Brazilian actress and model Bruna Marquezine has raised concerns among fans with her noticeably slender figure. The 30-year-old, who is currently in a relationship with pop star Shawn Mendes, first drew attention at the Golden Globes in January, where she appeared significantly thinner than in previous years. A behind-the-scenes photo shared on Instagram, showing her sternum, ribs, and collarbones prominently, quickly went viral.
Red Carpet Appearances and Fan Reactions
Marquezine showcased her trim physique again at the Academy Awards in March, prompting a wave of comments on her social media. Many fans expressed worry, noting her previous curvier appearance. One comment read: 'Bruna is beautiful in every way. But the culture of extreme thinness is screwing up the heads of women around the world, unfortunately.' Another added: 'It's her body and she feels good about it... but don't normalize it because it's not normal to be like that.'
Others defended the star, insisting she remains healthy and beautiful at any size. However, some speculated about pressures in her profession, with one user stating: 'I think for her line of work she has to stay in a slimmer shape.'
Past Struggles with Body Image
Marquezine has previously opened up about her weight loss journey. In 2018, she revealed on Instagram that she battled body image issues in her early 20s, admitting to using laxatives daily for three months. She later denied having an eating disorder and has consistently emphasized her happiness with her appearance. In 2020, she stated: 'I am very healthy and happy with who I am and with my body. That's all that matters.'
The actress has also clapped back at online trolls, writing: 'Women’s bodies are not only there to please men, or please anyone for that matter, we just want to be healthy and happy. If you have opinions that are likely to offend or make someone feel bad about their body, no matter your intention, just stay quiet and do not comment.'
Career and Personal Life
Marquezine is one of Brazil's most prominent stars, with over 43 million Instagram followers. She began her career as a child actress and successfully transitioned to adult roles, primarily in popular soap operas. She is now making strides in the American market, thanks to her role in the 2023 DC film Blue Beetle and her relationship with Shawn Mendes. The couple has been dating since late 2023 and were recently seen together on a beach in Rio de Janeiro.
Before Mendes, Marquezine was in an on-off relationship with Brazilian soccer star Neymar. Her weight loss over the past decade has been noticeable, with fans pointing out her curvier figure in 2017 compared to recent photos.
Shawn Mendes Addresses Sexuality Speculation
In related news, Shawn Mendes addressed ongoing speculation about his sexuality during an October 2024 concert. He told fans he was 'trying to be really brave' and revealed he was still 'figuring it out.' Mendes stated: 'The real truth about my life and my sexuality is that, man, I'm just figuring it out like everyone.' He performed his song The Mountain, which includes lyrics about fitting molds, and explained that writing the song felt important to address the topic in a personal way.
