logo
Instagram/gabby3shabby
Instagram/gabby3shabby

Gabby Sidibe Poses with Her Mom in a Photo Wearing Matching Bonnets — Do They Look like Twins?

Christell Fatima M. Tudtud
Mar 06, 2021
09:15 A.M.

Gabourey 'Gabby' Sidibe shared an adorable snap on Instagram, which made her fiancé, Brandon Frankel, excited. Take a look at the actress's stunning photo with her "twin."

Advertisement

Academy Award nominee Gabourey "Gabby" Sidibe isn't only known for her acting chops in "Precious" and "American Horror Story." She's also a mama's girl.

The 37-year-old "Precious" star took to Instagram to share a cute picture of herself sharing a bed with her mother, Alice Tan Ridley. Do you think they look like twins?

Gabourey 'Gabby' Sidibe at the 2018 Essence Black Women In Hollywood Oscars Luncheon in Los Angeles, California on March 1, 2018. | Photo: Getty Images

Gabourey 'Gabby' Sidibe at the 2018 Essence Black Women In Hollywood Oscars Luncheon in Los Angeles, California on March 1, 2018. | Photo: Getty Images

POSING WITH HER MAMA

While on the bed covered with a purple blanket, Sidibe donned a black sleeveless top while holding a white cup. Beside her in the photo was Ridley, having a glass of juice.

Advertisement

They both wore bonnets - Sidibe's bonnet was red while Ridley opted for a lighter shade. The actress wrote that Brandon Frankel, her fiancé, was "very excited" to see them wearing bonnets. She added:

"He took so many pictures when she visited in November."

Advertisement

Many fans took to the comment section to note that Sidibe and Ridley, a gospel and R&B singer, looked beautiful while spending quality time together.

A user expressed that looking at Sidibe's picture made her miss her mother. One fan noted the beautiful purple blanket and wrote, "Mom can pass for your sister, looking good."

Gabby's mother looked familiar to some as she was a former contestant in "America's Got Talent" in 2010. Ridley, who used to sing on the New York City subways, wowed the judges with Etta James' track "At Last."

Advertisement

MAKING MONEY IN SINGING

Few years after Ridley took the "AGT" stage, Sidibe shared in an interview that her mother was a former teacher. She focused on teaching special education.

She became a busker in the NYC subway because she made more money doing that than teaching. Sidibe recalled her mother would bring her and her brother down the subway while she sang for five hours.

She also went on a weight loss surgery in 2016 because of her developing diabetes.

Advertisement

SIDIBE'S MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLE

Sidibe had grown close to Ridley growing up. She was there for her even in her tough times. The actress shared that she developed depression at a young age.

The "Empire" star's depression had grown into anxiety. During college, Sidibe also suffered from bulimia, an eating disorder which became her defense mechanism.

In her 2017 memoir, "This Is Just My Face: Try Not to Stare," Sidibe shared that she had her depression and bulimia under control after seeking treatment and therapy.

She also went on a weight loss surgery in 2016 because of her developing diabetes. Now that she's free from her struggles, Sidibe has focused on keeping a healthy lifestyle on her terms.

Advertisement
Advertisement
Related posts

Catherine O'Hara Showed Her Kids Only Once in Public – Here's the Rare Photo

February 02, 2026

British Actor Adam Rickitt Announces Death of His Family's Member

January 06, 2026

Bijou Phillips Hospitalized at 45 - Details

February 12, 2026

The Princess of Wales Steps Out in a Striking Orange Check Coat During Visit to Textile Manufacturers

February 04, 2026

Christina Applegate Makes First Public Appearance in Almost Two Years

February 26, 2026

Michael Jackson's Mother Katherine Makes a Rare Public Appearance That Sparked Online Buzz

March 11, 2026

Parkland Survivor Donovan Metayer Dies at 26, Nearly 8 Years After Tragedy

December 22, 2025

What Would Princess Diana Look Like at 64 If She Were Still with Us? AI Edition

January 22, 2026

'Emmerdale' and 'Hollyoaks' Siblings Heartbroken as Their Mum Passes Away on Mother's Day

March 18, 2026

Grieving Richard Branson's Tribute Post to His Late Wife on Their Wedding Anniversary Sparks Public Discussion

December 24, 2025

The Traitors' Winner Rachel Duffy 'Heartbroken' as Her Dearest Person Passes Away Just Days After Her Win

January 28, 2026