Christina Aguilera is ringing in her 44th birthday in a bold and daring fashion — and her latest Instagram post proves she’s still the same confident and powerful performer we’ve all come to love.
On Wednesday, December 18, the pop icon took to social media to share a striking black-and-white image that is nothing short of jaw-dropping. In the sensual shot, Aguilera strikes a near-nude pose, leaving little to the imagination. Her right arm is elegantly positioned across her chest, concealing her breasts, while her left arm gently holds her legs in a pose that radiates both grace and raw energy.
The sultry side-profile shot features the singer wearing only a black undergarment, stilettos, and a stylish beret perched atop her voluminous, curled hair. Captioning the daring photo with the playful phrase “Birthday Suit #44,” Aguilera is unapologetically embracing her own sensuality and celebrating her birthday with flair.
Fans couldn’t help but notice the striking similarities to her look in the 2010 musical Burlesque, where she famously portrayed Ali, an aspiring singer who takes the stage in a glamorous burlesque lounge alongside the legendary Cher. The sultry, vintage-inspired vibe in this birthday photo has Burlesque written all over it, reminding everyone of Aguilera’s iconic portrayal of a woman who embraces her own power and femininity.
For Aguilera, embracing and celebrating her sexuality is nothing new. Throughout her career, the singer has been a vocal advocate for female empowerment, often challenging societal norms and double standards. Her career has been defined by her willingness to own her body, express herself authentically, and fight back against the criticism that often comes with doing so.
In an interview with ADWEEK earlier this year, Aguilera opened up about her relationship with sexuality and how it has always been a natural part of her life. “This has been a very comfortable and natural space for me to enter because [sexuality] has been such a big part of my life, my world, my music,” she explained. “I’ve experienced firsthand the double standards [put on women]; and I’ve been shamed for being open, for expressing myself sexually and trying to own my body, and for trying to empower other women. People are afraid of that.”
Her openness about body image and self-expression has made Aguilera a trailblazer for women in the entertainment industry, and she continues to push boundaries with her personal and professional choices.
As she celebrates her 44th trip around the sun, Aguilera’s message is one of self-love, empowerment, and confidence. Her journey toward embracing her body and her own sense of beauty is something she is passionate about instilling in her children as well. In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Aguilera shared her thoughts on beauty and how she hopes to encourage her kids — Max, 16, and Summer, 10 — to feel comfortable in their own skin.
“Defining beauty for me is about feeling comfortable in your own skin, and that’s a message I always try to encourage my kids to instill in themselves,” Aguilera said. Her words reflect her own growth over the years, from the confident woman we see today to the young star who once faced immense pressure and scrutiny in the spotlight.
Aguilera’s boldness in posting a nearly nude photo to mark her 44th birthday isn’t just a celebration of her age, but of the woman she has become: unapologetically herself, owning her sexuality, and encouraging others — especially the next generation — to do the same.
As she continues to push boundaries in both her career and personal life, Christina Aguilera proves that she is a force to be reckoned with, inside and out. And as she embarks on the next chapter of her life, it’s clear that her confidence, power, and passion are only growing stronger.
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