Social media—it’s the land of both reality and reelity! Everyone’s got something to say about what you share, but for Rebeca Andrade, a 4-time Olympic medalist at just 25, how does she handle the constant negativity, rumors, and the occasional overzealous keyboard critic? Well, she keeps it cool, saying, “I’m a very laid-back person. I love staying at home, binge-watching TV shows, movies, hanging out with my dogs, and having my family around.” Sounds like the perfect recipe for an introvert’s dream life, right?

But despite her love for the cozy vibes, she’s no stranger to social media! She has 11.1 million followers on Instagram and 3.2 million on TikTok. So, what’s the secret? What does she even share, considering she’s so private? While she’s not out there spilling the tea on her personal life, she does share plenty about her sports journey and her fun side—but no dramatic Netflix-worthy details, as she revealed in a recent YouTube interview!

In a BBC World Service interview, Rebeca Andrade shared how she feels no pressure about beauty standards. She values being comfortable with what she wears and her makeup, saying it’s easy for her. While she used to worry about appearance when she was younger, she now embraces her beauty and flaws. She loves feeling beautiful, regardless of trends, and is proud of the bold, glittery leotards she wears.

When the host asked her, “You have a lot of fun on social media doing TikTok dances, and I know that you flood your friend’s DMs with memes. So what’s the worst thing and the best thing about being on social media?”Rebeca Andrade shared her thoughts on social media, saying, “I think the positive thing is that you’re very connected with your fans, with your audience.”

She enjoys engaging with her followers, adding, “I like to dance, to sing, to talk to them. I like to post my stuff.” While she keeps her personal life private, she finds it easy to share her daily sporting life and moments of fun like singing, playing, and dancing. But, as with anything, there’s a downside. “The complicated side is that everyone has an opinion about your life. Everyone wants to give their opinion; everyone wants to speak up,” she explains.

Rebeca reminds us, “Nobody lives with you 24 hours a day,” yet the opinions keep coming. Negative feedback? She shrugs it off with, “Anyway,” showing that while social media can be full of noise and criticism, she stays focused on what truly matters. Do you remember last year when Andrade was involved in an online feud that came out of nowhere?

The Instagram unfollow that sparked rumors between Rebeca Andrade and Daiane dos Santos

Last year, a simple Instagram unfollow sparked an unexpected wave of rumors involving Rebeca Andrade and Daiane dos Santos. When fans noticed that Daiane, a childhood idol of Rebecca, unfollowed her on the platform, speculations went wild. Some wondered if there was a deeper issue, while others thought it was just a glitch.

As the drama unfolded, the media exaggerated the situation, fueling the fire and causing a stir among fans. Rebeca, not one to let rumors simmer, took swift action by reaching out to Daiane, who quickly cleared the air. She explained that the unfollow was unintentional, likely caused by an Instagram glitch. Daiane made it clear that there was no animosity between them.

She reassured fans with a post where she emphasized their mutual respect and friendship. To further shut down the gossip, Rebeca Andrade followed Daiane back, making it clear there was no feud. She also posted leotard pictures as a way to refocus on her gymnastics journey. And tried to steer the conversation away from baseless rumors.

Both gymnasts admire each other. In fact, Rebeca once cited Daiane as a major source of inspiration during her own childhood. The unfollow incident, although sensationalized by the media, was quickly put to rest, showing that in the world of social media, sometimes a simple misunderstanding can spiral—only to be defused by clear communication. This simply tells us how crazy the already crazy world of social media is turning into.