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Millionaire popstar Lizzo is facing severe backlash for her body-shaming controversy with dancers. It has taken the internet by storm and has also made its entry into the fitness world. Former bodybuilder turned YouTuber Greg Doucette recently shared a video on his channel that discusses the matter in addition to the athlete chipping in some bold insights.?

Doucette tried to address the irony in Lizzo?s advocacy for body positivity and her struggle with body shaming. Moreover, he also urged the community to question and reassess the kind of influence their idols try to put on them.?

Greg Doucette?s take on Lizzo?s fat-shaming act

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Recently, the 35-year-old singer was accused of body-shaming her backup performers for being overweight amongst other allegations. This was particularly a concern because of her constant advocacy for body positivity while dealing with obesity for years. Therefore, Doucette decided to deliberate on the incident by sharing his unfiltered and honest observations. ?do you really think that you know the true Lizzo or do you know the Lizzo that she wants you to know,? the IFBB pro said after displaying a post that talks about self-image, loving one?s own body, and more??

Doucette was irked by the fact that since the star herself has been dealing with obesity and a negative body image for years, yet her actions contradict her beliefs and values. ?she’s been accused by not one not two but three dancers saying that she fat-shamed them?I don’t believe she’s being truly honest,? he added. While the conclusion on the matter is vague for now, three dancers accusing Lizzo shall be a tough case to win. ?It?s not looking very good,? as the Canadian athlete remarked.?

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Moreover, the 47-year-old pro pointed out that celebrities might not be their true self on social media. Thus, idolizing them on such terms can be misleading, as many of their actions are guided by PR teams, looking to publicize and promote the celebrity. Besides, the authenticity of the fat-shaming accusations made against the Grammy-award-winning singer remains unknown. On a different note, Doucette had shown his support for another pop star on the same matter.?

Greg Doucette once backed Ariana Grande amid body-shaming controversy

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The former bodybuilder once posted a video with an interesting title. He stood in support of top-notch singing sensation, Ariana Grande as she faced criticism for her sudden weight loss transformation. The video titled ?I?m Sick Of This!! Ariana Grande,? Doucette showed a publication that discussed Ariana?s reaction to the demeaning comments.

She asked the fans to be subtle about her transformation instead of mindlessly critiquing her. Similarly, Doucette stood by her point and said, ?In actuality, she is much healthier now. She said so.? As per his revelations, Ariana led an unhealthy lifestyle years ago, with an ignorant consumption of alcohol and anti-depressants. Thus, with her improved lifestyle, even her health has been better, which was in contrast to the fans? opinions.?

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Body shaming and negative body image is a persistent issue within the fitness community. If not pop stars, even bodybuilders have admitted to having dealt with it at some point in their careers. While being fit and healthy is crucial, loving one?s own body and maintaining a positive sense of self is equally necessary.?