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Remi Bader Responds to Weight Loss Surgery Disclosure with Body-Positive Instagram Post
Social media influencer Remi Bader is addressing recent controversy surrounding her weight loss journey. Following fan reactions to her revelation of undergoing bariatric surgery, Bader posted a new Instagram video on Sunday, confidently showcasing her body in a bikini. The post highlighted her scars and stretch marks, marking a defiant response amidst online discussions about body image and influencer transparency.
Backlash and Bikini Confidence
The 30-year-old media personality, known for her body positivity content, sparked debate after admitting to undergoing weight-loss surgery in 2023. In a recent appearance on Khloe Kardashian’s podcast, Bader disclosed that she had bariatric surgery nearly two years prior, a detail she had not previously shared with her followers.
This revelation led to immediate backlash from some fans, who accused Bader of being dishonest and expressed disappointment over her lack of transparency. Some followers claimed they felt misled and alleged Bader had blocked individuals who questioned her changing physique.
Ignoring the online criticism, Bader’s recent Instagram video showed her confidently trying on a new swimsuit. Preparing for a trip to Miami, she used the opportunity to openly discuss her evolving body image.
Acknowledging Body Size and Personal Journey
In the video, Bader told her 816,000 followers about coming to terms with her current body size. “I have been completely in denial about what my size is now for a long time,” she admitted.
Bader explained that her weight loss journey has prompted her to reassess her wardrobe, noting, “I need to get rid of a lot of things in my closet and also get new things because I don’t even have underwear that fits me normally at this point.”
“I’m kind of starting this journey now,” Bader stated, reflecting on her delayed realization of the changes. “I don’t know if it’s that I waited until I opened up to the world about it until I realized what was going on,” she continued, referring to her significant weight loss.
Addressing Rumors and Embracing Scars and Stretch Marks
Bader directly addressed speculation circulating on social media regarding skin removal surgery, firmly denying that she had undergone the procedure. “I did not,” Bader clarified. “I kind of wanted to see where and want to see where my body ends up I guess before I do anything.”
She then moved closer to the camera to display stretch marks and incision scars resulting from her single anastomosis duodenal-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy – a type of bariatric surgery.
Addressing online comments about loose skin, Bader explained, “People are saying, ‘Oh she has no loose skin, how is that possible?’ One, I’m young. Two, I do have loose skin. I feel like a lot of my weight – when I gained the weight went to my stomach so that’s really where I feel the most loose skin.” She further emphasized, gesturing to her midriff, “It was all just going to my stomach.”
Navigating Content and Advocacy
Towards the end of her video, Bader clarified her content approach moving forward. “I don’t want to make this page a – like I said – I don’t want to be a weight loss advocate. I don’t want to be a surgery advocate,” she stated.
She assured followers that while she wouldn’t become solely focused on weight loss or surgery content, she would incorporate related topics as relevant. “But like I’ll mix in with my normal content I guess just like, things that you guys want to know or I’ve screenshot things and seen questions that people have.”
Bader concluded by affirming body acceptance. “But this is my body. And that is that. No skin removal surgery here. But there is nothing against it.”
Podcast Revelation and Public Reaction
Bader’s recent openness follows her appearance on Khloe Kardashian’s podcast, “Khloe In Wonder Land,” where she first publicly discussed undergoing weight-loss surgery in 2023.
During the podcast, Bader detailed losing “more than 140 pounds in less than a year” after undergoing a single anastomosis duodenal-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy. She explained this procedure involved having “80% of [her] stomach removed.”
This confession came after months of online speculation and rumors suggesting Bader had achieved her slimmer physique through surgical intervention or weight-loss medications.
Prior to the podcast, Bader had largely avoided directly addressing these rumors, choosing to detail her “health journey” in conversation with Kardashian.
Fan Accusations and Online Debate
Following her surgery admission, some fans voiced accusations of dishonesty and of perpetuating “unrealistic beauty standards” by concealing her weight-loss surgery for an extended period.
Allegations also surfaced that Bader had routinely blocked followers who had publicly inquired about her weight loss methods before her official announcement.
Social media platforms became forums for discussion, with some users claiming Bader had intentionally misled her audience. One commenter on X (formerly Twitter) stated, “She blocked SO many people who asked this in her comments for months.” Another echoed this sentiment, noting “[Bader] has consistently been saying she didn’t get surgery to assist with her weight loss.”
Critics pointed to Bader’s consistent posting of workout videos and diet-related content as attempts to portray her weight loss as “all natural.”
The debate intensified on online forums like Reddit, with some users accusing Bader of “gaslighting” her impressionable female followers.
While some called for Bader to be “canceled,” others defended her right to medical privacy, asserting that she “owes nothing” to her vast online following.
Privacy and Personal Narrative
In her podcast conversation, Bader explained that she was aware her significant weight loss would eventually become a topic of discussion.
However, she emphasized her desire to share her story on her own terms, rather than succumbing to online pressure. Bader admitted that the negativity surrounding her weight loss initially made her hesitant to speak about it further. “She added that seeing so much negativity around her weight-loss made her ‘want to tell my story less.'”
Bader expressed feeling “guilty” primarily towards those who had reached out to her expressing desperation to lose weight.
She acknowledged that keeping her surgery private had resulted in a “losing that connection” with some fans, yet maintained it was a necessary step “for [herself].”
“I needed to give myself the whole past year to heal and figure out what even just happened [to her body] because I feel like people just want an answer from me and that’s not what I’m giving,” she explained to Kardashian, highlighting her need for personal processing time.
Bader shared that the volume of accusatory comments had become overwhelming, “eating [her] alive,” and that she eventually felt ready to publicly share her experience.
Health Concerns and Surgical Decision
Bader’s “health journey” began in September 2023 due to health concerns stemming from “morbid obesity.” She revealed that her weight was causing her “pain” and threatening her fertility.
“A doctor told me I was becoming infertile at 28,” she disclosed. After unsuccessful attempts with medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro, Bader began considering bariatric surgery as a viable option.
She consulted a surgeon who, considering her health profile, recommended a single anastomosis duodenal-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S), described as a newer and “very effective” type of bariatric surgery.
Bader opted for the procedure, but encountered a difficult recovery process. “the recovery process ended up being ‘the worst thing of [her] life,'” she stated.
“I had a rare situation. I just reacted differently [to the procedure]. That’s the point. This is my journey [and] everyone reacts differently to everything,” Bader explained, emphasizing the variability of individual experiences.
Contrary to expectations of a short hospital stay, Bader remained hospitalized due to severe illness. “While her surgeon had told her she’d be out of hospital ‘in a day,’ she ended up being unable to leave because she was ‘so sick.'”
She described experiencing “hell” for six weeks, battling vomiting and pain, symptoms her surgeon acknowledged as “wasn’t normal.”
During this period, Bader admitted to fearing she had “ruined [her] body” by undergoing the elective surgery.
Post-Surgery Reflection and Mental Health
Bader further discussed her weight-loss transformation in a recent interview with Self magazine in March.
She described the rapid 140-pound weight loss as “confusing,” stating, “I never thought it would be this quick. I never wanted to be this size,” reflecting on her unexpected physical transformation.
Bader also revealed that she experienced a “deep depression” during her challenging recovery from bariatric surgery, highlighting the mental and emotional toll of the process.
Prior Weight Loss Attempts
Before opting for surgery, Bader had previously tried Ozempic in 2022, prescribed by her doctor. However, she found that the medication only worsened her binge-eating disorder.
Speaking on the Not Skinny Not Fat podcast, Bader recounted quitting Ozempic after three months, stating, “‘I gained double the weight back.'”
Overwhelmed by her binge eating struggles, Bader sought “serious outpatient treatment at a facility” to address the issue.
Career Background and Body Positivity Foundation
Remi Bader gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic as a plus-size influencer and model, creating content centered around “body positivity.”
Throughout her career, she has partnered with prominent brands like Victoria’s Secret, lululemon, and Swarovski. Bader also recently attended the 2025 Grammy Awards in Los Angeles in February, further solidifying her presence in the public eye.