was spotted at Anton’s restaurant in New York City with Andy Cohen. She sported a braid and natural gray hair, but rather than being supported for her choice, she faced harsh criticism.
One Daily Mail reader commented that gray hair didn’t suit her, while others thought she looked much older than her actual age. Some even speculated that she looked ill or hadn’t aged well. Despite these comments, Parker continued wearing her natural hair for some time before eventually returning to her former look with colored hair.
In September 2023, Parker attended the ATG Summer Party at Kensington Palace in London, looking stunning in a green gown with a plunging neckline. Her hair was styled elegantly, and she was accompanied by her husband, Matthew Broderick. Fans praised her outfit but still focused on her hair, with some commenting that she looked “much better” after coloring it.
Parker addressed the public scrutiny on aging and cosmetic surgery during an interview with The Howard Stern Show in June 2023. She explained that she didn’t feel uncomfortable with her appearance but understood the pressure many women feel to maintain a certain look. Despite the judgment, Parker encouraged women to make decisions based on their own comfort and desires.