Actress and model Bella Thorne offered fans a glimpse into her tropical getaway while sharing heartfelt reflections about her personal struggles in a series of Instagram posts this week.
Island Escape and Romantic Moments
The 28-year-old star let loose in a new video shared on Wednesday, dancing enthusiastically while wearing a black-and-beige bikini that showcased her natural curves and fitness. The red-headed performer was enjoying a yacht vacation in tropical surroundings with drinks visible off to the side.
Earlier during their holiday, Thorne had been photographed wearing the same swimwear while sharing a tender kiss with her fiancé, producer Mark Emms. The couple began their relationship in 2022, with Emms proposing in May 2023, cementing their commitment to each other.
Heartfelt Social Media Confession
Alongside her vacation content, Thorne posted a poignant message that revealed the challenges she's been facing behind the scenes. "This year was heavy in ways I didn't talk about," the Disney Channel alum confessed.
She elaborated that working away from home combined with undisclosed personal matters had taken their toll. The actress expressed gratitude for having a week with her love to "breathe and feel like myself again," while reminding followers that "the internet never shows the full picture."
Standing Against Ozempic Pressures
Thorne's comments come approximately a year after she publicly criticised the Ozempic trend sweeping through Hollywood. The Saint Clare star blamed the popular weight-loss drug for establishing "unrealistic beauty standards" that she found difficult to navigate.
"So I haven't been feeling good about my body in a while, especially with everybody on Ozempic," she revealed in her Instagram Stories at the time, referencing the diabetes medication known for its significant weight-loss effects.
Thorne argued that the widespread use of the drug in entertainment circles was "setting all these crazy beauty standards that nobody can keep up with unless they're on Ozempic."
The actress detailed her fitness regimen, which included daily swimming, extensive walking, and rigorous exercise sessions. After committing to this natural approach, she celebrated finally feeling good about herself again, concluding her thoughts with a defiant message to the Ozempic trend.
In additional content from her vacation, Thorne showcased her makeup-free complexion, openly discussing her acne journey with followers. She reminisced about previously sharing pimple-popping content on Snapchat, happily noting that such measures were no longer necessary.
Born Annabella Avery Thorne, the multi-talented performer gained fame through her role as CeCe Jones in the Disney Channel series Shake It Up! from 2010-2013. Her career has included leading roles in various television productions and film projects, including her recent appearance at the Taormina Film Festival where her movie Saint Clare opened the event.
