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In a 50th birthday piece, Gwyneth Paltrow said she’s “hurt people” and “betrayed” herself

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By Samantha Allen

Gwyneth Paltrow admitted she has “damaged people” and “betrayed” herself in a honest article about her 50th birthday.

The “Sliding Doors” actress will be 50 on September 27. In a message for her Goop brand, she reflected on her past errors and resolved to learn from them as she looks to the future.

It said: “Never deliberately, I’ve wounded people. I’ve disappointed individuals by falling short of their expectations. I betrayed myself for peace…”

“‘I’ve crossed boundaries, which sometimes wakes me up and keeps me up all night in humiliation.

“I’ve avoided speaking my truth out of fear that hurting someone would pull us apart.”

“My greatest lasting blunders and the chaos that comes with them have all originated from my not standing completely in my truth,” Paltrow said.

“Saying the words that may have saved grief and consequences. No. This is wrong. Unrealistic aspirations.

“You’re acting inappropriately. I’ve outgrown this connection. Not for me. I’m over you.”

She claimed that her blunders lead her to “a road of inquiry” She stated she gave similar marital counsel to Apple, 18, and Moses, 16.

The actress taught her kids to follow their intuition and make romantic choices based on their emotions.

In 2016, she divorced Martin and married TV executive Brad Falchuk.

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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.