From viral curves to viral criticism — Lainey Wilson is setting the record straight.
Country superstar Lainey Wilson has never been one to shy away from the spotlight. Whether it’s her powerhouse voice, bold style, or undeniable stage presence, she’s captured hearts worldwide. But recently, Wilson had a different kind of message — one directed straight at the people criticizing her for losing weight.
🎤 From Backstage to Back Talk — The “Booty” That Went Viral
It all started back in 2022, when a clip of Lainey performing in leopard-print bell-bottoms went viral for a very specific reason — her “backside.”
Instead of shying away from the moment, Wilson took it in stride:
“If you found out about my music and stuck around because of the butt or because of the music… you’re welcome!”
– Lainey jokingly told ET Canada
The moment became a meme, a movement, and even a musical inspiration. In 2023, she dropped a playful duet with friend Lauren Alaina titled “Thicc as Thieves,” giving fans exactly what they were asking for.
🏃♀️ Weight Loss Wasn’t the Goal — It Was the Grind
As Wilson’s career soared, so did her tour schedule — sometimes performing 186 shows in a single year. Naturally, all that energy and movement led to noticeable weight loss, but instead of applause, she faced a new wave of negativity.
In September 2024, she clapped back at one particularly crude comment about her changing figure with a quick and sassy reply:
“Worry ’bout your own.”
🚫 Fake Ads & False Assumptions
As if the online critics weren’t enough, Wilson also had to deal with scam weight loss ads that used her name and photos without permission.
“It ain’t true,” she said firmly.
“Ain’t nobody sent me any gummies.”
She continued:
“If I’ve lost weight, it’s because I’m working my butt off — literally. I’m playing hour-and-a-half shows every night. Me losing or gaining weight has nothing to do with my music.”
🎙️ “The Weirdest Thing” — Why Her Body Became a Topic
In a powerful interview on the Reign with Josh Smith podcast, Lainey opened up about how deeply the public obsession with her body has affected her.
“I thought it was going to be a quick viral moment… but it kept going. I read too many comments. Even if you don’t believe them, just seeing them for a second can leave a mark.”
And when people assumed she’d taken medication to slim down, she had this to say:
“People thought I was on some stuff… like, what? This has nothing to do with my music.”
❤️ Raised Right — Why She Chooses Grace Over Judgment
Despite the negativity, Lainey holds tight to the values her family taught her:
“My parents raised me to look at someone’s heart, not their appearance,” she said.
“And that’s how I choose to see the world.”
With a smile, she ended the conversation the only way Lainey could:
“To anyone who’s got a problem with my body… kiss my fat a–.” 😄
🎥 Watch the full interview below to hear Lainey’s honest take on fame, pressure, and staying true to herself — no matter what the world says.
