I Was Body Shamed Before, After Losing Weight – Eniola Badmus

Nollywood actress Eniola Badmus has opened up about the criticism she has faced before and after her weight loss, saying she continues to receive hurtful comments despite shedding almost half of her body weight.

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The actress shared photos of herself on Instagram on Thursday as she reflected on her five year transformation and the emotional toll of online bullying.

She wrote, “Five years ago, I weighed 170KG. Today, in 2026, I weigh 83KG. That didn’t happen overnight. It took years of discipline, sacrifice, pain, consistency, tears, setbacks, and choosing my health every single day. It has been one of the hardest journeys of my life, and I’m incredibly proud of how far I’ve come. But here’s what breaks my heart… The same people who body-shamed me when I was plus-size are the same people body-shaming me now that I’ve lost the weight. What exactly do you want from me? When someone loses almost 90KG, it’s completely normal for the skin to change. Of course, my skin will adjust. I’m doing my best, taking care of myself, using collagen, staying healthy, and embracing every stage of this transformation.

“Yet, every time I post, some people find something new to criticize. Just because I don’t respond to the insults doesn’t mean they don’t hurt. It doesn’t mean I’m weak. It doesn’t mean I don’t have feelings. I’m human. Blood runs through my veins just like yours. Words have consequences. At my age, I think I’ve done something remarkable. Going from 170KG to 83KG isn’t a small achievement. Instead of constantly pointing out what you think is wrong with my body, why not celebrate the strength, determination, and resilience it took to get here. If you don’t have anything kind to say, it’s okay to say nothing at all. And to my fellow women, this part is especially for you. So much of this bullying comes from women. We often say, “Women should support women.” But where is that support when another woman is fighting to become healthier and happier, Kindness costs nothing. Let’s stop tearing people down because of their bodies.

“Nobody deserves to be bullied for being plus-size, and nobody deserves to be bullied for losing weight either. I’m proud of my journey. I’m still growing, still healing, and still becoming the best version of myself. You don’t have to love my body, but you can choose to respect it. Be kind. Always. I REMAIN ENIOLA BADMUS…..A HOUSEHOLD NAME #eniolabadmus.”

Eniola first began showing her slimmer appearance in 2021 after staying away from social media for some time. In 2022, she disclosed that she underwent gastric bypass surgery in Turkey, explaining that she chose the procedure after struggling to control her eating habits and deciding to prioritise her health.

Since then, the actress has said her transformation has also involved lifestyle changes, including healthier eating and regular exercise. She has continued to speak openly about the challenges of her weight loss journey while encouraging people to be kinder to others regardless of their body size.