Nick Knowles hits back at fat-shaming troll who made joke about DIY SOS star's weight during Children In need special
Nick Knowles has hit back at an online fat-shamer who pokes fun at his weight during the recent DIY SOS Children In Need special episode.
The episode, which aired on November 13, saw Nick, 63, and his DIY team refurbishing facilities for children’s cancer charity The Joshua Tree.
An image of the DIY team, including Nick, wearing the distinctive purple high-vis outfits were posted to social media, where one viewer took the opportunity to make a joke about the presenter’s weight.
The social media user, who described herself as a “registered nurse” in her bio and a volunteer for mental health charity Mind, said: “Nick Knowles ate Pudsey!”
Nick took issue with the cruel comment, replying: “Are you referring to me being heavy? Is that what you took from that show about building a place for a children's cancer charity? And you're a nurse. Or have I misunderstood?"
The presenter revealed that he had previously had experience the same issue with the same troll, who sent cruel messages to his wife Katie Dadzie after she underwent a hysterectomy in July. Nick said: “I know you - you were trolling my wife when she was ill, and we reported you to your employer.
“Now you've watched a show about building a place for a children's cancer charity and decided to go for me being heavy. Do you think maybe you should get some counselling about this obsession?”
Some of Nick’s followers were shocked by the comment left by the women. One fan said in response: “I'm sure you thought this was funny but trying to body shame anyone is in very poor taste."I had the pleasure of meeting Nick many years ago when he filmed city hospital. He is a genuinely decent bloke who actually has a huge amount of respect for nurses.”
Nick later told his fans to “let the matter lie”, adding his thanks to those who defended the TV star. He said: “OK look - I really appreciate the support regarding the trolling of my wife and I but can we please keep responses civil ... After some thought I genuinely think there may be a mental health element at play here so please let’s let the matter lie. Thank you.”