Emerging from a brief absence, Erin Moriarty reemerges on social media in the wake of the Megyn Kelly plastic surgery debate. In a bold move, Moriarty refuses to be overshadowed by the 53-year-old’s remarks. Her return sparks discussions about the complex interplay of fame, body perception, and societal critique. It hints at a possible reevaluation of conventional narratives surrounding beauty and public figures.
The actress’ resilience in the face of controversy catalyzes broader reflections on the power dynamics within media representation. And the pressure individuals face in conforming to idealized standards.
Erin Moriarty And Megyn Kelly Stir Controversy Over Plastic Surgery
The whole internet’s buzzing about Erin Moriarty and Megyn Kelly, who’ve kicked off a heated debate about plastic surgery. Moriarty, known for her performance as Starlight in The Boys, decided to take a break from social media.
It all started when the former Fox News host made some pretty harsh comments about Moriarty’s looks. On her show, Megyn Kelly, she used Moriarty as an example, talking about what she called a “societal addiction to plastic surgery.”
She even brought up some photos of Moriarty, claiming they were recent and showing changes to her nose and cheeks. Kelly didn’t mince words, saying she found it troubling and wanted to reach out to young girls, urging them not to go down the same path.
But Moriarty wasn’t about to let that slide. She poured out her thoughts in a long post on Instagram, saying she never expected to have to deal with this kind of negativity. She wrote,
“This is something I truly never anticipated writing. We’re all subject to levels of bullying throughout our lives but I am horrified.”
She set the record straight, pointing out that the “before” photo Kelly showed was taken years ago. Moriarty was clear in her post: she was taking a break from social media because of this mess.
She even hinted that her account might be “deactivated” for a while. In her message, Moriarty didn’t hold back on addressing Kelly directly. She stated,
“To receive a message about a disgustingly false, counterproductive to the degree of being ironically misogynistic video of Megyn Kelly commenting on the manner — to learn the widespread nature of this has left me horrified.”
She made it clear that implying she’s had plastic surgery is just as false as Kelly’s belief that quitting her job would somehow help women. She stated,
“Implying my photo is reflective of women being in a worse place is as false as my conviction in saying that if you resigned, you would be leaving women in a better place.”
The whole situation got people talking. Moriarty’s fans showed their support, and the whole incident sparked some serious reflection on how the media treats celebrities.
However, after some time away, Moriarty made a comeback on Instagram. She wanted to thank her fans for sticking by her side.
Erin Moriarty Resurfaces On Social Media Post-Megyn Kelly Dispute
Moriarty is back on social media after clapping back at Kelly’s plastic surgery claims. As per Entertainment Weekly, the Driven star took to Instagram to thank her fans and share a picture of her with her dog.
Erin Moriarty, who plays Starlight on 'The Boys,' has returned to Instagram to thank her fans for their support after Megyn Kelly accused her of getting plastic surgery. https://t.co/UfpMX0Vcub
— Entertainment Weekly (@EW) February 2, 2024
She expressed gratitude to those who shared their own stories of bullying, emphasizing the importance of empathy and creating safe spaces for discussion. She wrote,
“Dropping in to say 1) I love you all 2) v grateful to be holding my little dude again and 3) to [those] that came forward to talk to me, were vulnerable enough to share: you are f***ing amazing.”
Further, the artist added,
“Stories that should be heard FAR more than mine. I do believe we have a long way to go. In the meantime: talk to me. I wanna hear. Safe zones, empathy and/or sympathy, and catharsis: a medicinal combo. Trust me.”
Moriarty had been silent on social media since addressing Kelly’s hurtful remarks, stating that she was done with it but keeping her account public for people to see her response.
Her return prompts reflection on the pressures of fame and navigating public scrutiny. It’s a reminder of the challenges faced by celebrities in the digital age and the strength needed to overcome them.
