Male influencer swipes 'insecure' trolls after being slated for modelling bikini

25 January 2024 , 09:32

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The model has responded to the criticism (Image: Moana Bikini)

Nee-nah-nee-nah - the PC gone mad bigrade are out for blood.

Earlier this week, Australian swimwear brand Moana Bikini - which prides itself on inclusivity - sparked backlash after posting a male model donning one of its one-piece bikinis.

The video attracted a whopping 2,252 comments (compared to just 13 comments on the prior post) as offended users threatened to unfollow the account. One person even branded the post as 'devil evil worshipping' whilst another said it is 'ridiculous' for 'boys that keep trying to be a woman'.

Moana Bikini stood firmly behind the campaign, arguing: "If Jake in our bikini upsets you that much we feel as though this may be a you problem." Many shoppers agreed with the statement, with one person commenting: "These comments are weird. The bathing suits are for anyone who wants to wear them. Why does someone in a bathing suit bother you so much lol?"

Another added: "The trans/homophobia in this comment section is very much not passing the vibe check." Now, model Jake Young has responded to the trolls

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“There are many different types of women. Women with different anatomy to what you consider ‘normal’," he wrote. “I am not a woman nor have I ever claimed to be. This post is simply empowering a minority and I’m forever grateful for that.

“Your hate is a reflection of your own insecurities, not mine.” On his Instagram, Young can often be seen wearing clothes less associated with men, such as dresses, skirts, crop tops, and bikinis.

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The post resulted in an onslaught of hate for the male model (Moana Bikini)

Back in April 2023, he penned a candid post on his decision to play with his wardrobe. "My whole life I have had to prove that I am something other than authentically myself," the caption read.

"In the past, it was for men, for friends and even my family. I have had to dig so deeply within myself to find strength because that’s all I could do to survive. So if I want to wear a set of underwear or choose to wear a dress because I look SICKENING. I will and I’ll continue this iconic behaviour till I’m in the ground, so enjoy."

Liam Gilliver