Gloria Gaynor, 81, makes ‘dangerous’ confession about feminism
I Will Survive is one of the most famous feminist anthems.
She’s the voice of arguably one of the most feminist anthems ever created, but don’t ever call Gloria Gaynor a feminist.
The 81-year-old vocal powerhouse was catapulted to Disco Queen status in the 70s and 80s and has continued to enjoy dizzying heights of success decades later.
Of course, 1978’s I Will Survive is her most famous hit, having become not only a soundtrack for queer liberation but also that of many breakups and moments of personal strife, particularly among women.
However, when expressing her own views regarding gender and equality in today’s society, Gloria emphatically rebukes the ‘feminist’ label—despite admitting it’s probably ‘dangerous’ to do so.
Speaking exclusively to Metro, the New Jersey-born star is asked what the biggest misconception is about her, given she’s probably been subjected to every possible headline under the sun over time.
In a surprising response, she begins: ‘The biggest misconception about me? Hmm. It may be dangerous to say this, but… that I’m a feminist.’
