‘She Went Straight for the Jugular’: Tamar Braxton Cracks Fans Up After She Shares What’s Its Like Dating Over 40

Tamar Braxton left fans in shambles on Monday, Jan. 31, after revealing the struggles she faced dating over 40. 

Braxton was previously married to music executive Vincent Herbert from 2008 to 2017. The singer filed for divorce, and the divorce was legally finalized in 2019. One year after the divorce filing in 2018, Braxton began dating her most recent ex, businessman David Adefeso. The pair ultimately split in 2020, following allegations of a domestic dispute that reportedly took place in his car. 

BEVERLY HILLS, CA – FEBRUARY 11: Singer Tamar Braxton attends the 2017 Pre-GRAMMY Gala And Salute to Industry Icons Honoring Debra Lee at The Beverly Hilton Hotel on February 11, 2017 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)

Despite Braxton’s love woes, the “Love & War” vocalist seemingly remained optimistic about romance until she disclosed the potential suitors she may have encountered in the past on her Twitter page.

Although Braxton didn’t provide a particular reason behind her rant, she did, however, offer advice to individuals who don’t act their age in the dating scene. She wrote, “It’s the dudes in they 40’s who still heavy in the streets for me… bruh you not a Playa you are a Pop Pop!!”

As Braxton’s tweet began to circulate online, many agreed with the star’s remarks. One social media user expressed that the mother of one showed no mercy to anyone who matched that description.

“A pop pop she went straight for the jugular.”

“Girl!!! Louder for the people in the back please they don’t get it.”

“Dudes over 40 still trying to keep up with young dudes IN GENERAL is a big hell no.”

“Riiighhht.. cause bruh it’s time now. You are bout to be past your prime.”

“Pushingggg grown! She ain’t lying.”

In addition to the positive responses, other individuals called out the former reality star because they claimed Braxton was a hypocrite for stating that men in their 40s should be acting their age. One wrote, “I feel her !!!! But she is the last person that needs to be talking about anything and anyone.”

Another said, “Ain’t she too old to be doing some of the s–t she does.” A third social media user expressed being confused by Braxton’s remarks because she posted a thirst trap at 44 years old. That person stated, “Confused cause she 44 and posting bra & undie pics just last year.”


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