T he former Nickelodeon star Jennette McCurdy has opened up about her eating disorder. And this marks her first time speaking up about her body issues in public. But her story makes it pretty clear that opening up is definitely not an easy choice. Especially, when there are people to pass on negative comments, hate, and judgments everywhere on social media. However, despite everything, Shane Dawson has expressed his support for McCurdy. And even appreciated her for publicly sharing her story.

Nickelodeon Star Jennette McCurdy Pens Down Eating Disorder Story

In a HuffPost essay, the former Nickelodeon star has opened up about battling with an eating disorder ever since she was 11. And now she was looking to help others going through the same thing. Apparently, for quite some time, Jennette McCurdy used to provide justifications or excuses about her unusual eating if people approached her with concern. Over the next few years, she dealt with both bulimia and anorexia. But nobody in the entertainment industry ever tried to help her out. Maybe, because they had no incentive.

Eventually, her sister-in-law told her that she needed help. This realization helped her begin her journey for recovery. Jennette McCurdy shares how absolutely brutal and painful the whole recovery process was. After all, letting go of her eating disorder and starting to love her own body meant that she had to completely rebuild her whole identity. Fortunately, things are going better for the actress even if there are some dark moments where the eating disorder creeps back in. She’s staying strong despite the struggle.

Shane Dawson Appreciates Jennette McCurdy for Opening Up

Certainly, opening up about eating disorders was not an easy task for the Nickelodeon star. But she still gathered the courage to pen it down so other people could be aware and get the help they need. The YouTuber Shane Dawson took to Twitter to share her journey and claim that he had related so much to her pain. Shane Dawson’s fans are all aware of the fact that the YouTuber struggles to love his own body and skin at times. Even though he has a hard time, he encourages people to remain positive about their self-image.

i genuinely thought i was fat back then. i remember not even wanting to leave the house that day cause of it. it’s so crazy how things look so different when u look back on them. moral of the story, be nicer to yourself and ur future self will thank you. that’s my new goal ❤️ https://t.co/n2vIRYb916

— Shane Dawson (@shanedawson) March 9, 2019

Hence, he loved how Jennette McCurdy opened up about her own eating disorders. Expressing gratitude to the actress, the YouTuber recommends all people with an eating disorder to read her story.

i’ve never related to something more. thank u jennette for being so open about this. if anyone out there is struggling with an eating disorder please read this. :,)❤️ https://t.co/AS9dmWdJDh

— Shane Dawson (@shanedawson) March 11, 2019

Jennette McCurdy is an American actress and singer known for playing Sam Puckett on the Nickelodeon sitcom iCarly and its spin-off series Sam & Cat. 

Shane Dawson is an American YouTuber who has maintained a strong online presence ever since he gained popularity on the platform. His most prominent works include his latest conspiracy series, and his work with Jeffree Star and Jake Paul.