RaeLynn Claps Back at Body Shamers, Urges People To Show More Kindness
“…we need to do better on the internet because you never know what somebody’s walking through.”
RaeLynn; Photo by Catherine Powell/Getty Images
RaeLynn is standing up for herself, and for others, after receiving a wave of unsolicited comments from body shamers on social media.
The country star, who is mom to an almost 4-year-old and currently balancing life on the road with her music career, recently addressed online trolls questioning her appearance. Some followers speculated about a possible pregnancy, while others criticized her for looking “too skinny.”
In a candid video shared to her social channels, RaeLynn explained that her body reflects her busy lifestyle, from chasing her daughter to traveling constantly for shows, and the steps she takes to manage her type 1 diabetes.
“I’ll never understand women commenting on other women’s weight,” she began. “Sorry, I just woke up and then I saw comments on my Instagram and I just want to address what has been addressed. First off, not pregnant, second off, too skinny. That’s none of your damn business.”
Though she didn’t owe anyone an explanation, RaeLynn shared that her weight is healthy for her frame and opened up about her busy lifestyle.
“I am 5’ 1” and I weigh a normal weight… I’m a very short person. I have type one diabetes, an autoimmune disease. I chase around an almost 4-year-old. I’m on tour, which means I move around a lot. I am constantly traveling. I’m constantly active. I’ve changed my diet tremendously to take care of my type one diabetes.”
She also reminded fans that comments about someone’s weight can be hurtful and harmful, especially to younger girls who may be struggling with self-esteem. And despite her typically thick skin, RaeLynn admitted that words can still sting and urged people to show more kindness online.
“What irritates me is you don’t know what other people are going through and you don’t know what a comment can do,” she urged. “Thank God I know who I am… Jesus and I know, and I have a pretty thick skin. I know what I signed up for, but even people like me who have super thick skin, because I really do have thick skin, it still hurts. And there were times when those comments really hurt, would’ve hurt me being younger. And I think about girls that are figuring themselves out and will make really stupid decisions based on comments like that. And that’s what hurts me. I don’t care. I know I’ve been taking care of myself and I don’t owe anybody anything, but we need to do better on the internet because you never know what somebody’s walking through. So anyways, I’m done.”
RaeLynn recently performed in Nashville as part of Big Machine 20 in celebration of BMLG’s 20-year anniversary. The concert celebration saw more than 100,000 fans pack into lower Broadway and featured additional performances by Riley Green, Carly Pearce, and more.
The Texas native recently returned to the label and released her new songs such as “Long Live Country Music” and “Heaven Is A Honkytonk.”
Lauren Jo Black, a University of Central Florida graduate, has immersed herself in the world of country music for over 15 years. In 2008, she co-founded CountryMusicIsLove, eventually selling it to a major record label in 2015. Following the rebranding of the website to Sounds Like Nashville, Black served as Editor-in-Chief for two and a half years. Currently, she assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief at Country Now and oversees Country Now’s content and digital footprint. Her extensive experience also encompasses her previous role as a Country Music Expert Writer for Answers.com and her work being featured on Forbes.com. She’s been spotlighted among Country Aircheck’s Women of Influence and received the 2012 Rising Star Award from the University of Central Florida. Black also spent time in front of the camera as host of Country Now Live, which brought live music directly to fans in 2021 when the majority of concerts were halted due to the pandemic. During this time, she hosted 24 weeks of live concerts via Country Now Live on Twitch with special guests such as Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Jordan Davis, Brett Young, and Jon Pardi. Over the course of her career, she has had the privilege of conducting interviews with some of the industry’s most prominent stars, including Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, and many others. Lauren Jo Black is a longtime member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.
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