‘Lizzo-Sized Lunch’: Hockey Star Sparks Outrage After Cracking Joke During Playoff Broadcast

As the Stanley Cup playoffs heat up, a hockey star’s comment during a recent broadcast has caused controversy. During a live game, Ryan Whitney, a former NHL player, made a joke about a large lunch Lizzo would have eaten, comparing it to the amount of food a Fort McMurray firefighter would need. The comment was met with outrage on social media, and even prompted an apology from the NHL. Fans called out Whitney’s fat-shaming comment and pointed out that it was not only disrespectful to Lizzo but also to the hardworking firefighters. This incident highlights the rampant fatphobia that exists in our society and the harmful effects of body shaming. People of all sizes deserve respect and dignity, and it’s important for public figures to use their platform responsibly. The negative reactions to Whitney’s comments show that more and more people are recognizing the importance of body positivity and pushing back against harmful stereotypes and discrimination.