CDMX.- A week ago, the actress and comedian Michelle Rodríguez shared a piece of news on social networks that made her radiate happiness: the beauty magazine Marie Claire had selected her as its cover image.
In the photo session, captured by Carlos Ruizc, the Mexican approached her body from neutrality, shining with different outfits that exalted her sensual, intimate, and playful side, with looks that included trench coats, jewelry, and elegant dresses. In one photo, she even poses topless, with a mesmerizing gaze.
Immediately, most of her 1.6 million followers on Instagram turned to positive messages, thanking her for her work in opening doors for inclusion in Mexico. However, derogatory posts, mockery and unjustified criticism also rained down on her, which she decided to address directly.
In a video uploaded to her official YouTube account, the also host and singer first thanked those who have seen an example to follow in her and her work in the magazine, while she faced her detractors with a very clear message of love. self and respect for others.
“Fat phobia exists and it is a subject that in our country we do not have even minimally discussed,” Rodríguez points out, staring at the camera. “In recent days, people have spoken of me with very ugly adjectives. They say that I don’t look good, that I’m fat and that this shouldn’t happen, that we are romanticizing obesity, that’s disgusting. All of this leads me to question a lot of things.”
“The recognition of my work is important and if I am there, it is because I deserve to be there. They also question my beauty. I believe that beauty is subjective. My body is this and it is beautiful, it is useful and it works to make me feel comfortable. For I love and treasure that, and that’s why I share the importance of becoming our best friends and making peace with who we are. We need to have a better time.”
Throughout the video, which lasts almost nine minutes, Rodríguez, who was nominated for the Ariel Award in 2021 in the category of Best Female Co-acting for the tape Te Llevo Conmigo, shares that several of these negative messages address alleged health problems that people with obesity have, always looking at them from a magnifying glass of criticism, fraud and hatred.
“My health has nothing to do with my professional performance or my social activities. My health is something that only impacts me, my doctors and my family members. If you are concerned about my health, I would appreciate it if you questioned two times before making an aggressive comment, because my mental health is also important. And because there are people who lose their lives because of comments you are making. It is not right to talk about someone else’s body, “says the comedian.
“If my health were bad, still, being a sick woman, I am also worthy of being on the cover of a magazine, of being loved, of being desired, of being hired and of existing in this world. To take photos and go out into the street dressed and combed as I want, to love who I want. Full stop. All people are valid for the simple fact of existing. We are worthy of being seen, being represented and being loved”.
A few days ago, Rodríguez premiered on Netflix the dramatic series with hints of comedy Against the Ropes, about a woman who, after being released from prison, struggles to win back the love of her teenage daughter, for which she is forced to become a professional wrestler. Michelle plays one of her best friends and her partner in the ring.
“I live in a big body and I’m not ashamed, I take care of it, I honor it, I respect it and I enjoy it. This body has led me to fulfill my dreams, it makes me sing, dance, write, drive, play, love and hug others.” that I love. I recognize my defects and I embrace them, not only the physical ones,” says the native of Xochimilco, who has appeared in films such as Mirreyes vs Godínez and Cómo Cortar a tu Patán.
“I am valuable for what I know, for what I say, for what I do, for what I think and for how I see myself. I recognize my beauty, I honor it and I applaud it. I am worthy of respect and love for the simple fact that I exist “I am worthy to be seen for my talents, skills and my beauty. My body is not a battle, my body is a revolution!”
The video, posted this Tuesday afternoon, in less than five hours already exceeded two thousand views, with comments of support and love for the standup artist, best known for hosting programs like La Culpa es de la Malinche and Me Caigo de Risa.
