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“The harshest discussions about my body came from other women,” the artist remarked.
When a female celebrity undergoes weight loss, it often becomes a sensational topic. Suddenly, they can’t simply enjoy a day at the beach; instead, it’s about showcasing their new bikini body or flaunting their transformed figure. This phenomenon was evident when Adele shared her nearly 100-pound weight loss in 2020.
Now, nearly two years later, the singer has opened up in interviews with Vogue and British Vogue about her astonishment and hurt over the reactions to her weight loss, clarifying her true motivations. Contrary to what many speculated, Adele firmly dismissed the idea that she was pursuing a “revenge body” following her divorce from Simon Konecki.
“It was driven by my anxiety,” she explained. “Exercising made me feel better. It was never about shedding pounds; it was about building strength and taking time for myself without distractions. I actually became quite addicted to it, working out two or three times daily.”
While many celebrities share their weight-loss journeys on social media, often leveraging sponsorships, Adele intentionally chose not to. “People are surprised because I didn’t document my ‘journey’. They’re accustomed to seeing everything on Instagram, and many in my position would have partnered with a diet brand. I couldn’t care less. I did it for myself, not for anyone else,” she stated. “So why would I share it? I find it uninteresting. It’s my body.”
Nevertheless, her body became a subject of intense scrutiny and criticism, even from fans who felt she betrayed plus-sized individuals or contributed to diet culture by losing weight. Some even claimed she was no longer a role model, while others expressed their preference for her previous appearance (which begs the question, who asked?).
“My body has been objectified throughout my entire career. This isn’t new. I understand why it’s shocking, especially for some women. I represented a lot visually. But I’m still the same person,” she said about the reactions. “The most ruthless comments came from other women, which really disappointed me and hurt my feelings.”
“People have been discussing my body for 12 years. They were talking about it before I lost weight. But honestly, I don’t care,” she continued. “You don’t have to be overweight to promote body positivity; you can be any shape or size.”
It’s disheartening that her weight remains a focal point when there’s so much more to discuss about Adele. With a highly-anticipated album expected soon, including a single set to release on October 15, it’s time to redirect the attention back to what truly matters: Adele’s extraordinary talent as a singer and songwriter, who is far more than her physical appearance.
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