Pearl Thusi, a South African actress and media personality, has attracted internet criticism for her skin tone after uploading unedited bikini images from her trip in Brazil. Some Twitter users slammed the actress, stating her attractiveness was all due to her fair skin and long hair.
Thusi, who has been open about her experiences with bullying because of her skin tone, could not allow the trolls go unanswered. She emphasized her detractors’ self-hatred and expressed hope that they would recover.
Imagine having to cope with this for the rest of your life… I never understood why people said I’d be unattractive if I resembled them. The nasty thing here is self-hatred. I pray Sis recovers quickly
Thusi wrote on Twitter.
The Queen Sono actress has already spoken about her difficulties as a light-skinned black woman in entertainment. Several have accused her of receiving parts only because of her skin tone and natural hair rather than her skill.
Despite the internet backlash, people have united in favor of Thusi, criticizing the trolls for their nasty comments. They commended her for her strength and urged her to enjoy the rest of her trip. While Thusi navigates the hurdles of colorism, she is committed to addressing the issue and pushing for self-love and acceptance.
