Taylor Lautner Defends Selena Gomez Amid Body-Shaming Comments: “A Cruel World Full of Hate”

As a gaming enthusiast, I’d stand up for my friend Selena Gomez, just like I’d defend any gamer against online trolls. She’s been under fire for body-shaming comments on social media, and it’s not cool. Let’s remember to be kind and supportive in our digital interactions. #RespectAllBodies

Actor from Twilight shared a social media post on his Instagram Story on Wednesday, which was originally made by influencer Alex Light. The post showcased contrasting remarks about Selena Gomez’s body, specifically comments made when she walked the red carpet at the 2024 and 2025 SAG Awards, where praise and criticism coexisted.

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The Twilight actor posted on his Instagram Story on Wednesday a piece from influencer Alex Light, comparing contrasting opinions about Selena Gomez’s body at the 2024 and 2025 SAG Awards red carpet, where both compliments and criticism were present.

Last year, Selena faced ridicule at the SAG Awards due to gaining weight and was advised to consider using Ozempic. This year, she’s facing criticism again at the same awards, this time for losing weight and being accused of taking Ozempic. In her post, Light expressed that this issue transcends Selena; it’s about the unattainable expectations placed upon women, whether they are in the spotlight or not. Regardless of what we do, there will always be judgement. Let’s remember: our bodies belong to us, and they are not open for public debate.

Lautner, who has openly discussed battling mental health issues following negative comments about his physique after finishing work on the Twilight series, also expressed his thoughts, penning, “The world can be harsh and filled with unkindness.

Trying to please everyone is impossible and unnecessary. In my personal journey, it doesn’t make criticism any less hurtful, but it does help me focus on what truly matters. Your physical attributes – such as shape, color, or appearance – are not the defining factors of your beauty. I want to remind each of us to remember how beautiful you are, both inside and out. Let’s also strive to be a little kinder.

As someone who’s no stranger to sharing my health journey – I was diagnosed with lupus back in 2015 and had a kidney transplant in 2017 – I’ve always stood tall against body shamers throughout my career, especially since my days on Disney Channel’s hit show, “Wizards of Waverly Place.” Being an actress on “Only Murders in the Building” now, I’ve continued to be open about managing weight changes that have occurred due to a mix of factors related to my lupus, medications, and other health aspects.

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2025-02-27 08:54