50+ Celebrities Who Bid Stereotypes Goodbye And Are Proudly Embracing Their Bodies
For too long, body shaming has been commonplace in Hollywood, whether through the media or private comments behind the scenes. This behavior has also migrated to social media, where anyone can post unkind remarks about the physical appearance of others. Fortunately, celebrities have become increasingly vocal about the body shaming they experience, which in turn helps to remind people that it is unnecessary to meet any standard of beauty to be accepted.
We’ve compiled a list of stars who have come to promote a more inclusive and tolerant attitude towards physical diversity by countering such harsh criticisms. They inspire us to live unapologetically, as they do, which is an essential step towards creating a society that values and respects us as individuals.
Rihanna
Rihanna’s weight has always fluctuated, especially since she became a mom in 2022. That isn’t an issue for the Barbadian songstress, though, as she’s expressed her acceptance of all body types. She’s even said she’s not built like Victoria’s Secret models and can still feel beautiful and confident in her lingerie.
Rihanna owns the Fenty fashion line and Savage X Fenty lingerie brand. According to their website, they celebrate fearlessness, confidence, and inclusivity.
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Bella Thorne
Bella Thorne has had difficulty keeping up what she considers a sound weight for herself. She expressed that it can be challenging for her to eat when under pressure, resulting in her feeling inadequately nourished.
As a result, Thorne has disposed of her weighing scale to not get worked up about gaining weight. The “Midnight Sun” star suggested it to others and emphasized that the main thing that matters is feeling better and liking how we look.
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Drew Barrymore
Drew Barrymore lost a whopping 20 pounds in 2020, and expressed that she was thrilled with the results! Barrymore got a personal trainer, dedicated herself to practicing yoga, and took daily workouts more seriously than she had in the past. The actress encouraged her fans by saying, “Just so you know, if I can do this, anyone can do it.”
Well, anyone with thousands of dollars to shell out for a celebrity trainer. We get her point, though — and given that there are plenty of free workouts on YouTube, she’s right.
Demi Lovato
Demi Lovato has been candid with her fans regarding her struggles with body image. However, the former Disney star has positively changed her perception of beauty. In 2021, many witnessed this in her calling out a Los Angeles frozen yogurt shop for its alleged pro-diet culture marketing.
The “Confident” songstress stated during the 2019 Teen Vogue Summit that she’s healthy. According to Allure, she also expressed gratitude for her strength and what she can do with her body.
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