Pride, Power, + Presence: Sherri Dindal
Interview and Creative Direction by Vanessa Coppes | Photography by Miguel Pichardo | Styling by Mindy Gura and Paula Orlan | Makeup by Chris Lanston | Hair by Katie Rote | Shoot Assistance by Jennifer MacLellan, Aseel Shilleh, Alexis Lombardo, Emily Zuckerman | Location, Burgerology NYC
Jacket and jumpsuit: Clara Sunwoo | Shoes: Cynthia Richard
There are people who walk into a room and simply exist—and then there’s Sherri Dindal. She doesn’t just enter; she arrives. Bold. Bright. Unapologetic. Kind.
Whether she’s commanding the mic, dazzling her 6M+ followers through one of her videos, or simply lighting up a space with her wit and wisdom, Sherri embodies the full spectrum of what it means to be proud, powerful, and present.
Known to her growing community as @TheRealSlimSherri, she’s more than a viral sensation—though her laugh-out-loud videos about growing up in the '80s, surviving middle age, and navigating menopause have certainly earned her that status. With each video, Sherri taps into a universal truth that resonates with women of a certain age: you can laugh, cry, be hot-flashing your way through life—and still chase every single one of your dreams.
“I can’t believe this has become my life,” she shares. “I get to make people laugh. There’s no expiration date on becoming who you’re meant to be.”
That authenticity is what sets her apart. Sherri has become a voice for a generation often overlooked. Her content doesn't just entertain—it empowers. She is a reminder that visibility, vitality, and vibrance don’t fade with age. They evolve.
As BELLA’s 2025 Pride Issue cover star, Sherri opens up about what it means to be seen. “It’s not just about being visible,” she says. “It’s about being valued. I’ve spent years curating a life and platform where people feel they can show up as their whole selves.”
Behind the viral reels is a businesswoman with heart. Alongside her wife, Christa Dias, Sherri co-founded The Wholesome Hippie, a boutique that combines feel-good fashion, community spirit, and a mission to make women feel fabulous—no matter what season of life they're in. “We built it to reflect our values,” she says. “It’s joy, it’s intention, it’s a little bit of glitter and a whole lot of soul.”
From her hilarious skits to her sold-out shows and her empowering message of self-acceptance, Sherri is leading with love—and living out loud.
Denim jacket: Stitched Denim | Tank: Prince Peter from Lulus | Pants: Sketchers | Sneakers: Reebok from Lulus
Not just here to entertain, Sherri is here to inspire. If you feeling like you can take on the world in six-inch heels—or house slippers after watching one of her videos —then she’s done her job.
This month, as the streets fill with parades, color, and celebration, we are proud to spotlight a woman who lives the spirit of Pride every single day. Sherri Dindal isn’t just the real deal—she’s the real Slim Sherri.
And, she’s just getting started.
