In a recent Instagram post, Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow surprised her fans by announcing that she will be taking a break from social media. The star of the popular film “Iron Man 3” and founder of the lifestyle brand Goop shared on August 2 that she will not be active on Instagram for an indefinite period of time.
While she didn’t delve into the specifics of why she’s taking this step, Gwyneth did mention that her main focus during this break is to dedicate time and attention to herself. In the caption accompanying her post, the 50-year-old actress wrote, “Taking this full moon energy with me as I go into a social media break.” She expressed her intention to work on being present and wished her followers a happy summer.
The image she shared featured Gwyneth Paltrow gracefully posing on a patio with the mesmerizing full moon in the background, adding an ethereal touch to her announcement. She gave credit to her friend, actor John Benjamin Hickey, for capturing the captivating moment.
The news of her social media break garnered an outpouring of support and love from her fans and fellow celebrities. Actress Michelle Pfeiffer commented, “Good for you,” while Naomi Watts simply wrote, “Beauty.” However, not all fans were thrilled with the announcement. Some expressed their reluctance to see her take a break, with one pleading, “Don’t go,” and another lamenting, “Please say u are lying! I don’t think I can survive a summer without your Ask me a question series.”
Just a day before her social media break revelation, Gwyneth Paltrow had used her Instagram account to share exciting news about her collaboration with Airbnb. In her post, she revealed that Airbnb had teamed up with her to work towards “making the world a little less lonely.”
For those unaware, Gwyneth and her husband, Brad Falchuk, made headlines in 2016 when they purchased their stunning Montecito mansion for $4.9 million. The prestigious neighborhood is also home to other A-list stars such as Ellen DeGeneres, Oprah Winfrey, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle.
As Gwyneth Paltrow takes her break from the virtual world, fans will undoubtedly wait with anticipation for her return. In the meantime, she leaves behind a captivating image and a sense of curiosity about what lies ahead during her hiatus. Whatever her reasons may be, it’s clear that the actress is prioritizing self-care and reflection during this time away from the social media spotlight.