Lizzo “Quits”: Is The Era Of Fat Positivity Finally Over?
Musician Lizzo emerged as a leading voice in the body positivity and fat acceptance movements, using her platform to preach about self-love and supposedly challenge societal norms around beauty and body size. Through her music, public appearances, and social media, she has openly (and quite often crassly) celebrated her own body and encouraged others to embrace their uniqueness, regardless of size or shape. But is her “fat positive” reign coming to an end?
In an unexpected and somewhat enigmatic statement made via Instagram on March 29, the renowned "About Damn Time" artist Lizzo hinted at a possible departure from her music career. The post, ending with the succinct declaration "I quit," stirred a flurry of concern and speculation among fans and followers. Lizzo, at 35, voiced her exhaustion from the relentless negativity and scrutiny she faces, both online and in her personal life, stating, "I’m getting tired of putting up with being dragged by everyone in my life and on the internet."