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A Brave Heart and a Truly Beautiful Woman – Lizzie Velasquez

August 12, 2020 By Deb Chitwood 20 Comments

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The Lizzie Velasquez story breaks my heart … and makes it sing at the same time. I’m horrified at the way Lizzie was bullied. And I’m thankful that she was brave enough to overcome it.
A Brave Heart and a Truly Beautiful Woman - Lizzie Velasquez

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I published this post in 2015 when the documentary about Lizzie Velasquez, A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story, was released in theaters. I’m updating it and republishing it today because Lizzie needs our help. Please read Lizzie’s story and below it to see the disturbing new trend that needs to be stopped.

The Lizzie Velasquez Story

26-year-old Lizzie Velasquez has always had a rare disorder that won’t allow her to gain weight. After being bullied in school, she was bullied even worse online. As a teenager, she discovered a YouTube video calling her “The World’s Ugliest Woman” along with hundreds of hateful comments.

Lizzie Velasquez fought back through forgiveness and courage, advocating acceptance. She’s now a motivational speaker and author. She has a hugely popular YouTube channel. She’s an advocate for national anti-bullying campaigns.

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Lizzie Velasquez Needs Our Help to Stop This Disturbing New Trend on Social Media

Please help spread the word! @tiktok_us #facetimeprank pic.twitter.com/D7Q6z3a0sw

— Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) August 9, 2020

You can read more in this HuffPost article: “Lizzie Velasquez Pleads For End To Cruel ‘FaceTime Prank’ On TikTok.”

A Brave Heart

A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story is available to rent or buy. The film’s online description says: “A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story follows the inspiring journey of 26-year-old, 58-pound Lizzie from cyber-bullying victim to anti-bullying activist.

A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story

A Brave Heart is a rare film that was liked by 93% of the critics and 92% of the audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.

“A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story Official Trailer 1” (2015) – Documentary HD

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  1. forum taruhan says

    September 26, 2015 at 1:28 am

    The Lizzie Velasquez Story , , really good story 🙁

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  2. Kim Ellis says

    October 3, 2015 at 9:16 pm

    She truly is a hero. I was I was as brave as her!!

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  3. Gabrielle says

    October 3, 2015 at 10:54 pm

    What a strong woman she is.

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  4. Savanah says

    October 4, 2015 at 7:27 am

    You’re amazing!

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  5. Barrie says

    October 4, 2015 at 10:03 am

    I’ll have to look for this book. Bless Lizzie’s heart! So glad she found a way to rise about the bullying!

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  6. Ann Cluck says

    October 4, 2015 at 12:21 pm

    I have been a follower of her story for a very long time. She is an awesomely brave woman. I am not sure I could follow in her footsteps. I would love to see this movie. Bullying must stop!!!

    Reply
  7. CR Williams says

    October 4, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Amazing story! Loved it!

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  8. Sandra Watts says

    October 4, 2015 at 4:47 pm

    What a great story and a brave woman.

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  9. Freya says

    October 5, 2015 at 1:32 am

    She is really an inspiration not only for bullied victims or women but also to all oppress man. She knew that the best way to respond is accept, forgive and love those people. It is shame on those people part because Lizzie is wiser and understanding than them.

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  10. Louanne Baelde says

    October 5, 2015 at 10:05 am

    Amazing story! Strong woman!

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  11. JANICE MURPHY says

    October 5, 2015 at 7:36 pm

    I understand her story.

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  12. Gavril says

    October 12, 2015 at 4:45 am

    She is a wonderful strong woman. God bless her.

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  13. Trish F says

    October 17, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    What an inspiration, I have never heard of her and her story but I’m sure her parents are really proud of her. I’m ashamed for my fellow man that can bully such an angel.

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  14. Jared says

    October 24, 2015 at 1:57 pm

    Such a heart-warming story. Bullying is a disturbing trend, especially when it occurs in the online space where people can insult others without any repercussions.

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  15. Tiff says

    September 22, 2016 at 7:42 am

    What an amazing story! Truly inspirational! A lot we can learn from her 😉

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  16. Jesus Rivas says

    December 18, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    This story is very good, thanks for sharing this article.

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  17. Most Beautiful Women says

    March 13, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    This is Really amazing and Great Blog i really like to Read this its all about the facts of great information Thanks for sharing.

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  18. Bryan says

    March 15, 2017 at 12:14 am

    It was really inspirational. And I must say that how she decided to face this challenge, it was remarkable. She is an inspiration and it can motivate many of us. Thanks for sharing the article.

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  19. Most Beautiful Women says

    March 17, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    This is really amazing great Blog i really like to read this its all about the facts of great information Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  20. luvherbal says

    April 28, 2017 at 4:06 am

    Wow !!!!!!!!!!!
    This is really amazing….
    Awesome Blog….
    Keep Sharing….!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Reply

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