Halle Berry recently paid tribute to her iconic role as Catwoman with a series of risqué photos on Instagram, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the film. In the photos, Berry posed in black cut-out underwear, holding her two rescue kittens over her chest while wearing a mask similar to her Catwoman character. She expressed her enduring connection to the role, stating, “She will always be close to my heart and I will forever be Patience Phillips aka CATWOMAN!” Berry also thanked a friend for helping her rescue the kittens.
The 57-year-old actress left fans in awe with her stunning physique and playful homage. Comments poured in, praising her timeless beauty and dedication to the character. One user exclaimed, “The waaaay you keep your foot on our necks!!!!!” while another called her “the only one Catwoman.” Berry’s portrayal of Catwoman, which followed her historic Academy Award win in 2002 as the first Black woman to receive the Best Actress Oscar, remains a significant part of her career.
In a 2020 interview with Variety, Berry revealed that people advised her against taking the Catwoman role after her Oscar win, but she saw it as an opportunity to break barriers for women of color in superhero roles. Despite her dissatisfaction with the film’s plot, she defended her choice, emphasizing that she was just the actor and had limited control over the direction.
Berry has continued to push for more complex roles for Black women in Hollywood. Her recent project, “Bruised,” in which she starred and directed, showcases her commitment to telling diverse stories. Reflecting on the experience, Berry expressed her enjoyment in having a voice in all aspects of the production process, something she found empowering and different from her previous acting roles.
