EastEnders star Clair Norris hits back at body-shamers with an inspirational message
Online trolls commented on her size
Last updated 5th Jun 2018
Over the weekend soap stars gathered for the annual British Soap Awards, however following the event, some online trolls took to body-shaming EastEnders actress Clair Norris about her size.
Despite the hurtful comments, Clair posted an inspirational message to her fans, which said she wouldn't let these comments get her down. 'Don't normally react, but I have seen some really nasty comments on pictures from soap awards regarding my size...I could get upset but when I put it into perspective I just laugh.' sic Clair posted on Twitter.
She then continued, 'I love my job and I get to do something that I am so passionate about EVERYDAY and with the support from family and friends I am living my best life!!!!'.
Great response!
Fellow actresses and fans replied to Clair's message supporting her, with Coronation Street star, Sally Ann Matthews tweeting, 'And may you continue to do so! Stay this fabulous forever x.'
Hollyoaks actress Annie Wallace also tweeted her support saying, 'You're the winner luv. You looked gorge. Some people have to make themselves feel good by bringing others down. Live the dream, baby xx'. sic
And former Emmerdale star Adele Silva said, 'Er - them! Who’s having the last laugh - Amazing job, talented & beautiful too ... Keyboard warriors! You looked lovely xx.'
Clair's fans also came forward to leave comments of their own saying she looked 'stunning' and she is 'fabulous'.
Clair, who is 20-years-old, has been playing the role of Bernadette Taylor in the popular soap since last year and had already been involved in some strong storylines, including a pregnancy and a miscarriage, which she has gained praise for.
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The British Soap Awards took place last Saturday night and was hosted by Phillip Schofield. The event was shown live for the first time ever and celebrated some of the best talent from the likes of Coronation Street, EastEnders, Hollyoaks, Emmerdale and Doctors, over the last year.
On the night the big winner was Coronation Street with EastEnders winning Best Newcomer for Lorraine Stanley, joint winner for Scene of the Year for Lauren and Abi's rooftop fall and Rudolph Walker picked up the Outstanding Achievement Award for Patrick Trueman in EastEnders.