Deonna Purrazo debuted in AEW back in 2024 but she ended up getting body-shamed in a big way after her in-ring debut against Red Velvet. More than a year after the incident, Purrazzo has revealed how she felt getting body-shamed while wrestling.
While speaking to Mighty Pursuit, Deonna talked about how hard it was to get back in the ring after a viral moment made her feel judged by fans. She said she had never felt that way before in her 12 years of wrestling.
After the incident, she didnt want to wear her gear or be in front of people because she felt like everyone was just looking for something negative to say about her body. It made her feel very self-conscious, something she had never experienced like this before.
Purrazzo also stated that even though the moment has passed, it still affects her every day. Fans may have moved on, but in her mind, its still there. Every time she walks out for a match, she worries about how her gear looks and whether it fits her body in a way that makes her feel confident.
Some days she feels good in the morning, but after traveling and going through the day, she doesnt feel the same by showtime. She said people dont see how often shes thinking about these things and how it affects her confidence all the time.
Its clear that Deonna Purrazzo has grown a lot as a person after dealing with so much hate just because of her appearance. Despite everything, she chooses to focus on the loyal fans who continue to support her. Still, its unfortunate and upsetting that she continues to face body-shaming even now.
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