By Winnie Gitau
Socialite and fashion influencer Claudia Naisabwa has once again ignited online debate after candidly opening up about her experiences with what she refers to as “pretty girl privileges.”
“Whenever I go out, I carry money to pay, but I never end up using it,” Claudia revealed in a now-viral clip.
She further shared an example involving her friend, Sumeya Abdalla, a popular TikToker, who was recently invited to sit in a plane’s cockpit—simply because of her looks.
“I don’t know if other women pay their own bills—me, I don’t,” Claudia added.
Her remarks sparked a wave of online reactions, with many offering both praise and criticism. While some lauded her honesty and claimed she was simply speaking an uncomfortable truth, others accused her of promoting entitlement and glamorizing superficiality.
The confession has reignited an ongoing conversation about the advantages some women may receive based on physical appearance—a phenomenon commonly referred to as “pretty girl privilege.”
Supporters argue that Claudia is shedding light on a reality many women silently benefit from, especially within nightlife and entertainment circles.
“She’s just saying what a lot of women are afraid to admit,” one Instagram user commented.
On the flip side, critics raised concerns about the deeper implications of such privileges, especially for young women still forming their sense of identity.
“What message is she sending to younger girls—that beauty is currency?” one user asked.
Another TikTok comment bluntly stated, “It’s prostitution, disguised as pretty privilege.”
