Oprah Winfrey + Gayle King + Ava DuVernay Don’t Want To Be Called ‘Auntie’ Anymore!

June 17, 2019
Celebrity

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Oprah, Gayle, and Ava have had enough!

 

The multi-talented trio is often referred to as ‘Auntie’ in a respectful way via social media users and fans; nonetheless, Oprah Magazine published an article where they thoroughly explain why Oprah, Gayle, and Ava don’t like it.

 

Ava DuVernay expressed that the reference seems ageist when she stated: “Auntie Ava? Why? Am I that old?!” she asked…”Because I don’t feel that old! And it’s not a respect thing…Auntie Ava, like…Aunt Jemima?”

 

Oprah Winfrey stated: I cringe being called Auntie or Mama by anybody other than my nieces or godchildren.”

 

Gayle King stated: “I get that it’s a sign of respect, but no one’s calling Beyoncé Auntie Beyoncé!”

 

Check out the full article HERE and let us know what you think!

 

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Oop! Looks like #Oprah, #GayleKing and #AvaDuVernay would prefer if people didn’t call them “Auntie”

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