Bec Judd Firmly Rejects Notions She Is 'Too Old' for Coachella Festival
Bec Judd has emphatically declared that she is not 'too old' for Coachella, following her attendance at the renowned music festival in California earlier this month. The 43-year-old AFL WAG addressed critics directly on her popular Vain-ish podcast, where she challenged those who insinuate that individuals over 40 should avoid the three-day event.
Judd Asserts Her Generation Created Festival Scene
Speaking passionately, Judd argued that if one actually attends Coachella, it becomes evident that it is not exclusively a young people's event. She staked a strong claim for her generation as the true architects of modern music festival culture. 'We created this scene, we were the first attendees of these festivals, and our peers were the first deejays, promoters... creating these festivals,' she stated, responding to a listener's question.
Warming to her topic, Judd launched a pointed attack, asserting that the younger 'zoomer' generation has no legitimate grounds to exclude over-40s from the festival landscape. 'So when Gen Z are like, "What are you doing here?" it's like, mate, you wouldn't even be here if it wasn't for us,' she remarked with conviction. She reinforced her stance by affirming, 'If you're over 40, 100 per cent you belong. If you're over 50, 100 per cent.'
Coachella 2026 Experience and Criticisms of Young Influencers
Elsewhere in the podcast episode, Bec and her co-host Jessie Roberts shared vivid details of their Coachella 2026 experience, which they enjoyed with friends including former AFL WAG Jessie Murphy, 35, and 39-year-old Lauren Phillips. Judd expressed frustration with the behaviour of 'young influencers' at the festival, noting that they spent excessive time on their devices recording the event rather than immersing themselves in performances by headline acts such as Sabrina Carpenter and Justin Bieber.
'They [young influencers] don't even look at the act, they've just got their phones up the entire time. All the millennials are the ones dancing and having fun,' she observed, highlighting a generational divide in festival engagement.
Justin Bieber's Impact on Ticket Sales and Festival Highlights
The discussion also touched on the significant impact of Justin Bieber's inclusion in the Coachella lineup. Judd revealed that his announcement dramatically boosted ticket sales, leading to a rapid sell-out. 'As soon as they announced Justin, ticket sales were chugging along, and then it sold out in half an hour,' she told the Herald Sun last month. 'I didn't realise he could pull such a crowd, it was the fastest-selling announcement.'
Coachella is an annual music and arts festival that attracts some of the industry's biggest artists and thousands of dedicated fans. Historic performances have included acts like Oasis, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, and Post Malone, cementing its status as a premier cultural event.
Fashion Statements and Previous Coachella Appearances
Reflecting on her festival style, Judd previously made headlines at Coachella with her mother Kerry, sister Kate, and Jessie Roberts. The glamorous podcaster opted for a daring see-through white crop top and skirt, showcasing her physique. She and her girl gang coordinated an all-white ensemble on the second day, which featured performances from Charli XCX, Green Day, Clairo, and Travis Scott.
'White night for Coachella Day 2,' she captioned a social media post, highlighting the matching festival outfits. The outfit, designed by Australian bridal wear brand J'Aton Couture, which she also wore at Coachella in 2022, accentuated her abs and was adorned with large embroidered flowers. Judd, married to sports superstar Chris Judd, completed the look with white ankle boots, a white cowboy hat, and a $6,200 Chanel purse, demonstrating her flair for high-fashion festival wear.
