Fans rally around ‘The Chase’ star Anne Hegerty as she takes body shamers to task

In a resounding triumph against internet trolls, renowned quizzer and star of The Chase, Anne Hegerty, has taken a bold stand against body shamers.

The 65-year-old television personality, known for her sharp wit and encyclopedic knowledge on the popular quiz show, found herself in the crossfire of body-shaming trolls who took to Twitter to make unwarranted comments about her physique.

Instead of letting negativity prevail, Hegerty chose to hit back which prompted an outpouring of support from fans worldwide.

Bet I’m healthier than you, mate. https://t.co/nZlz0gnjQe

— Anne Hegerty (@anne_hegerty) December 2, 2023

Her message struck a chord with fans, who swiftly rallied around the TV personality, expressing their admiration for her resilience and standing against body-shaming culture.

Anne you show your strength and confidence in who you are with that controlled response. You are beautiful in more ways than many. I know for a fact. Love you
Jb

— John Barrowman MBE (@JohnBarrowman) December 2, 2023

What a horrid person. You are fab Anne. One of my great friends. Keep doing what you do ???❤️??

— Edward Adoo (@EdwardAdoo) December 2, 2023

Go girl! ?

— Dawn Neesom (@DawnNeesom) December 2, 2023

What a horrible cruel thing to say. We love the bones of you in our home Anne . Best wishes ❤️

— Philip Hughes (@Hughes2Philip) December 2, 2023

You stay as you are, you look great, and the best chaser.

— lincs guy (@LincsGay) December 2, 2023

Good on you, Anne

— FattyFudge? (@FattyFudge4) December 2, 2023

Love you Anne, keep being your wonderful self xxxx

— Rosie A Fegan (@FeganRosie) December 2, 2023

Hegerty isn’t the only celebrity taking body shamers to task, recently beloved comedian Dawn French took a stand against the entertainment industry’s obsession with image, fearlessly confronting body shamers with her own powerful message.

French found herself the focus of the public’s fixation with appearance when she underwent a hysterectomy in 2014. At the time, her doctor suggested that losing weight could speed up her recovery, prompting The Vicar of Dibley star to shed over 40 kilograms in preparation for the procedure.

Her new look didn’t go unnoticed, swiftly capturing the media’s spotlight as headlines worldwide focused on her new appearance.

Now in a recent interview with The Times, French opened up about how women are often “reduced” to their appearance when in the public eye.

“I have never rejected the bigger woman I have been. Lots of people do it and say, ‘Oh, you look so much better – now you look well.’ And I think, ‘F*** off! Don’t judge that other person who I loved,’” she told the publication.

French also discussed the early years of her career when she and her comedy partner, Jennifer Saunders, starred in their BBC show French and Saunders. She pointed out that they often faced comments about their looks, a situation she felt was different from their male colleagues.