"Stranger Things" star Millie Bobby Brown has slammed recent media coverage about her physical appearance, declaring "this isn't journalism, this is bullying."
The 21-year-old actress shared a three-minute video on Instagram where she pointed out specific headlines and named reporters who wrote them. Brown has been busy recently promoting her new film "The Electric State" and attending both the SAG and Brit awards.
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"I grew up in front of the world and for some reason people can't seem to grow up with me," Brown stated.
She continued: "Instead, they act like I'm supposed to stay frozen in time, like I should still look the way I did on Stranger Things season one. And because I don't, I'm now a target."
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The articles Brown highlighted mock her hair, face, body and fashion choices, with some suggesting she appears older than her actual age.
"The fact that adult writers are spending their time dissecting my face, my body, my choices, is disturbing," Brown remarked. "That some of these articles are written by women makes it even worse," she noted.
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Brown has been in the public eye since age nine, when she appeared in ABC's "Once Upon a Time in Wonderland" and BBC America's "Intruders." Her breakthrough came in 2016 as Eleven in Netflix's hit series "Stranger Things," which brought her global fame and nominations at major award shows including the SAGs and Emmys.
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In her video, Brown concluded: "I will not be shamed for how I look, how I dress or how I present myself. Let's do better, not just for me but for every young girl who deserves to grow up without the fear of being torn apart for simply existing."
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Fellow celebrities have supported Brown's message, including Sarah Jessica Parker who commented she was "enormously proud." Louis Partridge, Brown's "Enola Holmes" co-star, wrote: "Well said Millie. Handled with grace." Former child actress Mckenna Grace of "The Handmaid's Tale" added: "No young woman or person deserves to feel pressure or cruelty for simply existing. You are so well spoken and so beautiful. Very well said, thank you for making this video."
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Fears for Ariana Grande as new image shows star looking painfully thin
A recent social media photo of Ariana Grande at the BAFTA Film Awards has ignited new worries about her health. The photo shows the Oscar-nominated performer looking extremely thin while giving autographs to fans.
Reddit users expressed deep concern after seeing the now-removed image. One commenter stated, "I just hope she's okay because I certainly would not be if I were in her shoes and everyone felt so entitled to talk about my body all the time." Other users shared similar worries, with one noting, "Every time I see a new pic I feel shocked all over again," and another adding, "It's sad to watch it happen."
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The Grammy winner faced intense scrutiny about her physical appearance during the promotional activities for the movie Wicked, where she played Glinda. Medical experts state that visible sternums and hollow cheeks in adults can indicate health issues, including malnutrition. This condition can cause serious problems like reduced energy, muscle loss, weakened immunity, and slow wound healing.
During a New York Times interview, Grande and her co-star Cynthia Erivo described demanding filming schedules for Wicked. Both actors caught Covid during production, with Grande filming "Popular" shortly after recovery. Erivo later expressed relief when the 2023 actors' strike paused production, saying they had "worked themselves to the bone."
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Grande previously addressed public commentary about her appearance, stating, "I think we should be gentler and less comfortable commenting on people's bodies, no matter what."
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During a December interview with French journalist Salima Jeanne Poumbga, known professionally as Sally, Ariana Grande discussed public reactions to her appearance. The conversation took place during the Wicked promotional tour, where Grande opened up about constant online discussions regarding her weight.
Grande, who started her career at age 16 on Nickelodeon's Victorious, shared her experience of public scrutiny. She explained, "I've been a specimen in a petri dish since I was 16 or 17. I've heard every criticism about what's wrong with me. When you fix one thing, it becomes wrong for different reasons."
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The performer addressed the challenges of dealing with public commentary, noting that unwanted remarks about appearance can be distressing in any context. She mentioned how even casual comments at family gatherings about weight changes can feel invasive and uncomfortable.
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Grande strongly criticized society's casual attitude toward commenting on others' appearances. She emphasized the inappropriate nature of public discussions about people's bodies, faces, clothing choices, and assumed health conditions. The singer expressed gratitude for her support system that helps maintain her self-confidence.
In 2023, Grande directly confronted body-shaming through a TikTok video after viral images compared her weight over different years. She defended her health status and urged for more consideration when discussing others' physical appearance, stating: "I think we should be gentler and less comfortable commenting on people's bodies, no matter what."
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Grande made a compelling appeal against unsolicited comments about physical appearance. She stated, "Even well-intentioned remarks about someone being healthy, unhealthy, big, small, or attractive should be avoided."
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The "Yes And?" performer addressed viral comparisons of her body, revealing that photos people considered her "healthiest" actually captured her during a difficult period. She explained that those images showed her while taking antidepressants and consuming alcohol, a potentially dangerous combination.
Grande openly shared that during the time when fans thought she looked her best, she struggled with poor eating habits and experienced severe emotional challenges. She emphasized that health manifests differently for everyone, saying, "There are many different ways to look healthy and beautiful."
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The singer chose to share these personal details hoping to create positive change through vulnerability. She concluded her message by reinforcing that healthy appearances vary among individuals, challenging standard perceptions of wellness and beauty.
Jane Fonda Says ‘Woke Just Means You Give a Damn About Other People,’ Calls on Hollywood to Fight With Empathy in SAG Awards Speech
Jane Fonda called for Hollywood to embrace these challenging times with understanding. She explained that actors generate compassion, stating their purpose is to deeply comprehend other individuals to connect with their essence.
She emphasized that compassion isn't feeble or overly sensitive, clarifying that being aware simply means caring about others. Her dynamic address included subtle references to current politics and government job reductions. She stressed the importance of listening without judgment to those with different views.
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Fonda highlighted union strength, particularly SAG-AFTRA's role in safeguarding members. She expressed her strong support for unions, noting their ability to unite people and create strength through unity, especially crucial when worker rights face challenges.
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Her remarkable career spans 60 years across movies, TV, and stage, including notable works like "Klute," "Coming Home," "9 to 5," and recent hits "Grace & Frankie" and "80 for Brady." The 87-year-old star has earned two Academy Awards, an Emmy, seven Golden Globes, plus numerous nominations and lifetime honors.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus introduced Fonda, describing her as having an extraordinary life and joking about her tireless energy. The SAG-AFTRA award recognizes actors who exemplify excellence in their profession. Fonda joins distinguished recipients like Barbra Streisand and Helen Mirren.
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During her acceptance speech, despite audio difficulties, Fonda described her unique career path, including a 15-year break before returning at 65. She joked about potentially doing action stunts in her 90s. She revealed that acting allowed her to portray strong-minded women, contrasting her upbringing when female opinions were discouraged.
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Beyond entertainment, Fonda is recognized for her dedication to social causes, including civil rights, gender equality, and peace advocacy.
Fonda has demonstrated strong environmental advocacy. In 2019, she faced multiple arrests with celebrity companions Ted Danson, Catherine Keener, and Rosanna Arquette while protesting fossil fuel usage at the U.S. Capitol.
During her SAG Awards speech, Fonda reflected on McCarthyism's impact. She recalled starting her film career in 1958, during the anti-communist movement's decline, and praised Hollywood's resistance during that period.
She challenged the audience with a powerful question about historical social movements. She asked if they had considered their own courage while watching documentaries about apartheid, civil rights, or Stonewall. Fonda declared that current times represent our own documentary moment, emphasizing its real-world significance.
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Her speech concluded with an optimistic message, assuring that love, beauty, and truth would persist through current challenges. However, she stressed the serious nature of present circumstances. Fonda urged everyone to display courage, maintain connections, support vulnerable populations, and create positive future visions.
She warned against underestimating current events' significance, describing them as critically important. Her final message emphasized bravery, unity, protection of vulnerable groups, and the need to inspire hope for tomorrow.
Ex Miss California mocks Selena Gomez for crying, suggests immigrants live in singer’s mansion instead
Carrie Prejean Boller, previously crowned Miss California and second-place finisher in Miss USA, has severely rebuked Selena Gomez following the actress's emotional video where she expressed anguish regarding President Donald Trump's deportation strategy. Boller, who steadfastly supports the Trump administration, challenged Gomez's sincerity, proposing that if the actress truly felt concerned, she should welcome immigrants into her own luxury residence.
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With tears visible in her video, Selena Gomez stated, "All my people are getting attacked, the children. I don't understand. I'm so sorry, I wish I could do something but I can't. I don't know what to do. I'll try everything, I promise." Throughout the clip, she conveyed her sense of helplessness while observing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents removing individuals she identified as "her people."
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Selena Gomez attends the opening night premiere of Netflix's 'Emilia Perez' during The French American Film Festival at DGA Theater Complex on October 29, 2024, in Los Angeles, California (Monica Schipper/Getty Images)
The video swiftly attracted negative reactions from social media users, with Carrie Boller using Instagram to express her views. "Hey Selena Gomez, How about you call all of 'your people' you're crying about being deported and invite them to stay at your mansion behind your big walls and gates until they leave?" Boller posted in her Instagram stories.
"Have them over for dinner, feed them, bathe them, let them sleep in your home, pay for their schooling and medical bills. You could have helped them and you have not and will not," she further remarked, highlighting what she viewed as Gomez's failure to take concrete action.
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Boller proceeded to claim Gomez showed biased outrage, faulting her for remaining silent about the killings of nursing student Laken Riley and Maryland mother Rachel Morin, both allegedly murdered by undocumented immigrants. "Save your fake tears," Boller commented, doubting the authenticity of Gomez's public emotional display.
Gomez video sparks widespread debate
The criticism aimed at Selena Gomez extended beyond Carrie Boller, igniting broader discussions across social platforms. British media figure Piers Morgan criticized the actress harshly, labeling the video as "absurd celebrity narcissism." Trump's Border Czar, Tom Homan, also addressed the video, supporting the deportation policy with the statement, "We're gonna make our community safer. It is all for the good of this nation. And we're gonna keep going. No apologies. We're moving forward."
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Following the negative response, Gomez removed her video and published a reply saying, "Apparently it's not ok to show empathy for people." The 32-year-old performer, who acquired a $4.9 million home in Encino, California, in 2020, has consistently championed immigrant rights.
The actress developed the Netflix documentary 'Living Undocumented' in 2019, which depicted the daily struggles of undocumented households in the United States. She has additionally discussed her family's immigration background, noting that her aunt traversed the Mexican border during the 1970s.
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Following the viral spread of Carrie Boller's remarks criticizing Selena Gomez's emotional response to President Donald Trump's policy, numerous social media participants began targeting the performer with their own critiques.
