I do think her innocence is a sign of immaturity – I actually thought she was in her early 20s max. She seems like a sweet young lady, but I think there’s a difference between being effervescent and teenager-y. Gabby comes off teenager-y much of the time, and that’s not a good look. I watched a clip of her on Jay Leno’s show, I think, and Lance Bass was also a guest. It was…..interesting. I felt a tad embarrassed for her. Then I read where she was asked who she wanted to escort her to the Oscars or something, and she directly appealed to Justin Timberlake on camera. Da hayel? Someone get this girl a decent publicist.

As for the weight vs accomplishments issue, she did very well in a role that I think parallels her own life a wee bit, although not nearly as dysfunctional as Precious’ life was. I read a great blog post that drew parallels no one else seemed to point out. In any case, she didn’t seem to be particularly accomplished before the Precious role, and that’s not a bad thing. But comparing her to an Oprah or Madame CJ Walker is a bit premature, when she hasn’t really paid any dues yet. The only thing she has in common at the moment with the other two women is being fat, and that’s not an accomplishment.

Not to mention that most of the fuller figured ladies in Hollywood who have expressed “confidence” in/acceptance of their bodies change their tune after a bit – Monique, Jennifer Hudson, Queen Latifah, etc. I don’t think any of those ladies were over 300 lbs, either, like Gabby supposedly is. Now Gabby may be an exception, she may be a trailblazer as it relates to larger women in Hollywood, but it’s certainly too soon to tell at this point.

But back in Ancient times, being fat was a sign of wealth and prestige. As a matter of fact MANY Kings and Queens were overweight in both Europe and Asia.

I’m fat also, but I like to eat, so forgive me! LOL

It also takes more than just accomplishments to be an alphanista. Halle Berry has many accomplishments and Hollywood looks but she’s a beta. Still, I say the rule is: an alphanista is neither dangerously overweight nor dangerously underweight. An alphanista puts herself and consequently her health first. She knows she can’t do everything and understands that SOME extra weight is OK.

Oprah is clear exception to the rule. In fact, Oprah is an exception to most rules. That is part of what makes her an alphanista. OK by me if others make their own rules… This is mine. Obesity often points to other issues. We are talking self care and preservation. Not just overweight, like Oprah currently appears to be, but OBESE! Why doesn’t being 50-100+ lbs overweight at least ring bells??? This is extreme! Anyway, are we really comparing Gabby to Oprah or CJ Walker? If so, what is Gabby? Exception or rule?

(sidebar, 1- even Oprah knows her weight is a problem or else she wouldn’t be apologizing for it all the time and 2- I addressed the thyroid issue above 3- nothing against Gabby. I know she’s fabulous…)

Also, those with thyroid issues are not lost causes. They are still able to maintain healthier weights. The bad thing is: they work harder than others. (eating a little less but more often, working out a little more… Additionally, there are medical treatments)

And for the record, isn’t Oprah Obese?

And lets not forget the First black Millionaire Madame CJ Walker was Obese also.

Weight and looks has nothing to do with accomplishments.

I respect her. I enjoy her. I support her. But, “Nay,” not alpha… yet.