Pritty Vishy opens up about years of body shaming from her friends and family
Kenyan digital creator Pritty Vishy has opened up about her long and painful struggle with body shaming, revealing that criticism from close friends, family, society, and even religious figures took a heavy toll on her self-esteem.
In an emotional message shared online on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, Vishy reflected on how years of negative comments about her body left her doubting her worth and questioning her identity.
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The outspoken personality, who has always shared her journey with her fans, admitted that dealing with constant ridicule about her body shape was not easy. She confessed that despite appearing confident on camera, she often struggled with deep insecurities behind the scenes.
Struggles with confidence
According to Vishy, body shaming was not just something she experienced from strangers but from the very people she trusted most — her friends, family, and even religious leaders. She said their harsh words reinforced her insecurities, leaving her ashamed and uncomfortable in her skin.
“I got tired of doubting myself; I got tired of questioning my worth every time someone left me. I have been body shamed by family, friends, people I thought were my best friends, society, and even your ‘man of God’,” she said.
Vishy added that she could not bring herself to wear a bikini comfortably or even get naked in front of her girlfriends. While she often portrayed confidence online, in reality, she hid her insecurities. She recalled moments when she would cover her body with a towel even after taking videos or pictures to conceal what she felt were flaws.
She noted that only women who have experienced life as “big babes” can truly understand the depth of her struggles.
Embracing her journey
Despite these challenges, Vishy said she has been learning to accept herself and reclaim her confidence. Her openness about her body image struggles has resonated with many fans, who praised her for speaking out on an issue that affects countless young women.
Body shaming continues to be a harsh reality for many women in Kenya and beyond, with societal pressures dictating unrealistic beauty standards. Pritty Vishy’s story is a reminder of the lasting scars that words and judgement can leave and the importance of fostering kindness, acceptance, and self-love.
