Although the body-positivity movement is constantly evolving, there are still people who continue to criticize others and impose their beauty standards on others. Celebrities are often the targets of these internet "negative people" because they appear frequently on TV, in movies, and on social media. Some famous people are shamed for being too fat or too skinny, while others are ridiculed for their skin color, or for having scars.
Fortunately, more and more celebrities aren’t afraid to show their truest self to the world and attempt to break down stereotypes about the "ideal" body. They are more open to talking about their imperfections and become proud of their truest selves.
From Lady Gaga to
Selena Gomez, here are 10 celebrities who live exactly who they are. And no matter who you are, you should too. Scroll down to read their stories that will encourage you to live in your own way.
#1 Princess Eugenie
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In 2020, Princess Eugenie, the granddaughter of Queen Elizabeth, released a photo of her scoliosis scar on social media to encourage people who are reluctant to accept their flaws. “I just wanted to share my scar and encourage anyone out there who’s gone through something similar to share theirs with me,” she said. “Let’s be proud of our scars!”
#2 Selena Gomez
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Selena Gomez isn't afraid to defend herself and call out people who have disparaged her in the comments section of her TikTok videos. “So I be trying to stay skinny, but I went to Jack in the Box, and I got 4 tacos, 3 egg rolls, onion rings, and a spicy chicken sandwich,” said Selena. She doesn’t think that trying to change body shape actually matters because people always find a reason to criticize people online. “I am perfect the way I am,” she said.
#3 Drew Barrymore
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Actress and TV host Drew Barrymore shared a video of her enjoying the rain. It looked like a romantic comedy. “Whenever you can, go out into the rain!” she shouted. “Do not miss the opportunity!”
#4 Emily Ratajkowski
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Model Emily Ratajkowski has a son. She proudly exposes her motherhood by often sharing pics breastfeeding her baby boy. “If it seems like I’m always breastfeeding, it’s because I am,” Emily wrote in one of her posts.
#5 Hilary Duff
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After having her first child, Hilary Duff exposed her postpartum body. She was open to talking about it, “on behalf of young girls, women, and mothers of all ages” who might be embarrassed to embrace their bodies. “My body has given me the greatest gift of my life: Luca,” wrote the actress. “Let’s be proud of what we’ve got and stop wasting precious time in the day wishing we were different, better, and unflawed.”
#6 Serena Williams
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As a professional tennis player, Serena Williams was criticized regularly because of her strong body. “People would say I was born a guy, all because of my arms or because I’m strong,” she once shared. The birth of her daughter several years ago made Serena more proud of her body. “I was looking at my daughter, and she has my arms and legs!” she wrote. “My exact same strong, muscular, powerful, sensational arms and body.”
#7 Jamie Lee Curtis
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Recently, Jamie Lee Curtis speaks about how she feels stuck between reality and the fake social media world. “Has anyone else opened their phone and somehow been confronted with an image of themselves that’s a ’gotcha’ moment?” she asked. “Often, the most unflattering image, we are often looking down, to remind us of our humility, humanity, and lack of hubris in this filtered world we all exist in on this platform.” In addition, she posted a filter-free photo of herself, showing that exposing your true self is nothing to be afraid of.
#8 Camila Mendes
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Camila Mendes declared that she is "done with dieting" after sharing her past with an eating disorder as a teenager. Camila said, “I was really obsessed with dieting.” However, she eventually stopped her diet and now feels that this decision has had a positive effect on her physical and mental health. “I’ve learned to trust myself that I’m going to make healthy choices because I care about my health,” she shared.
#9 Demi Lovato
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In 2021, singer and actress Demi Lovato came out as non-binary and changed their pronoun to "they." But in a recent podcast, they admitted that they recently reused the pronoun "she/she" next to "they/they" because they felt "more feminine". “I’m such a fluid person when it comes to my gender, my sexuality, my music, my creativity,” said Demi, proving that one can embrace themselves at any moment of their life.
#10 Lady Gaga
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Lady Gaga is renowned for her stunning makeup applications. However, she is willing to remove her makeup and show the audience the real her. And as a result, her followers are eager to copy her beauty secrets to get the same glowing skin.