Madonna has once again done what she does best—ignite a full-blown cultural argument. The pop legend shocked followers by sharing a New Year–themed photo series shot beside a Christmas tree, where she posed in lingerie alongside her much younger boyfriend, Akeem Morris, and two of her adopted daughters.
The images, posted to her Instagram, instantly went viral—and not because of holiday cheer. At 67, Madonna showed no interest in toning things down, opting instead for provocative styling that blurred the line between festive family moment and high-voltage sensuality.
The backlash was immediate and brutal. Critics flooded comment sections and tabloids, accusing the singer of oversharing, attention-seeking, and pushing provocation too far. Some commenters mocked her appearance, others questioned her mental state, and many took issue with what they saw as the sexualization of a family holiday.
Comments ranged from cruel to outright furious, with users writing things like: “This is embarrassing,” “Why are the kids even there?”, and “She’s terrified of aging and clinging to shock value.” Others claimed the shoot crossed a moral line by involving her daughters in such a setting.
Still, controversy has always been Madonna’s native language. For decades, she has built an empire on challenging norms around sex, age, power, and female autonomy—and retirement from rebellion clearly isn’t on her agenda.
Beyond the visuals, her personal life continues to fuel speculation. The appearance of Morris—29 and a former athlete—has reignited rumors that the singer may be planning another wedding, despite their significant age gap.
Madonna is a mother of six. She shares son Rocco with director Guy Ritchie and daughter Lourdes with actor Carlos Leon. She has also adopted four children from Malawi: David Banda, Mercy James, and twins Stella and Estere.
Love her or loathe her, Madonna refuses to fade quietly—and judging by the reaction, she never will.
