This is Us star Chrissy Metz's relationship with her body over the years has been defined by scrutiny, self-doubt and a changing perspective on the meaning of healthy living.
From being placed on a weight-loss program as a child to finding confidence through her TV role, the 45-year-old has been candid about the highs and lows of her health journey. Join HELLO! as we take a look back at Chrissy's incredible journey, from her childhood struggles to her new era of self-love.
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A tough childhood
Chrissy's childhood was far from easy, and she was forced to become aware of her body at an early age.
"I’ve been chubby all my life," she told The Hollywood Reporter. "As I got older at different times in my life, I was thinner or more active or playing sports, but I was definitely always a chubbier kid."
"My friends could eat whatever they wanted to, but I knew that as a kid if I ate certain things I would totally gain weight," she continued. "I had to be really cognizant of what I ate." The actress revealed that she went on the Weight Watchers program at just 11 years old.
Chrissy's stepfather also contributed to her insecurities and would allegedly criticize her weight, threaten to lock ...