Shirley Manson Defends Aging Against 'Unrecognizable' Criticism

Shirley Manson, the 58-year-old lead singer of the band Garbage, responded to criticism regarding her appearance in a recent article that described her and her bandmates as 'unrecognizable' in promotional photos. She shared a screenshot of the article on Instagram, emphasizing that at nearly sixty, she does not resemble her younger self, stating it would be 'creepy' if she did. Manson criticized the language used in the article as 'weaponized' against women and declared her intention to embrace aging naturally. She affirmed her confidence, insisting that despite changes in her appearance, she will 'always rock HARDER than most.' Support for Manson poured in from fans and fellow celebrities who praised her for her authenticity. Garbage is set to release their eighth studio album titled 'Let All That We Imagine Be the Light' on May 30, 2025.