one of the couples most applauded from the world of Hollywood: Elsa Pataky and Chris Hemsworth. The duo has not only achieved success in their respective careers, but also attracts the attention of the entire world for their long and stable relationship in addition to the decisions they make in their personal lives.
Since they decided to participate in an advertisement promoting teaurism in Abu Dhabi (which has generated much debate due to criticism of the country regarding human rights) just a few weeks ago until they revealed that they allow their dog to sleep in bed with them, the couple has faced divided comments among their followers.
But without a doubt none of these situations has generated so much controversy such as Elsa Pataky’s decision to take a step back from her professional career to focus on her family life.
Controversial decision of Pataky and Hemsworth
The decision that made them the talk of all the media and social networks arose after the emotional speech of Chris Hemsworth during the award ceremony of his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame where the Australian actor took the opportunity to express his gratitude to his wife, confirming that he had sacrificed his professional dreams to support his: especially at the beginning of his career.
“I do not forget that she put aside her own dreams to support mine and, again, I will always be indebted to you,” although they were words full of gratitude, they unleashed a wave of criticism on social networks as many interpreted the situation as another example of how women are often the ones who give up their careers for their families, while men continue to pursue their professional goals without restrictions.
Faced with the avalanche of comments, Elsa Pataky stepped forward to respond to the criticism at an event by the beauty firm Biotherm, the Spanish actress defended the decision the couple had made. “I felt that it was what I wanted to do. I felt more comfortable being with my children. I had that opportunity to be with them and I decided to sacrifice part of my career at that time, which I had also done a lot of. “It was my decision.”
Despite the criticism, Pataky and Hemsworth have shown that they made a joint decisionbased on dialogue and your priorities as a family.
Although some consider that the Pataky sacrifice It is an example of machismo, the actress insisted that it was a choice that made her feel fulfilled in her role as a mother.
