Love Is Blind star Anna Yuan has forcefully responded to online body shamers who commented on her 40-pound weight loss, labeling their behavior as ‘weird’ and inappropriate in a series of Instagram Stories posts over the weekend.
On Saturday, October 25, the 28-year-old hairstylist took to her Instagram Stories to express frustration with individuals sending unsolicited messages about her physical appearance. Yuan directly addressed the body shamers, writing, “Reminder that it’s weird as f–k to message a person you don’t know to comment about their weight or physical appearance.” She urged them to “touch grass,” a phrase encouraging people to engage with the real world instead of fixating on online negativity.
In her posts, Yuan revealed that she has lost approximately 40 pounds since filming wrapped for Love Is Blind Season 9, but she downplayed the significance of the change. She asserted, “It is not that deep and again you are WEIRD,” emphasizing that her weight loss should not be a topic of public discourse or criticism. This response highlights her stance on body autonomy and the inappropriateness of commenting on someone’s physical appearance without consent.
This incident is not the first time Yuan has confronted body shaming related to her role on the reality show. Shortly after Love Is Blind Season 9 premiered on October 1, she addressed similar comments on social media, reminding followers of her humanity and lifelong struggles with weight. In an Instagram Story on October 2, she wrote, “Hi friends, reminder that I am human. A human who has devoted her life into a craft to make other women feel beautiful. I have struggled with my weight since I was a little girl. For the first time in my life, I am proud of how healthy I am. I’m not a character. I’m a real human being just like you. Be kind. Love you all anyway.”
Yuan’s journey on Love Is Blind involved dating in pods where physical appearance is hidden to foster emotional connections. She formed bonds with contestants Patrick Suzuki and Blake Anderson, but midway through the experiment, she decided to withdraw. In an interview with Netflix’s Tudum earlier this month, she explained that seeing herself be vulnerable on camera was intimidating. “I started seeing myself being pretty vulnerable, and it scared me a little bit because this is an intimate part of my brain,” she said. “These are very sensitive topics for me. It’s not that I’m just sharing it with whoever I’m dating or the other women — this is going to be broadcast for people.”
Her abrupt departure left Patrick Suzuki feeling hurt, as she ghosted him during a pod date without explanation. Reflecting on this, Yuan expressed that her only regret was causing pain to Patrick. “The only thing I cared about was hurting Patrick with how I exited the show, and I deeply regretted that,” she shared in a recent Instagram Story. She noted that they have since reconciled and built a meaningful friendship. Patrick went on to get engaged to another contestant, Kacie McIntosh, but their relationship ended shortly after meeting in person due to a lack of physical attraction.
As the Love Is Blind Season 9 reunion approaches on October 29, Yuan’s candid responses underscore the challenges reality stars face with public scrutiny and body image issues. Her experience highlights the importance of respecting celebrities’ privacy and mental health, and her message encourages a more compassionate online community. By speaking out, she aims to foster a culture where unsolicited comments on weight are recognized as harmful and inappropriate.