In a powerful move against body-shaming, Twilight star Taylor Lautner has come to the defence of his ex-girlfriend, Selena Gomez, who continues to face harsh criticism for her appearance at the 2024 and 2025 SAG Awards. Lautner’s support follows a post by influencer Alex Light, who highlighted the contradictory and hurtful comments aimed at Gomez regarding her body.
Body-Shaming At The 2024 And 2025 SAG Awards
Selena, who has been open about her struggles with lupus and the impact it has had on her body, was cruelly mocked for gaining weight after the 2024 SAG Awards. Some even suggested she use weight-loss drug Ozempic. At the 2025 event, faced more criticism, with some accusing her of losing weight and using the drug once again. In a heartfelt message, Light condemned the unrealistic beauty standards imposed on women, both in the public eye and beyond. “This isn’t just about Selena,” she wrote. “It’s about the impossible standards placed on all women.”
Taylor Lautner’s Support: A Personal Stand Against Hate
Taylor, who has faced his own battles with body image and public scrutiny, shared Light’s post on his Instagram story. He expressed his sympathy for Selena Gomez and his thoughts on dealing with public criticism. “It’s a cruel world full of hate out there,” Taylor wrote. “You can never please everyone, nor should you have to. In my experience, it doesn’t make the words sting less, but it refocuses you onto what matters. And it sure isn’t the shape, colour, or appearance of your body.”
Taylor’s message also included a reminder of self-worth, stating: “Daily reminder to all of us to not forget how beautiful you are inside and out… and be a little bit nicer.”
Like Taylor, Selena Gomez has been open about the impact of her health condition, lupus, which has caused fluctuations in her weight due to medication. The public’s reaction to these changes has taken a toll on her mental health. She has previously spoken about the challenges of living in the spotlight while dealing with her body’s changes, highlighting the unfair scrutiny she faces.
Fans Show Support For Taylor And Selena
Taylor’s post quickly gained traction, with fans praising him for his support and body positivity advocacy. Many pointed out the absurdity of the criticism, with one comment reading, “Poor woman can’t win. And in WHAT universe is the left ‘bigbig’ or ‘an absolute unit’, come on now.” Fans also recognised Lautner’s ongoing efforts to raise awareness about body image issues, reflecting on his own struggles with body dysmorphia after his rise to fame in Twilight.
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Both Taylor and Selena are setting an example of kindness and self-acceptance in a world where public appearances often take precedence over inner beauty. Their messages are a reminder that self-worth goes beyond how one looks, urging society to be more compassionate and accepting of others, regardless of their appearance.
