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Gray is the New Blonde – The Movie

by Adelina | Jan 4, 2021 | 0 comments

My Interview with Director/Producer Victoria Marie

For my very first Silver Spotlight Interview, I’m featuring Victoria Marie’s groundbreaking documentary Gray Is the New Blond a film that is truly changing the narrative around gray hair and aging.

There is no doubt a gray hair revolution afoot, and in this film, Victoria tackles the age-old perceptions around gray hair and why she chose to be dye free and natural in the eternally youthful entertainment industry right in the heart of Hollywood.

I was going to be in California last January when the movie premiered, so I decided to attend, and boy was I in for a treat! Gorgeous and glamorous silver women (and men) graced the theatre in full regalia. It was my first Red Carpet experience, and I was fully present, taking it all in.

Just one year into my gray hair journey, I got a glimpse of what was to come while observing women fully transitioned to silver hair in all of their splendor-proud, vibrant, and amazing.

If I had any doubts before, I knew then that I had made the right decision, and I would never dye my hair again. I saw all of the Silver Sister Stars that I had been following on Instagram who were in the movie like the lovely @rosas4k @vickieheath and @anna.the.gray to name a few.

This documentary is like no other, exploring gray hair perceptions in media, in beauty, and in every day life experiences. It explores some of the historical perspectives in advertising and contrasts it with how far we have come. It is long overdue, and it showcases gray hair as a beautiful thing to be coveted and shown off instead of hiding it in shame. A new breed of unapologetically fabulous gray-haired ladies is coming out from the shadows and are boldly strutting their stuff, just like the unforgettable intro to the film.

There is much more work to be done, but in this excellent film, Victoria breaks the ice and busts the door wide open for the Silver Spotlight to shine brightly through!

Check out my Interview with her here:

Download the film here:

https://www.grayisthenewblonde.com/streaming

Follow her on Instagram:

@grayisthenewblonde

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Sunday Service.
Feeling a bit sad today realizing that as the Bible says, “we are but a vapor”
In a hundred years nobody will care what makeup or designer clothing we wore.
I didn’t even know Susanne personally, but just knowing that she went in for arthroscopic knee surgery , came home and passed away a few days later from a blood clot is something I haven’t been able to shake. We are around the same age, attended the same HIIT class, just
living our mature years with the pesky achy joints that come along with aging.
Suddenly her husband is a widower, and her daughter is motherless. Just like that.
Are we prepared for the inevitable? Have You made peace with God today?

Psalm 90:10 states: “The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength labour and sorrow…”(threescores and ten equals 70 years) No doubt we are witnessing all kinds of longevity boosters that might buy us a few more years these days, but still.

James 4:14 says “yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes.”

So although this is a sad and sobering message, here’s the Good News:

1 John 5:13 states: “I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life”

Do you believe?

Part 2 is coming up. Stay tuned.

#womanoffaith#FlyGrannyBk#Jesusislord#faithoverfear#peaceofchrist

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Sunday Service.
Feeling a bit sad today realizing that as the Bible says, “we are but a vapor”
In a hundred years nobody will care what makeup or designer clothing we wore.
I didn’t even know Susanne personally, but just knowing that she went in for arthroscopic knee surgery , came home and passed away a few days later from a blood clot is something I haven’t been able to shake. We are around the same age, attended the same HIIT class, just
living our mature years with the pesky achy joints that come along with aging.
Suddenly her husband is a widower, and her daughter is motherless. Just like that.
Are we prepared for the inevitable? Have You made peace with God today?

Psalm 90:10 states: “The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength labour and sorrow…”(threescores and ten equals 70 years) No doubt we are witnessing all kinds of longevity boosters that might buy us a few more years these days, but still.

James 4:14 says “yet you do not know what tomorrow will bring. What is your life? For you are a mist that appears for a little time and then vanishes.”

So although this is a sad and sobering message, here’s the Good News:

1 John 5:13 states: “I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life”

Do you believe?

Part 2 is coming up. Stay tuned.

#womanoffaith#FlyGrannyBk#Jesusislord#faithoverfear#peaceofchrist

Heading to church… I would say help me pick but I already picked. I decided to go with the tie front. It’s a little more flattering and I get to show the details on these pants.
This great shirt is thrifted and it’s by Sandra Ingrish. The asymmetrical pants are both classic and fun.
Like this look? Comment “Shop” below for the link.
Have a blessed week!

#grayhairdontcare #menswearstyle #over60#over60style

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Heading to church… I would say help me pick but I already picked. I decided to go with the tie front. It’s a little more flattering and I get to show the details on these pants.
This great shirt is thrifted and it’s by Sandra Ingrish. The asymmetrical pants are both classic and fun.
Like this look? Comment “Shop” below for the link.
Have a blessed week!

#grayhairdontcare #menswearstyle #over60#over60style

Back when life was black and white… but somehow felt more colorful than ever. ✨ A young girl growing up in 1970s New York City, learning grit on the sidewalks, style on the stoops, and confidence in a city that never handed you anything—you had to become it. These photos hold the beginning of the woman I would one day become: bold, resilient, curious, and always just a little fly.
There was no filtering the moment, no retakes, no chasing perfection. Just real memories, real city streets, and a young Brooklyn girl finding her way through a world full of rhythm, soul, and possibility. Looking back now, I can see how those black-and-white years built the foundation for everything colorful in my life today.
1970s throwbacks…
I had a job in the city while I was still in high school, and I worked alongside an aspiring photographer from California and he took some photos of me in the office hallway. I love the vibe -the bandanna, hoop, earrings, and wrap skirt. I love the way. The light catches me and that spot. The second photo I was in a 1940s fashion vibe. For this portrait, I sat for a fellow student in photography class. For the last photo, I was working for a little newspaper, and I was interviewing someone downtown Manhattan. Peep the Pierre Cardin T-shirt., a very iconic designer brand in the 70s
These are such great memories of life in the 70s in New York City.

#ᴛʙᴛ #1970style#flygrannybk#nycgirl

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Part 2. Be Patient.
The first man who buys you coffee is not necessarily the one walking you down the aisle — and that’s okay. Dating at this stage of life is about discovery, not desperation. Keep it light. Keep it fun. A coffee date can turn into a great friendship, a confidence boost, or the foundation of something beautiful. You don’t have to rush the process.
Get to know people. Ask questions. Laugh more. Expect less pressure and more connection.
And to all the men out there dating over 50 — I want to hear from YOU. Drop your experience in the comments 👇 What do you wish women knew? What surprised you about dating at this stage?
Let’s keep this conversation going. 💬
#DatingOver50
#LoveAfter50
#Over50AndThriving
#DatingAdviceForWomen
#SingleOver50

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Are you still dating over 50

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Part 2. Be Patient.
The first man who buys you coffee is not necessarily the one walking you down the aisle — and that’s okay. Dating at this stage of life is about discovery, not desperation. Keep it light. Keep it fun. A coffee date can turn into a great friendship, a confidence boost, or the foundation of something beautiful. You don’t have to rush the process.
Get to know people. Ask questions. Laugh more. Expect less pressure and more connection.
And to all the men out there dating over 50 — I want to hear from YOU. Drop your experience in the comments 👇 What do you wish women knew? What surprised you about dating at this stage?
Let’s keep this conversation going. 💬
#DatingOver50
#LoveAfter50
#Over50AndThriving
#DatingAdviceForWomen
#SingleOver50

dating over 50, single over 50, dating after divorce, love after 50, mature dating, midlife dating, dating advice for women, over 50 relationships, second chance at love, patience in dating, dating confidence, coffee dates, casual dating tips, getting back out there, midlife women, dating after 50 women, dating red flags, healthy relationships, finding love later in life, boomer dating, dating in your 50s, men dating over 50, self-love over 50, dating tips for seniors, relationship advice over 50

Are you still dating over 50

Part 1-Dating at any age is not for the faint of heart these days-but if you’re over 40…Ooooh Chile, it can be a real challenge in this changing world.
Some of you ladies give up after one or two dates, some of y’all don’t even wanna get started, and then lament about being alone. I’ve even helped some women with their profile, and then for some reason they don’t go online. I know it’s not for everyone, and there are a lot of creeps out there, but like Lotto-“You’ve gotta be in it to win it!” Stay hopeful, be wise, and stay at it if a relationship is your goal.
People often ask me where my husband and I met, so I put together a FREE Download with some dating sites, and a few tips about online dating. If you want it write “Download” in the comments and I’ll send the link to you!

Look for Part 2 Later today

#DatingOver50 #LoveAfter50 #FlyGrannyBk #OnlineDatingTips #BlackWomenOver50

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Happy Heavenly Birthday Ricky! Thanks for leading me to Christ, save a seat for me til I see you again! Love your Little Sis ❤️

#1970sstyle #platformshoes #throwback #70sfashion #afro

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Happy Heavenly Birthday Ricky! Thanks for leading me to Christ, save a seat for me til I see you again! Love your Little Sis ❤️

#1970sstyle #platformshoes #throwback #70sfashion #afro

Fit Check…
Feeling very spring and appreciating the sun.
Have a wonderful weekend!!
This Is 68….for a just few more weeks!

#grayhairdontcare #over60andfabulous #thisis68#styleover60 #menswear

Spring in Arizona, Arizona living, senior citizen in Arizona, Prescott Valley, life, menswear, fashion, for women, men’s wear style, stylish over 60, midlife influencer, women of color influencer

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Fit Check…
Feeling very spring and appreciating the sun.
Have a wonderful weekend!!
This Is 68….for a just few more weeks!

#grayhairdontcare #over60andfabulous #thisis68#styleover60 #menswear

Spring in Arizona, Arizona living, senior citizen in Arizona, Prescott Valley, life, menswear, fashion, for women, men’s wear style, stylish over 60, midlife influencer, women of color influencer

Happy Heavenly Birthday Mom! Without you, there would be no Us. Periodt.
Thank you for everything🙏🏽 And you were right about EVERYTHING!!
Miss you and love you!

I love looking back at these old photos.
Good memories.

#heavenlybirthday #motherslove #blasian #filipina #filipinabeauty

Philippine lady, growing up biracial, interracial kids, interracial family, growing up in brooklyn, black and filipino, biracial family, Philippine mother

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Happy Heavenly Birthday Mom! Without you, there would be no Us. Periodt.
Thank you for everything🙏🏽 And you were right about EVERYTHING!!
Miss you and love you!

I love looking back at these old photos.
Good memories.

#heavenlybirthday #motherslove #blasian #filipina #filipinabeauty

Philippine lady, growing up biracial, interracial kids, interracial family, growing up in brooklyn, black and filipino, biracial family, Philippine mother

The promise of Easter… The promise of spring- signifying new beginnings, new life. Longer days, better weather, everything is blooming. I, for one an happy spring is here. How about you?
Have a blessed week!

Pink is not a color I wear too often, but I’m feeling it today, so this is what I wore to church.

Pants: Part of a vest set that you can find in my Amazon favorites. Click the link in my bio.
The sweater is from @tjmaxx

#grayhairdontcare #sundayservice #faithandfashion#over60style

Easter outfit, Sunday in Arizona, Sunday best, what I wore, Women over 60, Over 60 style, pretty in pink, pink pants, spring inspo

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The promise of Easter… The promise of spring- signifying new beginnings, new life. Longer days, better weather, everything is blooming. I, for one an happy spring is here. How about you?
Have a blessed week!

Pink is not a color I wear too often, but I’m feeling it today, so this is what I wore to church.

Pants: Part of a vest set that you can find in my Amazon favorites. Click the link in my bio.
The sweater is from @tjmaxx

#grayhairdontcare #sundayservice #faithandfashion#over60style

Easter outfit, Sunday in Arizona, Sunday best, what I wore, Women over 60, Over 60 style, pretty in pink, pink pants, spring inspo

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