One social media user tried to taunt Genevieve by stating, “You really cannot cheat nature. My fine wine is finally growing old.”
In a cool and composed manner, she shot back with a reality check: “It gets worse, bro. I’ll get so old I’ll die. If I’m lucky.”
Her response not only highlighted the inevitability of aging but also subtly reminded critics that growing old is a privilege, not a curse.
Another commenter took a different approach, referring to her as “Mummy,” a term often used to imply someone is getting old.
Genevieve wasn’t having it. She fired back: “Daddy, I don’t wish it on you.”
Her response was laced with both humor and sarcasm, effectively silencing the negativity.
Aging Gracefully and Owning It
At 45, Genevieve Nnaji remains one of Nollywood’s most admired and respected actresses, celebrated not only for her talent but also for her poise and intelligence. Her effortless takedown of these trolls sends a clear message—aging is natural, and no amount of online criticism will make her ashamed of it.
Her fans, as expected, rallied around her, applauding her classy comebacks and calling out the culture of age-shaming that many celebrities—especially women—often face.
Genevieve’s response is a reminder that growing older is not something to be ridiculed but rather embraced. After all, as she wisely put it, the alternative to aging is much worse.