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Dannii Minogue Reflects on Overcoming 'Brutal' Body Comparisons to Sister Kylie

The singer and TV star credits her mental resilience for preserving her health and explains her decision to leave The X Factor when its direction conflicted with her values.

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Overview

  • Dannii Minogue revealed that her mental strength was crucial in coping with years of harsh body comparisons to her sister Kylie Minogue during their careers.
  • She described the public scrutiny as 'brutal,' with slimness being the only body type deemed acceptable at the time, leading to persistent and damaging comments.
  • Despite the negativity, Dannii achieved significant professional success, including nine UK top-10 singles and a prominent role as a judge on The X Factor.
  • Her tenure on The X Factor spanned from 2007 to 2010, culminating in a finale watched by 20 million viewers before she chose to leave the show.
  • Dannii stated that her departure was driven by a misalignment between the show's evolving direction and her personal values, prompting her to seek a different path.