Sam Smith Recalls Undergoing Liposuction at Age 13 After Bullying
Sam Smith reflected on the difficult experience of being bullied about their weight during childhood, which led them to have liposuction at the age of 13. The singer described the impact of teasing as "crippling" and shared how it affected their daily life.
Bullying and Its Impact
Smith, who uses they/them pronouns, spoke candidly about their struggles with weight while growing up.
"I couldn't go swimming in school, and getting changed in the locker room was hell," Smith said.
They added that their weight was the hardest challenge they faced at school and likely the main reason they were teased.
The Decision for Surgery
On the 5th episode of the Podcrushed podcast, hosted by Penn Badgley, Smith revealed they had surgery not only on their chest but also liposuction at a young age due to ongoing bullying.
"I had surgery on my chest when I was 13 years old because I had a growing chest," Smith explained. "There was all sorts of reasons why, but mainly that I was just getting so teased."
They emphasized how the bullying made them avoid certain activities like swimming and how changing in the locker room was a tormenting experience.
Support from Family
When asked about their parents' reaction to the procedure at such a young age, Smith shared that their parents were supportive.
About Liposuction
Liposuction is a surgical method that uses suction to remove fat deposits, helping to reshape targeted areas of the body.
Additional Note
Smith is now 33 years old and reflects openly on these early challenges that shaped their experience.
Badgley asked, "How did your parents feel about you getting the procedure at such a young age?" Smith replied, "They were supportive."
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Author's Summary
Sam Smith shared how childhood bullying over their weight led to getting liposuction at 13, highlighting the emotional toll and family support during this tough time.