Aidy Bryant has spoken about the mass assumptions that people make in response to her body weight.
Aidy Bryant Addresses The Assumptions Made About Her Weight
The star has always taken a light-hearted approach to the comments made about her image, given that she is a comedian by trade. That is not to say that it does not affect her, though. In an interview with the Washington Post, she revealed how she has dealt with the realisation of having a weight problem. She said: “It is a descriptor and, like, I am fat.
“To me, it’s like taking the power out of it. It doesn’t have to be so loaded. It’s just true, and sitting with that, it makes it easier for me. It just feels a little less frightening.” Admitting that you have a weight issue is one thing, but taking action to deal with it is an entirely different matter. Although this is something that is inherently down to each individual to address, whether they wish to or not, it has not stopped the judgement coming Aidy’s way.
This is not being helped because she is an actress, too, with an ever-increasing emphasis on appearance. And sadly, it is a major part of the industry. She added: “Their [critics] assumption is that I have that as a goal… And there’s an assumption that if you’re fat, you’ve given up on yourself. And it’s like, I exercise all the time. I don’t eat doughnuts for breakfast, lunch and dinner.”
Despite the challenges that she is facing, the whole experience has led to some positive outcomes. Her show entitled ‘Shrill’ includes the character by the name of Annie Easton. The latter also has weight problems, that she is looking to address. As the character comes to terms with her own challenges, the same could be said of Aidy too.
In a politically correct society, Aidy has stepped out of the shadows. She is a brave woman to open up about her body struggles. This type of conversation is often not encouraged, as it is merely brushed under the carpet. But Aidy’s frankness may inspire other people to feel more comfortable with themselves and address any issues that they are facing.
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