La Toya Jackson has broken her silence after a series of social media posts showing her notably slender physique sparked international concern for her wellbeing. The 69-year-old singer and entertainer directly addressed the growing furore on her Instagram page this Friday.
Viral Photos Prompt Global Concern
Earlier this week, images of Jackson showcasing her slim frame circulated rapidly online, amassing over 10 million views on her Instagram alone and making headlines worldwide. The photos, which showed the performer posing in tight black trousers and a long-sleeved red top, led to an outpouring of worry from fans who have noted her undisclosed health issues in recent months.
In response, Jackson shared a short video accompanied by a brief, reassuring statement. "I hear you, I see you, I send you love and I wish to say! Enjoy your weekend with all positivity!" she wrote. However, the message did little to quell the anxieties expressed in her comments section.
One follower pleaded, "Take care. You are so unhealthy skinny. We are scared about that," while another commented, "Honey we love you but are scared cos they wrote in the newspapers you're ill. Please let us know about you dear, we are so worried."
A Divided Response From Fans
The reaction to Jackson's appearance has been sharply divided. While many voiced serious health concerns, others defended her petite figure, attributing it to her lifelong build and age. "Everyone is talking about her being thin. She looks really great to me, she has always been thin," argued one supporter.
Another fan wrote in defence, "La Toya has always been petite and it's normal to lose muscle mass as you get older. The jokes some of y’all are making are really unnecessary and rude." This sentiment was echoed by others who praised her look, with comments like "You look SO beautiful!!!!" and "Keep being you!"
Ongoing Health Checks and a Strict Diet
The concern follows cryptic posts from Jackson last month, where she shared videos from a doctor's office on two separate occasions within three days. In one clip, she said, "I'm here at the doctor again, so I'm hoping that everything goes well with me, all results are good."
When asked previously about her slender 5ft 4in frame, Jackson exclusively told the Daily Mail that her strict plant-based, cruciferous diet was the reason. "I'm strictly organic. I make sure that everything I eat is organic and my diet is basically based on plants," she explained, listing vegetables like broccoli, kale, and cabbage. She did admit to occasionally eating chicken.
The performer, who was recently unveiled as the 'Empress' on the French version of Mask Singer, is currently developing her own luxury lifestyle brand for the Middle East. The venture, which she has worked on for over a year, will feature clothing and accessories for both men and women.
La Toya Jackson, sister of the late Michael Jackson, has released 11 albums throughout her career, with her 1984 single 'Heart Don't Lie' peaking at number 56 on the US Billboard Hot 100.
