Reality television sensation Tasha Ghouri has launched an emotional and defiant counter-attack against vile social media trolls who targeted her deafness in a series of cruel online comments.
The Love Island 2022 star, who proudly wears a cochlear implant, took to Instagram to confront the abuse head-on after discovering hateful messages questioning her disability and mocking her condition.
'My Disability Is My Superpower'
In a powerful statement accompanied by a striking photograph of herself, the 25-year-old model declared: "My disability does not define me, but it has made me the strong woman I am today."
Ghouri, who became Love Island's first deaf contestant, emphasised that her cochlear implant represents strength rather than limitation, describing it as her "superpower" that enables her to navigate the hearing world.
Breaking Barriers and Changing Perceptions
The Middlesbrough-born influencer has become a prominent advocate for deaf awareness since her television breakthrough, using her platform to:
- Educate followers about hearing impairment technology
- Challenge stereotypes surrounding disability
- Promote inclusivity in the entertainment industry
- Support charities dedicated to hearing loss
Her courageous response has sparked an outpouring of support from fans and fellow celebrities alike, with thousands flooding social media with messages of solidarity using hashtags like #DeafPride and #StopOnlineAbuse.
The Dark Side of Fame
This incident highlights the persistent issue of online harassment faced by reality stars and individuals with disabilities. Ghouri's decision to publicly address the trolling demonstrates a growing movement among public figures to confront digital abuse rather than suffer in silence.
"I will never let anyone make me feel less than for being deaf," she affirmed, sending a clear message to critics that her resilience outweighs their negativity.
The controversy emerges as Ghouri continues to build her media career while maintaining her advocacy work, recently collaborating with hearing loss charities and discussing representation in broadcasting.
