In January 2020, the former Biggest Loser trainer said on Buzzfeed News’ digital series AM to DM, “Why are we celebrating [Lizzo’s] body? Why does it matter? Why aren’t we celebrating her music? ‘Cause it isn’t going to be awesome if she gets diabetes.” Fans accused Michaels of fat-shaming the star.

Lizzo later said on Instagram, “I have done nothing wrong. I forgive myself for thinking I was wrong in the first place. I deserve to be happy.” She also said, “If my name is in your mouth, so is my p—y, bitch. Enjoy the flavor!”

Michaels later said on E!’s Daily Pop, “We cannot deny the inevitable fact that being overweight leads to heart disease, cancer,…