16 celebrities who say they've been pressured to lose weight in order to succeed in Hollywood

Kirstie RenaeJul 30, 2020, 21:54 IST

A lot of stars have spoken about the pressures they've felt while working in the entertainment industry.Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Billboard/Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Many celebrities have spoken about the pressure they've been under to lose weight and look a certain way while working in the entertainment industry.
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner said that therapy helped her cope with constant scrutiny she faced from TV studios regarding her weight.
Actor Sam Claflin said even though women have it worse, men are often put under a lot of pressure to lose weight, too.
"Glee" star Amber Riley said that unrealistic body expectations have made Hollywood "a very hard place to be in."

Celebrities are often pressured to change how they look, and many big-names in Hollywood have opened up about how hurtful and damaging this can be.

From actors to models, here are stars who have opened up about being pressured to lose weight in order to succeed in their career.

Jennifer Lawrence said she was once told to lose 15 pounds in two weeks.

She said the experience made her feel "trapped." Cindy Ord/Getty Images

Jacob Elordi said he's felt bothered by everyone talking about his body instead of his acting.

Jacob Elordi is on HBO's "Euphoria." Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP

Amber Riley said that unrealistic body expectations have made Hollywood "a very hard place to be in."

She said the film industry is tough for someone of her size. Jesse Grant/Getty Images

Carrie Underwood said she used to read message boards where people would criticize her weight.

Carrie Underwood said reading those comments read to a not-so-healthy cycle of overeating and undereating. Jason Kempin/Getty Images

Richard Madden said women aren't the only ones who are told to lose weight in Hollywood.

He said trying to look so thin on television projects an "unrealistic body image." Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Amber Tamblyn said her agent didn't believe she'd become a star unless she lost weight.

She's shared her story to help demand more diverse roles for people of all sizes. Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images

Sam Claflin said male actors are put under a lot of pressure to lose weight but it is "never talked about."

He said sometimes he's "felt like a piece of meat" in the film industry. David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty Images

Jennifer Lopez said people tried to pressure her early on in her career.

Jennifer Lopez said she embraced her body and wasn't really fazed by the negative comments. Jason Koerner/Getty Images for Billboard

Amy Schumer said she was once told to lose weight just to star in a film she had written.

Amy Schumer said she would never lose weight for a role again. Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Supermodel Tyra Banks said she was once called "too big" to be on the runway.

These comments didn't stop her from becoming one of the most famous models ever. Carlo Allegri/Getty Images

As an actress, Ashley Benson said she was often told she should lose weight.

Ashley Benson said she now believes all sizes are healthy. Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images

Ashley Graham said an agent and her dad both suggested she lose weight in order to be a model.

Ashley Graham said she was bullied for her weight when she was younger. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images

Henry Cavill said a director called him too "chubby" to play James Bond.

Henry Cavill has starred in a number of superhero and fantasy shows and films. Getty

Jennifer Aniston said her agent once told her she was "too heavy" to get acting jobs.

She said she lost 30 pounds after her agent told her to lose weight. Getty/Rich Fury

David Harbour said he was told by a director that he was "too fat" to play The Blob.

He said a casting director said he was perfect for the "big" character. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Sophie Turner said that therapy helped her cope with the constant scrutiny she faced from TV studios.

Sophie Turner said she thinks it's necessary to talk to someone about how you're feeling. Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

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