Today, I found myself scrolling through Instagram while taking a break, and what caught my eye was Demi Lovato enjoying a hike with her new partner. An Entertainment Tonight post captured the moment with a caption saying, “We are sorry not sorry for how cute new couple Demi Lovato and Austin Wilson look on their hike.” And honestly? They really do look adorable.
But before I could move on, I was halted by the comments section, which was flooded with unsolicited opinions about Lovato’s body. It’s infuriating how internet trolls feel entitled to judge someone’s appearance, especially when that person has faced so many struggles. I can’t help but feel the urge to call out these haters.
While it would take forever to respond to every negative comment, I’ll highlight some of the most absurd ones. One user lamented, “Will Demi ever be slim like she used to be?” To that, I say: “Who asked you?” Another commenter wrote, “What’s cute about that? One looks like a drug addict and the second like a barrel of wine.” Seriously, that’s just a low blow.
Then there’s this gem: “She has the best choices on boyfriends… and she need to cut out the fried chicken too.” I didn’t even bother to fix the grammar on that one because it’s just too ridiculous. And let’s not forget the remark, “On the way to the King’s buffet.” Honestly, if they are headed to a buffet, can I tag along? Because I’m hungry.
Lastly, one user chimed in with, “Did she gain weight? I’m fine with it, just wondering.” Wow, how generous of you to give Lovato your blessing to live in her own skin!
The negativity doesn’t stop there. People felt emboldened to make snide remarks about Lovato’s recovery from addiction and even her appearance compared to her boyfriend. Some even criticized Wilson for his tattoos, which is just absurd.
It’s astonishing how little empathy some people have. A quick look into Lovato’s background reveals a tumultuous journey, including battling an eating disorder, depression, and self-harm. She has been open about her recovery and has started to share empowering messages about body positivity, even posting unedited selfies that highlight her natural beauty.
Demi is simply a human being doing her best to navigate life, and her body is not up for debate. Just because she’s a celebrity doesn’t give anyone permission to comment on her appearance. As someone who has dealt with body image issues myself, I know how harmful such judgments can be. They can severely impact a person’s mental health, especially for those who have faced shame and anxiety.
So, to all the random trolls out there: your hurtful comments about Demi Lovato’s body are neither welcome nor constructive. Your negativity contributes to a culture that fosters eating disorders and low self-esteem among young women.
And to Demi, just know that you are absolutely perfect as you are. Keep living your best life with your tattooed sweetheart, and hey, if you are really going to that buffet, count me in!
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In summary, it’s time we recognize that everyone, including celebrities like Demi Lovato, deserves respect and understanding regarding their bodies.