This week, social media users learned not to mess with Busy Harper, especially if grammar isn’t your strong suit. The actress, author, and mother had a sharp retort for an Instagram user attempting to body shame her.
The incident began when Harper posted a mirror selfie after her favorite LEKfit workout session. Posed on a trampoline in a fitness studio, her caption included, “My morning workouts make me feel fantastic (even on days I’d prefer to stay in bed, like today).” As usual, the post garnered thousands of likes and uplifting comments, but one troll attempted to disrupt the positive vibe, stating, “Ughhhh you’re rolls are showing.”
Harper wasted no time in responding, “I feel like someone your age should know the difference between YOUR and YOU’RE. YOUR is possessive, indicating ‘YOUR rolls are showing’ (those rolls belong to me). YOU’RE is short for YOU ARE, as in YOU’RE OBVIOUSLY AN ASSHOLE BODYSHAMING LOSER.”
She ended her comeback with a peace emoji.
Harper’s 1.1 million followers rallied around her, filling the comments section with supportive body-positive messages and even more grammar-related jests. It’s also worth noting that her original post was part of the #TheAwesomeChallenge charity initiative, where kids’ clothing subscription service Rockets of Awesome donates back-to-school apparel to children in need.
This isn’t Harper’s first time addressing body shaming. Last fall, she confronted a well-meaning fan who made a comment about her appearance while she was at a local store post-workout. “You know how women often get unsolicited comments about their bodies?” she remarked in an Instagram story. “As an actress or any female in the public eye, it feels like everyone thinks it’s their place to comment on your body all the time.”
She continued, reflecting on her two-decade career, “I’ve had countless encounters where people approach me at grocery stores to discuss my weight. I believe it’s better to avoid talking about someone’s body unless they initiate the conversation themselves.”
Interestingly, she credits her Instagram community for fostering body-positive values in her children. “I focus on the bright side of social media,” she shared with Today. “It’s heartening to connect with parents worldwide who say, ‘I’ve been through that too.’ It creates a sense of community and reminds us we’re not alone.”
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In summary, Busy Harper’s quick wit and strong stance against body shaming highlight the importance of self-acceptance and the power of community support in the digital age.