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5. America Ferrera
In 2023, actress America Ferrera reflected on her early career when her “average-sized body” was described as “curvy” by the media and praised for setting a new standard for women. “Not that I care, but it’s like, that’s insane that we thought that was so groundbreaking,” she told Elle. “I was Hollywood’s version of imperfect, which seems so ridiculous… I don’t feel alone in that either. There are so many women who were called brave, just because they are people in bodies.”
6. Hilary Duff
Hilary Duff slammed body-shamers by sharing a photo that would be edited out or ridiculed if featured on a magazine cover. In 2017, she posted a picture of herself in a swimsuit at the beach with her son, sharing it “on behalf of young girls, women, and mothers of all ages.” “Since websites and magazines love to share ‘celeb flaws’ — well, I have them! My body has given me the greatest gift of my life: Luca, five years ago,” she wrote. “I’m turning 30 in September and my body is healthy and gets me where I need to go. Ladies, let’s be proud of what we’ve got and stop wasting precious time in the day wishing we were different, better, and unflawed.”
