Earlier this week actress Zoe Saldana spoke out about her husband, artist Marco Perego, taking her name.
However, since she revealed all about their unusual set up Zoe has recieved criticism online, despite having previously admitted that it wasn't her idea for Marco to become a Saldana.
Now she's spoken out again on Facebook questioning why people have found Marco's decision so shocking.
In a post she said: "Fathers, sons, brothers, men everywhere: Your legacy will not perish if you take your partner's surname, or she keeps hers. I’ve been made aware that a comment I made regarding my marriage has garnered some attention.
"I felt proud that my husband decided to take my last name as his own... and I his. I shared my hesitation with him when he told me about his decision, not only did he say, “I don’t give a shhheeeetttt!!” (with a very strong Italian accent!!) he also asked me, “Why not? What are you so afraid of?" And it made me wonder... What am I so afraid of?"
Zoe continued: "Why is it so surprising, shocking- eventful that a man would take his wife's surname? Women have never been asked if its ok for them to give up their names — why doesn’t that make the news? Men, you will not cease to exist by taking your partner’s surname. On the contrary — you’ll be remembered as a man who stood by change. I know our sons will respect and admire their father more because their father lead by example.
"Gentlemen, I implore you to think outside the box- remove the box altogether. Let’s redefine masculinity. A real “man” leads along side his partner. A real man accepts his mortality. A real man acknowledges that nothing can be done alone. I hope that the “buzz” behind this topic isn’t just for gossip — but an inspiration for us all to look within and see what is truly important.
"Let’s start by letting go of some of the limitations we have inherited from the past, and forge a new path moving forward. With Love, Zoe and Marco
"Sorry for any mistypes LOL." We think the LOL at the end of this is our favourite part of the whole message, good on ya Zo!