Plus-Size Influencer Samyra Shares Her Thoughts on a Creator’s Skit Featuring a ‘Fat Suit’
Samyra Miller (L) and Ezee (R).
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- Influencer Samyra Miller responded after another creator, Ezee, appeared to mock her content online.
- Ezee later deleted the video, stating it was meant to be “something lighthearted & never meant to hurt anybody’s feelings.”
- Samyra emphasizes, “fatphobia is not harmless humor.”
Influencer Samyra Miller has spoken out to clarify that “fatphobia is not harmless humor” following an incident involving creator Ezee, who appeared to mock her in a now-deleted skit.
Ezee’s video featured her wearing a fat suit and facial prosthetics while shopping, asking about plus-size clothing options and pretending to be frustrated with the fitting room sizes. Her portrayal closely resembles Miller’s focus on advocating for size inclusivity.
Notably, Ezee’s video included a callback to a parking meter sticker that mentioned dieting, a topic Miller had addressed recently in a viral video, implying a connection between their content.
Miller critiqued the video in her statement to PEOPLE, asserting that this situation reflects broader issues within social media platforms. “It’s the result of what platforms and brands consistently allow, excuse, and profit from,” she noted. “TikTok and Instagram permit fatphobic content,” while genuine plus-sized individuals face flags and bans.
Further, she stated, “Brands play a role in this as well. When companies champion inclusivity but practice exclusion, they reinforce the message that fat people are not included.” This concern extends beyond individual incidents, highlighting a systemic issue regarding the visibility of fat bodies.
Miller reiterated, “This is about a pattern that says fat bodies should not be seen or heard. Fatphobia is systematic, and platforms and brands need to be held accountable for fostering these cultures.”
On January 12, 2025, Ezee removed her video, later addressing the backlash on her Instagram Story. “I just want to say the video I posted recently was meant to be a joke—something lighthearted and never meant to hurt anybody’s feelings,” she explained, referencing her background with comedies like The Nutty Professor and Norbit.
She further acknowledged feedback from supporters regarding the misunderstood intent of her content. “Because of that, I decided to take the video down. I always want this space to stay positive and feel good for everyone who tunes in.” Ezee did not respond to requests for additional comment.
In a previous interview with PEOPLE in October 2025, Miller emphasized the importance of her advocacy, stating, “People did not know what it was like to shop as a plus-sized person.”
She noted that her platform aims to empower individuals who experience hate, insisting they do not deserve to face discrimination. “When I address negativity, it comes from a place of ensuring others know it’s not okay for them to receive hate.”
