Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 11, 2025 · Entertainment

Nelly Furtado: Celebrating Body Positivity, Motherhood, and ADHD Advocacy in Her 40s

Nelly Furtado's life as body positivity champion: How embracing her 'new silhouette', becoming a mum again in her 40s and an ADHD diagnosis earned singer, 46, 'icon' status (pictured on Saturday)

Nelly Furtado's Jaw-Dropping Transformation: From Self-Hatred to Body Confidence Icon

In a shocking turn of events, pop sensation Nelly Furtado has emerged from her six-year hiatus as a body confidence icon, leaving fans and critics alike in awe of her unapologetic self-love. The 46-year-old singer-songwriter, who rose to fame in the 90s with hits like "I'm Like a Bird" and "Turn Off the Light," has been making headlines for her stunning bikini photoshoots and empowering Instagram posts that have sparked a wave of admiration from fans worldwide.

A Journey of Self-Discovery

Nelly is a mother-of-three, having welcomed her younger children in her 40s, while also working alongside her older daughter. She has spoken about how balancing motherhood and working

Nelly's transformation began earlier this year when she opened up about her struggles with body image. In a candid post on social media, she revealed how she had been bombarded by online "charlatans" selling fake beauty products and treatments claiming to have worked on her appearance. The experience left her feeling frustrated and disheartened, but also sparked a newfound appreciation for self-love.

"I've learned that it's perfectly OK to be OK with what you see in the mirror," Nelly wrote. "I've never had any face or body surgeries or augmentations, besides getting veneers on my top teeth quite recently... I've been using natural products and techniques to take care of my skin, and I've found a great facialist who helps me maintain my glow."

A Healthy and Confident New Era

Nelly won widespread praise for her attitude towards body confidence, having professed: 'It's perfectly OK to be OK with what you see in the mirror'

Nelly's words have resonated with fans who are tired of the unrealistic beauty standards promoted by social media. Her unapologetic attitude towards her body has earned her a new status as a body confidence icon, with many praising her "gorgeous curves" and "refreshing attitude."

As she continues to slay on social media, Nelly is also making headlines for her growing family. The mother of three, who welcomed her youngest children in her 40s, has spoken about the challenges of balancing work and motherhood.

"I've learned to prioritize my creativity and art," Nelly told Vogue. "As a mom, it's hard to let go of that guilt and just focus on being an artist, but I've realized that it's essential to nurturing your inner self."

Nelly is pictured at the Grammys in 2002

Co-Parenting with Ease

Nelly has also been open about her co-parenting experiences, revealing that she and her ex-partner have remained close friends despite their split.

"We're fully active co-parents and really close friends," Nelly said. "We've managed to keep our relationship strong, even after we parted ways."

Having posed in a bikini back in January, she also shared an encouraging post which empowered her fans and won praise

As for future plans, Nelly hasn't ruled out the possibility of having more children.

"Maybe in the next five years I'll get married, have more kids," she joked. "My grandmother had eight kids, and her sister had ten. If I have that many kids, then I would need a husband!"

Breaking Barriers with ADHD

She was empowering her followers with her sizzling bikini body

In a surprise revelation last year, Nelly opened up about her diagnosis with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Despite facing stigma and misconceptions surrounding the condition, Nelly has chosen to use her platform to raise awareness and promote understanding.

"I've been using choreography and getting in the dance studio as a natural way of dealing with my ADHD," she revealed. "I find the discipline really helps my brain... The good news is I'm getting to know my brain really well."

A New Era of Empowerment

In her post earlier this year, Nelly wrote: 'HAVE A BODY NEUTRAL 2025, BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY, LOVE WITH EVERY INCH OF YOUR HEART THANKS FOR ALL THE MEMORIES THIS YEAR'

Nelly's unwavering commitment to self-love and body confidence has sparked a new wave of enthusiasm among fans worldwide. As she continues to slay on social media, we can't help but wonder what the future holds for this pop icon.

One thing is certain: Nelly Furtado's unapologetic attitude towards her body and her diagnosis with ADHD have cemented her status as a true trailblazer in the entertainment industry.

Her post was met with widespread praise from followers

Far from shying away from fashion now she is in her 40s, Nelly professed her joy at having a 'glow-up' in recent years

Fans also took to Facebook to praise the star

Nelly shares daughter Nevis, who turns 22 next month, with her ex Jasper Gahunia

In 2023, Nelly revealed she has been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder 18 month previously (pictured last year)

Nelly won praise from her followers when she posed in a bikini last year