He made a triumphant return to the X Factor on Saturday to perform his new single The Thing About Love, receiving much praise from fans on social media.
But Matt Terry also had to silence his critics, after being body-shamed by cruel trolls who hit out at his weight and image during his performance.
The 24-year-old singer stripped down to just a shirt and pants in a brief Instagram video, with the star defending his weight in a lengthy Instagram post.
Looking good! X Factor star Matt Terry bit back on Sunday in a lengthy Instagram post after defending himself from cruel trolls
In the post Matt wrote: ‘Here we go… I wondered when something like this would happen. So I woke up this morning after my incredible night back at the show to body shaming.
‘I wanted to do a little post to let my fans know that honestly I’m fine. I love you guys for standing tall and backing me. You are one hell of a fandom.
‘Here’s me, this morning with last nights shirt in my pants… As far as my body, I’ve always been built, always been that stone heavier than my friends and brothers but guess what I’m HAPPY.
‘I think it’s easy to forget that not everyone is as confident as they’d like to be, not everyone is happy with themselves but do me a favour and LOVE yourself.
Still slim: Matt posted a short video showing off his body after nasty trolls accused the star of being ‘fat’
Flaunt it! In the full 360 degree video, Matt wore just a shirt and pants as he showed off his figure defying accusations that he was overweight
‘I’m HAPPY!’ Matt wrote that he had always been ‘that stone heavier than my friends!’
Confident: Matt finished his post be saying that he was proud of the success of his single and debut album
‘Everybody deserves to be loved and don’t let negative people stand in your way. Alright ?! Sometimes cameras and lighting aren’t your best mates, and everyone is entitled to their opinion but my advice would be choose your words carefully. It doesn’t take much to break a person.
‘Luckily I’m strong and positive and maaaan are there some positives from last night!!! The Thing About Love my new single I wrote with some incredible pals jumped up over 60 places on iTunes last night and we are currently at #19.
‘My debut album trouble is currently at #2 for pre-order!! (MENTAL). I was reunited with all my XF family and judges and I had a smashing time !!! Now..HAPPY SUNDAY and I cannot wait for my roast dinner.’
Good to be back: Matt made a return to the show that made him a star on Saturday
Nasty: Trolls attacked the star after his performance
Matt was attacked by a slew of nasty comments on social media after his performance on Saturday, with many accusing the star of being ‘fat.’
One wrote: ‘When did Matt Terry get fat?’ while another wrote: ‘Matt Terry or Fat Terry?’
A third said: ‘Matt Terry looks well… Fed. Good evening porky.’
Respect: Matt’s video was flooded with positive comments supporting the star
Far more fans left messages of support for Matt on his video, saying that he did not look fat during his performance.
One wrote: ‘Go on Matt ignore all them haters. They are irrelevant. But you are relevant. Who is laughing to the bank!!! You are. Your performance was ace. Keep flying high!’
Another added: ‘Good for you for sharing this and for being so strong. A great role model!’
A third emotionally wrote: ‘You’re acc so inspirational and I can’t thank you enough for it. As long as you’re happy that’s all the matters and I’m so happy you are spreading the message. You’re perfect just the way you are and I love you so much. You have helped me so much and I could never thank you enough. Positive vibes are the way to go!’
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