Daisy May Cooper Discusses Weight Loss and Trolling

Daisy May Cooper, 40, recently appeared on The One Show to promote her new book, showcasing a dramatic 10-stone weight loss. Cooper, who has gone from a dress size 24 to a size 10, attributes her transformation to the ultra low-carb Keto diet. She appeared on the BBC program in a pinafore dress, highlighting her slimmer figure.

However, the actress has also spoken out about the negative reception to her weight loss. Cooper revealed in a recent interview that she has been subjected to trolling and shaming online following her transformation. She stated that the criticism has been so severe that she no longer owns a phone and relies on her personal assistant to manage her Instagram account.

"People are so f***ing horrible and mean and say such horrible things, I just can't even go near it [her phone]," Cooper said. She expressed particular concern over comments suggesting she is no longer funny because of her changed appearance, fearing it could impact her casting opportunities.

Cooper detailed her health struggles prior to her weight loss, noting that at her heaviest, she was a size 24. She experienced chest pains and shortness of breath from simple activities like climbing stairs. While she initially followed the Keto diet, she later cautioned against it, citing the development of kidney stones due to her restricted intake of meat and cheese. She also commented on the intense societal pressure on women to lose weight.

Her significant weight loss and cosmetic procedures also presented continuity challenges for the filming of the second season of her show, "Am I Being Unreasonable?" Cooper noted that the time jump between seasons meant she appeared drastically different, having lost 10 stone and undergone lip filler treatments. She humorously suggested a disclaimer for the show to account for her altered appearance.

Cooper also addressed the perception that a woman's humor is tied to her size, stating, "What the fk? Why do women have to be fking fat to be funny? That makes me so angry." She championed body positivity but emphasized her personal unhappiness and ill health at her largest size, asserting that individual well-being should be prioritized.