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Bethenny Frankel, 54, hits back at body shamers after she shocked fans with thong bikini runway appearance

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Bethenny Frankel responded to critics who commented on her appearance following her display in a two-piece swimsuit, which caused quite a stir at the latest swimwear event.

Previously featured on The Real Housewives of New York, now 54 years old, showed off quite a bit with her confident walk on the catwalk, donning several swimsuits and even exposing her lower back area in one particularly revealing piece of clothing.

Following the unveiling that sparked strong criticism online, Frankel decided to express her feelings on Instagram regarding exposing herself on the runway. She commended her own authentic body.

She suggested: “Women should begin concentrating on and understanding that inner contentment will result in greater satisfaction with their outer appearance.

Given the constant curiosity about my appearance such as age, weight, hairstyle, and facial features online, let me clarify unequivocally: each woman who shared the stage with me at that time did not resemble their previous appearance two hours beforehand.

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‘What your family members and daughters perceive as the effortless beauty of celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Beyoncé is actually the result of extensive preparation, heavy makeup, and careful contouring.’

I’ve always shied away from vanity, opting not to use makeup. Instead, I prioritize health and natural beauty, understanding that each moment has its own purpose.

Most days, I appear disheveled, more like a person who’s had an active day rather than someone who’s been on a crash diet or skipped the gym. Instead, I enjoy leisurely walks on the beach, maintaining a balanced lifestyle without any strict regimes. My approach to food and exercise is healthy and harmonious.

In my thirties, I carried around approximately 25 extra pounds. I became obsessed, often indulging in binge-eating followed by periods of fasting. I ate not just for sustenance, but out of feelings of self-loathing and loneliness.

‘I created the term food noise, it’s that noise saying I was good and bad yesterday

‘I don’t have that, I have today is a beautiful day, I’m going to go and do a beach walk for myself

My physique is organic; I don’t engage in weightlifting. I often go for extended periods without any physical activity, and I maintain a healthy rapport with my diet. However, it’s not the lack of exercise or balanced diet that’s causing our difficulties – it’s the disturbance instead.

‘Allow yourselves to have what you want and not beat yourself up when you indulge.’

Online, Frankel’s assertions sparked varied reactions. Some people spoke up about her past endorsement of the ‘supermodel diet,’ her history of getting breast implants, and her daily use of makeup on social media.

Others praised her for rocking ‘the best body of her life’ on the runway. 

Following the posting of a video of Bethenny strutting on the runway to TikTok, numerous enthusiastic fans found it hard to accept how youthful she appeared.

The user is asking, “Is that truly Bethany Frankel? If it is, what changes has she made? Where were they done? By whom? And how much did it cost?

‘That hair just took off a decade! She is [fire],’ gushed another. 

‘She looks great but I barely recognize her,’ someone else added.

‘Wow, I’ve never seen her look so good,’ a fourth comment read.

A fifth said, ‘Is she in the witness protection program? She’s unrecognizable.’

Bethenny recently revealed the reason she moved from New York to Florida. 

The reality television star expressed that she felt overwhelmed, much like someone struggling to stay afloat, prompting her to eventually relocate herself and her daughter Bryn away from the bustling city.

Previously, it was mentioned that her decision to move was due to both personal and work-related matters, which led some fans to speculate that she might be moving for political purposes.

Earlier this month, she shared on TikTok that a sequence of incidents occurred this year, leading her to make the decision to put their house up for sale.

On March 19th, the idea hadn’t crossed my mind in the morning, but as the day unfolded with a chain of occurrences, by nightfall we concluded that relocating was the most suitable decision. That’s what the celebrity shared.

In about a month’s time, she shared that we managed to both offload and acquire homes in two different locations. She plans to retain the apartment, but she disposed of her previous residence and purchased a property in Florida instead.

Frankel expressed that residing solely with her daughter Bryn, whom she co-parents with ex-spouse Jason Hoppy, in a house that felt excessively roomy was overwhelming her.

She mentioned that it was only her and another person, and at a point in her past, she chose to purchase a spacious estate, which turned out to be quite significant.

‘I thought it would be this, like, big family home and that I’d be entertaining there a lot.’

She added: ‘The house overwhelmed me due to its apple orchard, its historical significance, expansive land, and breathtaking beauty, making it ideal for a large family with children and older relatives.’

‘I wound up spending a considerable amount of time there all by myself since I wasn’t very acquainted with many individuals in that particular community. It felt quite solitary.’

She said she didn’t want to be ‘home alone’ so she decided to ‘simplify’ their space.

She clarified, “What I consider simplifying, others might see as complicating matters, for while I’ve reduced my responsibilities, I’ve increased the challenges.

‘And the idea of something was different than the reality of it,’ she continued.

Frankel mentioned that her initial plan was to reduce her living space within four years, once her daughter left for college. However, due to an unexpected event or significant moment, she opted to carry out the downsizing right away instead.

I was finding myself overwhelmed, and it seemed like there was another thing captivating her attention – neither of us were voicing it openly, maybe because that’s just how things were.” (In a manner of an ardent admirer expressing their observations subtly.)

Once she became the focus, I found the courage to honestly acknowledge my feelings, which in turn liberated us both. I believe I’ll feel more relaxed, radiant, and joyful in the upcoming months.

Frankel added: ‘I’m excited for this next chapter.’

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2025-06-02 19:19

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