I asked a question about WHy do light-skinned actresses and models get more attention in hollywood? And all these people were attacking me. It's true Beyonce, Halle Berry, and Vanessa Williams all get more attention the dark skinned actresses. If Halle Berry was dark like coal no one would pay attention to her.Why can't dark-skinned black women be considered beautiful in the media? Even I myself dealt with this problem and it's still alive and well. I was teased about my skin alot becasue I'm the darkest one my family. And a lot of guys in my neighborhood say they only like light-skinned girls even the ugly and fat ones.
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2007-01-09 12:12:03 · 23 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
It's true. All these actresses don't look very African-American either. Growing up I was met with this stigma because my skin was dark. It opened my eyes to a lot of things. My skin naturally lightened to a beautiful brown color and then I got so much attention. I still haven't forgotten how I used to be treated. I am bent on making sure I find someone who does not think that way so my kids won't feel inferior no matter what color they are. I have met Black families dedicated to making sure their kids, grandkids, and so on turn out light-skinned. They even talk about hair texture. The kids in those families who aren't light-skinned receive very little love from their relatives. This is a sickeness!
2007-01-10 05:07:24 · answer #1 · answered by Do_As_Infinity 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
from what i have seen and read about there is still that issue regarding light skin being more socially acceptable. for some reason people of all cultures seem to think that the lighter you are the better. this goes back to the days of castles and kings. if you had a tan or darker skin it meant that you were lower class that is why they used umbrellas when they went out. don't get me wrong personally i think that truly dark women are very attractive but who am i to change the view of the world..
2007-01-09 12:19:40 · answer #2 · answered by blueeyesarmybrat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can be the first dark-skinned actress, then.
Personally, I think dark skin is beautiful. And it is especially beautiful the older you get. I have met a lot of dark skinned women who were in their 70's or 80's and they looked about 50 or 60! But it's true, I have not seen many dark skinned actresses. Maybe male actors and celebrities, but not actresses.
2007-01-09 12:18:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You're absolutly right. Forget everyone that attacked you. You told the truth. Light skin people do get more attention in hollywood 99% of the time. I know exactly what you're talking about and couldn't agree more. People hate to admit what you said is true but that doesn't make it false. The more we talk about it the more people will become aware of it. Kudos to you for saying how you feel, I for one am on your side!
2007-01-09 12:21:30 · answer #4 · answered by tell it like it is 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i read the answers but didn't see anyone attacting you? do they send you personal messages or email? if so you should complain to the moderators.and about the subject that darker skinned people are not getting attention as much as the lighter skinned ones...well i never thought of this before and you may be right..if so this is an other ugly discrimination.. i hate visual judgements..but cosmetic industries,plastic surgeons,and media makes great deal of money on peoples appearances..i hate it!
2007-01-09 12:28:15 · answer #5 · answered by rseny 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe I am wrong,but this does not seem to be the same for black male actors.
Sidney Poitier was quite dark and it didn't seem to hurt him, and I see men like Denzel Washington, James Earl Jones, Samuel Jackson, Morgan Freeman and WIll Smith (who is still cute in spite of those goofy ears).
I wonder why there is this double standard...as a black female can you explain the double standard?
2007-01-09 12:27:31 · answer #6 · answered by starting over 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It goes back to the idea that the lighter skinned you are, the closer to being white you are. As long as this belief is held by blacks themselves, the rest of society goes along with it. Society needs to accept the fact that being white is not the standard of beauty, but that wont happen until blacks embrace their OWN beauty regardless of skin tone.
2007-01-09 12:20:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Society has "trained" us that white,blonde,blue-eyes=beautiful.So when dealing with the media it is no different.I remember when there was a dark skinned African model who had become famous,everyone was shocked and didn't find her attractive.I am so proud of you for recognizing your African heritage.Many of us Afrolatinas get caught up in trap society sets for us and deny it.Keep your head up,hermanita and don't let any of that get you down.
2007-01-09 12:19:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes it's true but it's sad too.
But honestly, I wonder if halle would be ignored if she was darker, because she is incredibly gorgeous, perfect bone structure and all. I think she could still make it in hollywood.
2007-01-09 12:18:04 · answer #9 · answered by Tina 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's our "conditioning"..since the beginning of time fair or white skin has been considered the beauty ideal...I am victim to this also as I use skin brightning creams too!!
Sorry : (
2007-01-09 12:24:14 · answer #10 · answered by Mee-OW =^..^= 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋