Kate Winslet Reflects on Decades of Body Shaming and Confronts Critics

The Oscar-winning actress recalls the harsh scrutiny she faced after Titanic's release and her ongoing advocacy for body positivity.

Kate Winslet, 49, became emotional during a 60 Minutes interview, revisiting the body shaming she endured following her breakout role in Titanic at age 22.
A resurfaced clip from the 1998 Golden Globes showed a reporter making disparaging remarks about her dress size, which Winslet called 'absolutely appalling.'
Winslet recounted confronting a critic, telling them, 'I hope this haunts you,' and described the moment as empowering not just for herself but for others facing similar harassment.
The actress highlighted ongoing challenges with Hollywood's beauty standards, such as being advised to hide her 'belly rolls' while filming her latest movie, Lee, which she refused to do.
Winslet emphasized her commitment to body positivity and self-acceptance, rejecting societal pressures and stating that caring about others' opinions is 'exhausting.'