All articles tagged with #body shaming
Cheryl Burke, 42, pushes back against online body-shaming in a new interview, asking people to stop comparing her present appearance to her 20s as she navigates aging, retirement from dancing, and the toll of public scrutiny related to her looks and past experiences.
Olivia Wilde addressed online critics who said a red-carpet photo made her look “sick” or “like a dead body,” insisting the image was taken from a bad angle and isn’t how she actually looks. She discussed the moment on Call Her Daddy, highlighted the internet’s tendency to body-shame women, and noted her friends helped keep things light as the viral chatter spread.
Irish singer CMAT says online abuse about her body worsened as she rose in fame after performing at BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Sunderland, prompting her to delete Instagram, TikTok and X to protect her mental health; fellow artists including Lauren Laverne and Sophie Ellis-Bextor offered support and urged her to stay brave.
CMAT speaks out about ongoing body-shaming after her Radio 1 Big Weekend set, saying the abuse is 'boring' and that she would like to change her body but struggles; she notes there is no relief from the harassment, has deleted apps for her mental health, and remains grateful for her career as she gears up for more festival appearances and shows.
Canadian singer Nelly Furtado reemerged six months after announcing she’d quit the music industry due to body‑shaming comments, making appearances at Toronto events including the Women for Women’s Foundation and the Juno Awards where she was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. She teased a collaboration with producer Boi-1da and unveiled a new single, Electric Circus, due April 10, marking her first release in two years since 2024’s album 7.
Nelly Furtado teased a comeback with a studio clip alongside producer Boi-1da, hinting at a new release—Electric Circus—as she returns to music after quitting live performances amid body-shaming, while continuing to write music and serving as a Perfect Pitch ambassador; she recently received the 2026 Trailblazer Award from Women’s College Hospital Foundation.
Five months after publicly announcing her retirement from performance, Nelly Furtado attended a Toronto Women for Women event where she was honored with the 2026 Trailblazer award for her advocacy and music; she walked the pink carpet in an all-black suit, and the appearance follows recent discourse around body-shaming she has publicly addressed by promoting body neutrality.
Nicola Coughlan told Elle UK about a drunken Bridgerton fan who approached her in a bathroom and commented on her body, a moment she described as painful and emblematic of the constant scrutiny on actors’ appearances; she has repeatedly spoken out against body-shaming and emphasized that her work should define her worth.
Claudia Oshry says Hailey Glassman has been body-shaming her in DMs for years, sharing screenshots that mocked Oshry’s weight and suggested plastic surgery; Glassman is set to join Real Housewives of New York City Season 13 alongside other new cast members.
Chris Fusco, a Love Is Blind season 10 contestant, faces backlash after body-shaming fiancée Jessica Barrett, who called off their engagement days before the wedding; Fusco, a 33-year-old account executive with a real estate license and Army veteran, has acknowledged sending DMs to Bri McNees and described making mistakes in an Entertainment Weekly interview.
Kate Winslet revealed she was body shamed early in her career, told she would only get 'fat girl parts,' but she has since become an advocate for authentic body image and self-acceptance, criticizing industry standards and media portrayal of women.
Kate Winslet shared her experiences of being body shamed and teased for her size during her youth, which included hurtful comments from teachers and classmates. Despite these challenges, she pursued acting passionately, drawing inspiration from her grandparents and developing resilience. She also reflected on her past struggles with body image and unhealthy dieting, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and supportive family.
Ariana Grande addressed online criticism about her appearance following the 'Wicked: For Good' premiere, sharing a heartfelt message about the pressures of societal beauty standards and encouraging others to protect themselves from harmful comments, emphasizing the importance of self-love and kindness.
Millie Bobby Brown opened up about the emotional impact of body shaming and harsh media criticism over her appearance, revealing she was depressed and crying daily during a period of negative headlines. She condemned the media's focus on her looks as bullying and emphasized the importance of kindness and self-acceptance, while also addressing false harassment allegations against her co-star David Harbour.
Selena Gomez faced online criticism over her appearance in her music video for 'In the Dark,' with some accusing her of cosmetic work, but many, including Grimes, defended her, condemning body shaming and online bullying, emphasizing the harmful effects of such discourse.