Kerry Katona hits back at trolls who target daughter Molly's weight
Mum spoke out on Loose Women after daughter teased online
Kerry Katona appeared on Loose Women to hit back at online trolls that criticised her daughter's weight.
Kerry, 35, made a passionate appearance on the show to slam bullies who have targeted Molly, 14, about a picture of them on a roller coaster at Thorpe Park earlier this month.
Both Kerry and her daughter had to endure cruel online taunts about their appearance following the publication of the picture with some of the negative comments focusing on Molly's weight.
The ex-Atomic Kitten singer went on the show specifically to discuss the online bullies. Kerry said on the show: ‘It was the most unflattering picture of my daughter. I could see straight away what was going to happen - that it would revolve around her weight.'
Do you know what social media sites your kids are using?
While on the Loose Women panel with Katie Price, Ruth Langsford, Janet Street-Porter and Linda Robson, Kerry also added: 'Molly wasn't upset. Fortunately it did make headlines about these people (trolls) because it goes to show what lowlife people are out there.'
Molly recorded a special message for her trolls which was broadcast live on air, saying: 'I just want to let you all know that trolling can be really hurtful and damage some peoples self-esteem.
GoodtoKnow Newsletter
Parenting advice, hot topics, best buys and family finance tips delivered straight to your inbox.
'But personally it doesn't affect me because I'm a really strong person, and I was brought up by really strong parents and siblings. But I think it's kind of pathetic and childish.'
Molly is Kerry's oldest daughter with former husband with Brian McFadden. The now divorced couple also had 13-year-old Lilly-Sue McFadden together. Kerry has three other children Heidi, 9, Maxwell, 8 and Dylan-Jorge, 2.
What do you think of Molly and Kerry's response? Do you have any experience with online trolls? Leave your comments below
Sarah is a freelance journalist, writing for various women's magazines and national online consumer titles including the BBC and The Daily Mail, for over 10 years. Sarah has interviewed CEO's, real-life case studies and celebrities. Writing on everything from travel to fitness, and business to beauty - some of her features have been read by millions of people - in just one day.
-
Staying together 'for the kids' can have damaging consequences - divorce therapist explains 3 reasons why
Three major consequences of staying in a failing relationship have been identified - we share what they are, and why staying together can be more damaging for your children.
By Lucy Wigley Published
-
Record number of families opt-out of claiming child benefit, but the decision could have serious repercussions for your future
Stark warning for families as number of parents who opt-out of receiving child benefit reaches 10-year high
By Sarah Handley Published