The Queen of Pop remains unapologetically provocative at 66, dominating headlines this week with a jaw-dropping lingerie reveal and a political controversy that ignited social media warfare.
Bedtime Stories Reloaded
On February 17, Madonna teased fans with an Instagram video announcing the re-release of her 1994 album Bedtime Stories, clad in thigh-high stockings, fishnet gloves, and a sheer pink slip dress layered over black lingerie. The sultry clip—set to her deep-cut track “Bedtime Story”—showcased the star rolling across floors in stilettos while accessorizing with chunky chains and a trench coat. Fans flooded comments with fire emojis, praising her ageless audacity.
Presidential Backlash
Three days later, Madonna found herself embroiled in controversy after criticizing former President Donald Trump’s social media post featuring a fake TIME magazine cover labeling him “King.” She tweeted: “I thought this country was built by Europeans escaping kings… If this is a joke, I’m not laughing”. While some applauded her stance against authoritarianism, historians and activists slammed the remark for erasing Native American and enslaved African contributions to U.S. infrastructure.
| Supporters Say | Critics Argue |
|---|---|
| “She’s calling out Trump’s dictator vibes” | “Whitewashes America’s complex history” |
| “Brave political commentary” | “Ignores Indigenous genocide/slavery” |
The debate trended for 12 hours on X (formerly Twitter), with Madonna yet to respond to accusations of historical revisionism.
What’s Next?
The Bedtime Stories reissue—slated for vinyl and digital platforms—will include remastered tracks from the original platinum-selling album that birthed hits like “Take a Bow” and “Secret”. Meanwhile, Madonna continues recovering from last year’s bacterial infection that postponed her record-breaking Celebration Tour, which grossed $225M and concluded with a free Rio concert for 1.6M fans.
