After nearly a decade away from the pop scene, Hilary Duff is making a bold and deeply personal return with her new album Luck… or Something. The project marks her first full-length release since Breathe In. Breathe Out. in 2015 — but this time, the voice behind the music is noticeably more self-assured and emotionally transparent.
Now 38, Duff says the new record reflects a version of herself shaped by experience, motherhood, and self-discovery. While promoting the album, she opened up in a candid interview about how her relationship with intimacy has evolved over time.
“I finally feel like I know a lot about s*x,” she admitted. Duff revealed that her 20s were marked by confusion and uncertainty when it came to understanding pleasure and connection. Today, she feels empowered by that growth — and unapologetic about embracing it. Rather than conforming to expectations about aging in the public eye, she’s redefining what confidence looks like.
Having grown up in the spotlight since childhood, Duff also spoke about the strange reactions she receives from people watching her grow older. Comments like “you’ve aged so well” often leave her amused.
“I’m only 38,” she pointed out, reflecting on how perspectives on age have shifted. What once seemed like “grown-up” now feels entirely different in today’s world.
Beyond themes of empowerment, Luck… or Something also ventures into emotionally vulnerable territory. During a recent appearance on CBS Mornings, Duff discussed one of the album’s most personal tracks, “We Don’t Talk,” which explores her estrangement from her sister, Haylie Duff.
She described the absence of that relationship as one of the loneliest experiences of her life. Including the song on the album wasn’t an easy decision, but Duff ultimately felt it was important to express her truth.
Rather than framing the track as blame or confrontation, she explained it simply captures her emotional reality. The experience, she noted, resonates with many people navigating complicated family dynamics.
With Luck… or Something, Duff isn’t just returning to music — she’s reclaiming her narrative. The album stands as a reflection of growth, resilience, and the courage to speak honestly about life’s most intimate and painful chapters.