Celibacy Is the New Black: 8 Celebrities Who Publicly Swore Off Sex

June 10th, 2012 - By Alissa Henry

Source: People.com

There are many religious, moral or personal reasons why a person would choose to abstain from sex for a certain period. Whether that period lasts for a night, a year, until marriage, a lifetime or somewhere in between depends upon the person. 

Think Like a Man actress Meagan Good is only the latest in a string of celebrities who have claimed they were celibate at one time or another.

Are these celebrities on to something? Have they discovered that even in a nation (and industry) notoriously obsessed with sex, that the best Kama Sutra position may be “legs closed”? Did they realize that the most intimate relationship of all can be had without this most intimate act? Is celibate the new sex?

I’m not certain, but one thing is for sure: There are definitely some surprises on this list!

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  • Stl Moorish Queen

    I lived celibate for a period of four years, it was one of the best choices that I made in my life. It was hard in the beginning, however, during my self-imposed celibacy I discovered more about myself, appreciated my worth and weeded out the losers.

  • msnaimah1985

    I am not currently celibate, however I am in a very loving and secure relationship with a man I will soon one day marry. I do believe that are relationship is so secure because we courted/dated for 8 months sex free, at times it was very tempting but we both knew that we wanted a strong bond and a solid foundation if we were to take that step into a relationship…..and I must agree that it has worked out for the best!

  • DH

    Celibate 28 years and counting. And yes my whole life. :)

    • NMW

      Same here! 28 years aka my whole life! We do exist and we aren’t abnormal, just committed to something greater than sex.

      • DH

        And we’re not as square and homely as some (not all) people think we are. Most people see me and swear up and down I’m getting it in. NOT!!
        That’s I don’t even talk about it because I always end up in an argument as to why am I lying, why I’m not having sex, why I should be having sex, or the worst, I think I’m too good or better than people that are? My little poor kitty be on trial sometimes. lol.. As if what I decide to do with my vagina affects them. Really?

        • LMAO!!

          LMAO @ “My little poor kitty be on trial sometimes”!!!!!! DEAD!!!

          Keep on doing you lady! Rock on!

        • CeeCee

          Those people can keep their trap shut. Be encouraged sis! I’m 24 and I’m a virgin as well, someone asked me “Well, what are you waiting for?”
          Some people can’t deal with the idea that there is a better way to live their lives and when someone comes along that blasts that out of the water, they do what they can to bring them down because of the conviction they feel in their spirit.

      • Shannie

        24 years and counting.

    • Guest

      Makes me happy…I’m 27 and celibate. And far from being a prude, it’s not for religious reasons, as some think, it’s just that I haven’t met the right person or have had the appropriate relationship to do such. I feel that the connection needs to be not only mental and emotional, but on a spiritual level more than anything. We may not get married, or spend the rest of our lives together, but there needs to be a mutual bond of respect and love for each person. Honestly, sometimes I feel like I’m the only one, but I’m glad to know I’m not alone.

      • DH

        Head up, chest out, legs close hun. You are not alone;) There are more of us out here than you can imagine.

  • Melissa

    I have been celibate now for 2 1/2 years. In the past I slept with men who let me down, I now know my worth and can see right through men who only want sex. I’m waiting for a man who respects me and doesn’t just see me as some sex object. I don’t plan to abstain until marriage as I think it is important to make sure you are compatible in bed before marriage, but I will certainly wait longer before sleeping with a guy I like in the future.

  • http://www.facebook.com/kismet.feline Kismet Momo Muhammad

    I was celibate for a year after my last relationship was over. It was a bit difficult at first but very much worth it! I found I had more time for other things because I wasn’t spending time trying to attract someone constantly (we spend a lot of time doing that fyi whether we realize it or not ;-) and I used that year to work on myself and really get to know who I was and get my priorities straight. It is really worth it!

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  • http://www.facebook.com/chauntelle.adeyeye Chauntelle Adeyeye

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  • SQ

    After a difficult break up, I was celibate for five and half years. I didn’t want to take any unnecessary baggage from one situation into the next so I opted to take a break for awhile. Before I even realized it, a few months had turned into a year. My life was going well and I was at peace so I just continued. Next thing I knew that year had turned into 5. My next relationship lasted for 7 years and when I reevaluated my life I remembered the peace that came with celibacy so as of today I have been celibate for a year. I don’t like the idea of giving myself away freely. I think people ignore the intimacy of sex and focus far to much on the gratification.

    • Octavia

      I went through the same thing. Now after the end of my last relationship, I’ve been abstinent for 2 years now, and as a highly sexual woman strongly attracted to good looking men, I do not want to have casual sex no matter how fine some men are. It’s about quality and love and commitment. I will wait until marriage and a good blood test before becoming intimate again.

      Before my last relationship, I was abstinate for 5 years.

  • lgj

    I have been celibate for 6 years and 7 months. I would feel guilty when I had sex so I quit.

  • Chanda

    Kudos to anyone who’s abstaining from sex for whatever reasons there are but to be honest I’m tired of being “celibate” for sooooo long. I have no regrets but it’s time to get to “know” someone. I just hope and pray to make the right decisions.

  • RedButterfly81

    I’ve been celibate since my divorce, but now I’m dating a guy for 4 months now and he respects my standards, we have more fun going out to concerts, dinner and Six Flags than doing it.

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_JAI4SRENU2A5WKRTELXXYJPDSI Kayla

    Some of these people I have a hard time believing, but to each it’s own.

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_JAI4SRENU2A5WKRTELXXYJPDSI Kayla

    Some of these people I have a hard time believing, but to each it’s own.

    • MLS2698

      Some artist are just selling sex, but not really fitting in the mold. Sad

  • Kec88

    In my opinion I believe to many people over glamorize and
    are too proud about Abstinence and Sex when your an adult. We make it seem like it’s the key to happiness
    and a better life in general. Sex is a serious game in life filled with Laws
    and Rules as a guide in are decision making. Some people confuse abstinence for
    self improvement & spirituality like that’s all it takes to survive this
    life. I also realized married people can share STDs, and just because you abstain
    from sex until marriage DOESN’T guarantee a successful marriage. It will take
    Work, consistently educating yourself on how to get better, and prayer. that
    can get you somewhere.

  • intricateoptimist

    I loooooove this thread!!!! Such support ! I have remained abstinent for all 25 years of my life.. All though I am not religious (in the classical sense) I feel as if waiting for the “right” person is important. I think one thing all of us have in common is deep knowledge of our true selves. I am an emotional person who bonds quickly. I know pre-marital sex is not right for me for those reasons.. Thanks again for the support! Keep up all of your good deeds/works!

  • Ms. K

    I’ve gone yrs at a time and think nothing of it. As we speak it’s been over a yr. Really not as big a deal as people make it.

  • bluekissess

    I feel better about being a 25 year old virgin. That tends to be a topic that people shy away from instea of celebrated. I applaud those who choose that path

  • juliemango

    Been celibate over a year now. Was very hard to do at first bc I was afraid of losing a certain person. Which I did. But its so worth it. I feel more valuable now!!!

  • Becbec99

    Lady gaga’s black?

    • EarthIsASac

      umm nope but she is on this site, atleast in this article-she aint blk

  • Trisha_B

    I think Nicki just said she was celibate just so her young fans will follow suit. In her interviews she’s always telling her female fans to stop worrying about boys, not become a young mom, & focus on school. So even tho, i doubt she’s actually celibate, i give her props for installing something other than sex into her female fans head

    • EarthIsASac

      i think she is abstinent not celibate but it is her life cant say someone is lying about their life unless you are them

      • trisha_B

        sorry! she could be abstinent. i was focusing on the word “celibate” & forgot about the word “abstinent”

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