Actress, Halle Berry clapped back at her ex, David Justice's comments claiming that she is not motherly.Image: Instagram
Hollywood icon Halle Berry is no stranger to turning headlines into moments of empowerment, and her latest response to her ex-husband’s remarks has sparked both laughter and admiration across social media. After former baseball star David Justice suggested on the All The Smoke podcast that Berry wasn’t “motherly” during their marriage because she didn’t cook or clean, the Oscar-winning actress gave the perfect Instagram comeback.
David Justice’s Comments
Justice, who was married to Berry from 1993 to 1997, recently reflected on their relationship during the podcast. At 59, he admitted that his understanding of relationships in his younger years was limited. Raised in the Midwest, he explained that his views on women and marriage were shaped by traditional values he saw in his mother.
“So, I’m looking at my mom—and I’m a Midwest guy. So, in my mind, I’m thinking a wife at that time should cook, clean, be traditional, you know?” Justice said.
He added that Berry’s independent and non-traditional approach to marriage made him question whether she was the right partner to start a family with. “She don’t cook, don’t clean, don’t really seem like motherly, and then we start having issues,” he recalled.
Halle Berry’s Instagram Comeback
Never one to stay silent when her independence is questioned, Berry fired back with a dose of wit. She posted a carousel of vacation images with her partner, musician Van Hunt, captioning it: “Phew…! Cooking, cleaning and mothering.”
The post was a subtle yet powerful response that not only dismissed Justice’s comments but also celebrated her own version of womanhood, free from outdated expectations.
Celebrating Her Birthday in Style
The actress, who turned 59 on August 14, also used the occasion to share birthday snapshots from her tropical getaway. Posing with loved ones, Berry appeared radiant, confident, and unbothered—proof that she continues to thrive on her own terms.
Fans and industry colleagues showered her with love in the comments.
“Happy Happy Birthday Beautiful Queen!!! Radiating positive vibes, happiness and energy,” wrote one follower.
“Happy birthday!!! You are the best,” added another.
“Happy birthday, we love you!” echoed a third.
More Than a Clapback
Berry’s response reflects a broader cultural conversation about shifting gender roles and the rejection of outdated expectations around women, marriage, and motherhood. Her stance shows that being “motherly” or “wifely” does not have to conform to rigid traditions—and that modern womanhood allows for freedom, individuality, and self-definition.
For many fans, her unapologetic approach is why she remains both a Hollywood legend and a cultural role model decades into her career.
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