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Tess Holliday: Yacht Photo Sparks Debate
25 Aug
Summary
- Plus-size model Tess Holliday faced backlash for a swimsuit photo.
- Holliday responded with another yacht picture and a message to critics.
- She began her modeling career in 2010 and debuted at NYFW in 2019.
Plus-size model Tess Holliday recently addressed online criticism after sharing a photo of herself in a swimsuit during an Italian vacation. The image, taken on a yacht, attracted negative comments, prompting Holliday to respond directly to her detractors.
In a Facebook post on August 21, 2026, Holliday shared another picture of herself in a green bikini on a yacht, humorously noting its popularity with her "haters." She expressed gratitude for supportive messages in the comments section and offered a positive outlook to those sending negativity, suggesting they "find the love within" themselves.
Holliday's modeling career began in 2010, leading to her New York Fashion Week debut in 2019 with the swimsuit brand Chromat. She is also a co-author of the book "Take Up Space, Y'all," which offers guidance on social media and self-acceptance.
