Baywatch Babe Makes Fat Funny

In the world of supermarket tabloids, you can't believe everything you read, but can you believe everything you see? Some rags get off on exploiting the insecurities of celebrities, mainly the weight of women. Tyra Banks, Kirstie Alley, Rikki Lake, even Oprah Winfrey have been victimized by the tabloid fat police. Whether they are circling cellulite, pointing out new fat rolls, or calculating their fat gain, there is little celebrities can do expect ignore the blasphemy. The latest victim of the tabloid fat attack is striking back, regaining control and finding humor in her pain.

Nicole Eggert jumpstarted her career on the hit 80's show Charles in Charge (TV) staring Scott Baio before owning the sandy beaches of Baywatch (TV). The red bathing suit fit perfectly and in 1992, Baywatch fans embraced the new star on the worldwide television sensation. For two years, Nicole Eggert transformed into Summer Quinn, the Northeastern beauty that moved from cold Pittsburg to sunny California.

Nicole went on to guest star in a slew of television shows, movies, and along the way became a proud mother. The young mother and former Baywatch babe always enjoyed working out and staying in shape, however at the death of her father, she turned to food for comfort. During the difficult grieving time, Eggert put on weight and the tabloids started attacking.

Instead of ignoring the nasty press, Eggert did something so commendable the media world stopped and took notice. Teaming up with Funny or Die, the beautiful Nicole Eggert slapped on her old red Baywatch bikini and sent out a message, "real women gain weight!" Kudos to Nicole!