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13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous

Taraji P. Henson isn't the only one walking into her next decade a little bit finer.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
Taraji P. Henson | TPH Hair
By Keyaira Boone · Updated November 30, 2020

Taraji P. Henson spent her fiftieth birthday driving the boat in style.

The award-winning actress, producer, and beauty entrepreneur did Megan Thee Stallion proud when she popped out on a yacht with a group of close friends that reportedly included Mary J. Blige and Angie Martinez, according to People.

She literally rocked the boat in a slinky thong bikini, a body chain, and scarlet faux locks for the occasion, forever proving being fit and fly at fifty—which we’re dubbing FiftyAF—is the new fabulous after forty.

Henson is dedicated to preserving her inner and outer beauty. She uses raw cleanses to revitalize herself after grueling shoots and invests time and money into her own emotional wellness when she isn’t busy advocating for mental health resources for other Black people.

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The Golden Globe winner uses her public platform to encourage others to be upfront about their own experiences with aging. “I know we all are enamored and we’re in love with how Black don’t crack, and we all love the youthfulness, and yes, I’m pushing 50 and we that bitch and all of that. Yes, that’s great, but let’s be real,” she told ESSENCE.

“There are things that happen to us physically and we get so caught up in the aesthetics that we really never talk about premenopause, menopause. And how that directly affects you mentally.”

13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous

“Yes, we look good, but I had to say something,” she added.

She’s far from the only celebrity proving Black don’t crack. Some of her fellow ageless beauties sounded off in the comment section. “Don’t hurt em @tarajiphenson looking fine as wine girl Happy Birthday❤️,” wrote Tina Knowles Lawson. “WHEW,” wrote Halle Berry beside a few flame emojis.

“You looking goooooodt,” chimed in actress and director Tasha Smith.

Henson’s fictional mother-in-law AJ Johnson welcomed her to the 50+ club. “Life is just beginning. PLEASE BELIEVE ME! That’s why we call it “Fit 50” cause when ya killin it like this – who cares how old you are… FIT,” she sounded off.

Below, check out thirteen other stars who are turning back the clock as they turn 50 in 2020.

01
Naomi Campbell
Many models age out of the industry before their 30th birthday but Campbell is still catwalk ready at 50.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
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02
Mariah Carey
Clearly Santa blessed the Queen of Christmas with a fool proof skincare routine because Moroccan and Monroe’s mommy is not playing with the girls.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
03
Queen Latifah
With her gravity defying cheekbones, it’s hard to believe the Covergirl has been setting it off for almost 25 years.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
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04
Shonda Rhimes
It looks like saying yes to staying booked and busy has worked wonders for the famous showrunner.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
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05
Fat Joe
The Afro-Latinx rapper has been putting fitness first and skincare second and it shows.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
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06
Audra McDonald
At 50 years old, the multiple Tony award-winning singer and actress is still serving looks like a Broadway baby.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
Photo: Getty
07
Shemar Moore
This CBS star’s acting skills have come a long way from The Young and The Restless but he’s still just as fine as his first day on set.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
(Photo by Paula Lobo/Walt Disney Television via Getty Images)
08
Niecy Nash
This newlywed’s snatched waist would be enviable at any age.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
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09
Master P
There are no limits to this moguls’s unapologetic swagger.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
10
Nia Long – October 30
The 49-year-old actress and producer has been turning heads since she showed up on 227 and her knocking on 50’s door hasn’t changed a thing. Long enters her fifth decade on October 30.
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11
Mike Epps – November 18
Mike Epps may be a comedy vet but it’s his undeniable swag that has us smitten. He turns fifty on November 18.
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
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12
Regina Hall – December 12
The 49-year-old funny woman is proof that laughter really is the best medicine. We hope she’ll be grinning ear-to-ear at her ageless beauty when she turns 50 on December 12.
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Photo: Getty
13
DMX – December 18
At 49, the dog is looking happier and healthier than ever. We’re here for it!
13 Black Celebs Who Are Fifty And Fabulous
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