Kate Beckinsale Addresses Online Criticism About Her Weight
Kate Beckinsale is taking a step back from social media after facing online criticism regarding her weight. Just before clearing her Instagram account of all its posts, the actress noted the negative comments directed at her appearance.
Personal Reflections on Grief and Weight Loss
In an Instagram Story dated August 8, Beckinsale shared her thoughts on social media scrutiny, mentioning, “You take a break from Instagram for several months following the death of your mother,” and explained that weight loss can be a first sign of bereavement. She expressed concern over the state of public attitudes, stating, “I think people might be broken.”
Health Conditions Highlighted Amid Criticism
Additionally, she responded to a comment urging her to eat by referencing her now-deleted 13-part post detailing her diagnosis of mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), a condition where the immune system overreacts and can trigger severe allergy-like attacks.
Public Response to Beckinsale’s Health Journey
The 53-year-old actress emphasized the seriousness of her situation, stating, “Having just made a several slides post about how eating could actually kill me,” adding that the criticism she received is “a little beyond.”
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