Bebe Rexha has opened up about a devastating pregnancy loss, sharing her personal pain following body-shaming comments after her Met Gala appearance. The 35-year-old singer had previously shared photos of her outfit, a curve-hugging Christian Siriano gown with a grand tulle skirt, proudly declaring it was her “first Met Gala.” However, her excitement was overshadowed by negative commentary on her appearance.
The body-shaming backlash came after Rexha posted the images on social media, with critics attributing her figure to hormonal birth control. In response, Rexha revealed the emotional toll the miscarriage had taken on her and disclosed her struggle with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which has contributed to her infertility.
While not obligated to share this personal detail, Rexha expressed that she hoped her vulnerability would help others understand the deeper emotional complexities that come with such a loss. She urged the public to approach these issues with empathy and kindness.
Fans and supporters rallied behind the singer, applauding her for her openness about her health struggles and pregnancy loss, which sparked broader conversations about body image, mental health, and the effects of public criticism.
Bebe Rexha’s excitement about attending her first Met Gala quickly turned to sadness after receiving cruel body-shaming comments, including one particularly harsh criticism from rapper Azealia Banks.
Banks, 33, who was not at the Met Gala, took to social media to share her judgment of Rexha’s appearance. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Banks wrote, “Sis gives me – hormonal birth control implant or something,” and continued, “It’s giving implanon/nuvaring she needs removed or depo shot that needs to stop happening (I’m not even tryna play her).”
The comment was a stark example of the body-shaming Rexha faced, and while Banks claimed she wasn’t “tryna play” Rexha, the remark nevertheless added to the negativity surrounding the singer’s appearance. Despite the harsh criticism, Rexha has been outspoken in her defense of body positivity, challenging others to be more empathetic and understanding when discussing personal struggles like body image and health.
In a heartfelt and now-deleted post, Bebe Rexha opened up about the painful reality behind her weight gain and revealed a devastating pregnancy loss. She began by addressing the constant comments on her body, saying, “I’m so tired of people commenting on my weight,” and shared that she has PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), a condition that can lead to infertility and weight gain.
Rexha then shared the deeply personal pain of a miscarriage, writing, “I got pregnant, and it didn’t work out and I’ve been carrying that pain in silence.” She emphasized that while she never owed the public an explanation, she hoped her disclosure would encourage more empathy and thoughtfulness when commenting on others’ bodies.
Responding specifically to Azealia Banks’ cruel remark, Rexha shot back, writing, “And you might wanna jump on some type of therapy, sis,” suggesting that therapy had helped her manage her own struggles. She added, “Healing looks good on everyone. Try it,” alongside a mention of the antidepressant Lexapro, which had worked well for her.
Rexha did not specify when the miscarriage occurred or with whom she was expecting, but her candid admission was met with an outpouring of support from fans and fellow celebrities, highlighting the importance of compassion in addressing sensitive topics like body image and reproductive health.#newsafro_
