Celebrities

It's no secret that we live in an entertainment society. Stars, celebrities, public figures—whatever you want to call them—are adored and almost revered. They are scrutinized, dissected, and judged on their every move. Their physical appearance, in particular, is analyzed from every angle and criticized for the slightest "deviation." The fashion industry isn't solely responsible for unrealistic representations of the body. Music and film play a significant role in our perception of beauty. Constant exposure to overly polished images often impacts the well-being of "ordinary" people. So at The Body Optimist , we decided to take a different approach. Here, we talk about glitz and glamour, but also about what goes on behind the scenes , the less glamorous things that happen backstage. We break with the flawless image of show business and celebrate diverse profiles.

In this section, we also want to give you updates on all the most inspiring personalities , their stances, and their latest projects. Here, we celebrate public figures who use their fame for good. As you'll understand, there's no question of bombarding you with trivial news or unfounded rumors. We intend to commend the commitment of the stars who demonstrate it and, if necessary, denounce the excesses of the system in which they operate.

Always inclusive, never intrusive

In this section, we never mention a public figure simply to pry into their private life. We respect you enough to believe you have better things to do with your time. We also refuse to judge celebrities, especially women, based on their appearance. On the contrary, we applaud stars who have the courage to be vulnerable by opening up about their insecurities. That's why you'll find, for example , Sophie Turner's story in which she discusses the pressure to lose weight she experienced in Hollywood. We also share stances on issues close to our hearts, such as feminism and discrimination. So, when the singer Angèle releases a music video denouncing sexism , or when the comedian Muriel Robin speaks out about homophobia , this is the section where we discuss it.

Constructive news

Many have made a career out of cruelly criticizing celebrities. We don't want to participate in this sterile turmoil. We want to contribute to changing this performance-driven society that tolerates nothing less than perfection. Our approach is intended to be kind and constructive . The topics covered in this section are meant to inspire you or raise awareness about issues we consider important. They aim to help you feel less alone, by showing you, for example, that celebrities also struggle to accept themselves.

In this section , we focus on what women have to say! That's why, for example, we dedicated an article to stars who have spoken out against sexual harassment , or to actress Béatrice Dalle's stances on motherhood . Men aren't left out either. We don't hesitate to discuss the pressure regarding their appearance that they can feel. For instance, we dedicated an article toactor Richard Madden , from the series Game of Thrones, and the pressure he faced to lose weight.

While silence was once the norm in show business, more and more taboos are now being broken, and we applaud this. Because silence is often complicit in injustice, we want to support all those celebrities who have the courage to speak out and rebel .

Your favorite plus-size stars (and much more…)

On a lighter note, we've also included some inspiring stories in this section. We present all those personalities with "atypical" profiles who have managed to reach the top. We strive to highlight these men and women who redefine what it means to be a star every day. We feature profiles of personalities like actressesRebel Wilson and Danielle MacDonald . We also discuss comedian Artus and his beginnings as a plus-size model ; not to mention other topics such as singer Lady Gaga's launch of an inclusive makeup line.

We highlight these stars who break the mold by celebrating their achievements but also by denouncing the unfounded criticism they face. The virulent harassment they endure reflects the progress our society still needs to make in accepting difference. Therefore , we will continue to denounce fatphobic insults directed at figures like singers Louane and Amel Bent . We urge greater empathy and kindness so that the entertainment industry ceases to be such a source of anxiety.

In this section, as you've probably gathered, we want to make you dream, but not by dangling the impossible in front of you. Rather, this section aims to give you a glimpse of a world where celebrities are recognized for their talent, not for the size of their waistline .