The actor took to Instagram to defend Smith, who has faced criticism following the release of their I’m Not Here To Make Friends music video.
are mad at Sam Smith for living their [authentic] self,” commented one user. “Criticise the music all you want but coming for their looks, their body – pathetic loser behaviour, shame on you!”wrapped up. The majority of music videos are sexual yet there’s only a conservative Puritanism at LGBTQ+ videos. It’s a fear of pride, empowerment and self-love.
”“Within my industry, there is definitely that question of, ‘What should a pop star look like?’” the Grammy winner told“When I was 25 I came off tour exhausted. I looked to role models in the body world. Every time I went to the pool I felt self-conscious, but I forced myself to take my top off,” the singer recalled.Sign up for the latest news and must-read features from Stylist, so you don't miss out on the conversation.
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