Jason Ritter Claps Back At Model For Criticizing His Wife Melanie Lynskey’s Weight – ‘People Are Upset’

Feb 20, 2023 by apost team

Melanie Lynskey is one of the most promising character actresses in Hollywood. The native New Zealander is well-known for portraying complex women characters and has a good grasp and command of various American dialects. 

Although she has worked predominantly in independent films, Lynskey is a force to be reckoned with in the acting department. She is a recipient of a New Zealand Film Award, a Hollywood Film Award, a Sundance Special Jury Award, an HCA Award, a Gracie Award, and even two Critics’ Choice Awards. 

She has also earned nominations from the Sattelite, Gotham, Golden Nymph, Independent Spirit, Screen Actors Guild, and also a prestigious Primetime Emmy nomination.

She is known for her series like “Mrs. America,” “Two and a Half Men,” “Castle Rock,” “Coyote Ugly,” “Flags of Our Fathers,” and “Up in the Air,” among many others. Lynskey has also starred in films such as “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” “Seeking a Friend for the End of the World,” “I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore,” and the star-studded film “Don’t Look Up.”

In September 2022, a teaser for the highly anticipated apocalyptic thriller show, “The Last of Us,” shows Lynskey portraying a new character, which was not initially introduced on the actual video game the series was derived from. 

According to Entertainment Weekly, Lynskey plays Kathleen Coghlan, a fierce leader of a revolutionary movement based in Kansas City, which was described to be “a revolutionary who becomes terroristic due to cruel circumstances.”

Lynskey’s portrayal of the role was well-received by many. However, others seemed to have been very keen on how she looked, considering the nature of her character. 

In 2017, Lynskey got engaged to Emmy-nominated actor Jason Ritter. Three years after, they went on to tie the knot after having their first child in 2018. 

Ritter and Lynskey have shown that they make a great team, and the loving husband is always there to defend his wife when needed.

In January 2022, Lynskey spoke out on Twitter about the body-shaming she has experienced since the show “Yellowjackets,” on which she plays Shauna, began airing. 

“The story of my life since ‘Yellowjackets’ premiered. Most egregious are the ‘I care about her health!!’ people … you don’t see me on my Peleton! You don’t see me running through the park with my child. Skinny does not always equal healthy,” she tweeted. 

The actress didn’t only experience this behavior online. She also had to deal with body shaming on set.

“They were asking me, ‘What do you plan to do? I’m sure the producers will get you a trainer. They’d love to help you with this,” Lynskey told Rolling Stone. 

Ritter saw the rude comments his wife was getting online and jumped to her defense. 

“If anyone has any further unsolicited comments about *anybody* else’s body, they can feel free to write them in permanent ink onto their own foreheads and swan dive directly into the sun,” he tweeted. 

Yet again, Lynskey faced the same criticisms and backlash she had on her previous shows when she appeared as Coghlan on the HBO show “The Last of Us.” Lynskey is forced to confront the beauty standards that have caged her since.  

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Former “America's Next Top Model” winner, Adrianne Curry, took to Twitter and shamed Lynskey for how her body doesn’t fit the character, which prompted the actress to fight back in defense. 

“Her body says life of luxury.. not a post-apocalyptic warlord. where is linda hamilton when you need her?” Curry tweeted, replying to a photo of Lynskey in her InStyle magazine photoshoot. 

In response, Lynskey clarified that the photo was from a cover she had with the said magazine and not from the actual show. 

“And I’m playing a person who meticulously planned & executed an overthrow of FEDRA. I am supposed to be SMART, ma’am. I don’t need to be muscly. That’s what henchmen are for,” Lynskey continued. 

As if her perfect response wasn’t enough, Lynskey put out a thread explaining her character Kathleen. 

“Other than getting to work with creative geniuses who I respect and admire (Neil & Craig) the thing that excited me most about doing #TheLastOfUs is that my casting suggested the possibility of a future in which people start listening to the person with the best ideas. Not the coolest or the toughest person. The organiser. The person who knows where everything is. The person who is doing the planning. The person who can multitask. The one who’s decisive,” she tweeted. 

Fans have showered Lynskey with love and support, overshadowing Curry’s body-shaming comment. 

“You and your character are awesome! I love The Last of Us and love it even more because of your Kathleen. Such a dynamic and interesting role that you portray perfectly!” a fan said. 

“That person takes being wrong to a whole new level; you, however are destroying worlds in that dress!” another posted.

Since then, Curry’s tweet has since been deleted, and her Twitter account has been deactivated.

Meanwhile, Ritter again jumped to his beloved wife’s defense after Curry insensitive and unsolicited tweet. In response, he posted a sarcastic tweet imploring her not to take the backlash she is receiving as a lesson.

“You… you could have just… not tweeted it. But you did, and people are upset with what you said. Whatever happens now, DO NOT LEARN ANYTHING FROM THIS UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES!! Dig your heels in deeper, and double down! BECOME the victim! You can do this!! I believe in you!!” Ritter tweeted.

His response not only earned 3.2 million views and upwards of 33,200 likes, but garnered praise from many fans who lauded him for being such a protective and loving husband.

“I'm gonna find me a husband who does THIS! … I am super impressed by the courage and warmth and love this man has for his wife and how he's not afraid to show it. Makes me feel happy!” one user wrote.

Another said: “Everyone should have a you in their corner. You’re amazing. Thanks for showing us all what we should be seeking in a partner!”

“This made me smile. I hope everyone has a significant other like Jason. What a response,” another comment read.

“Proud of you, Jason! Always have your wife’s back. No matter what! Nobody deserves to be body shamed, mistreated or harassed in any way shape or form. I’m glad you came out and spoke up for her,” a sympathetic user wrote.

It’s an absolute blessing for anyone to have such a strong and supportive partner, and we’re sure Lynskey is super appreciative of the fact that she can lean on her husband in difficult times. 

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