Social media influencer and plus-size model Tess Holliday continues to challenge beauty standards and advocate for body acceptance. Now 34, she says she doesn’t view the word “fat” as an insult, but opposes using it to shame others.
Holliday has faced years of criticism for embracing her body and appearing on magazine covers, with some accusing her of promoting an unhealthy lifestyle. She rejects those claims, arguing that self-love and health can coexist and that body shaming has never helped anyone.
Through her platform, Holliday encourages people to look beyond stereotypes and remember that words matter, especially when discussing body image and self-worth.