Lizzie Velásquez was born with an extremely rare condition — Marfanoid–progeroid–lipodystrophy — affecting fewer than ten known people worldwide. It left her unable to gain body fat, weighing under 29 kilos for much of her life, and blind in one eye.

At 17, she discovered a YouTube video cruelly titled “World’s Ugliest Woman” featuring her face and thousands of hurtful comments. 💔 The moment was devastating — but it did not define her.

With one powerful piece of advice — “Tell your story before they do” — Lizzie chose courage over silence. ✨ She transformed pain into purpose, delivering a viral TEDx talk, advocating against bullying, and inspiring millions to rethink beauty and self-worth.

Today, she stands as proof that you are not defined by cruelty — you are defined by how you rise above it. 💫