Chloe Pink, partner of an AFL player, responds harshly to disrespectful online comments about her physical appearance, following a previous attempt to disrupt her wedding.

Chloe Pink, AFL WAG, Stands Against Online Harassment

Chloe Pink, the significant other of North Melbourne star Toby, isn't backing down from online bullies. In March, Pink faced a barrage of cruel comments about her appearance following social media posts from her wedding day.

Taking a powerful stance against body-shaming, Pink called out the haters, finding support from thousands of people. Last week, Pink was targeted again after sharing a heartwarming video with Toby, the Kangaroos defender.

Most comments were respectful, but a few trolls couldn't resist posting vile remarks. Pink promptly shut them down, urging them to keep their thoughts to themselves.

One user quipped, "Respect to him but I don't understand how an AFL player dates someone so out of shape. Surely that would kill him being so different to his partner. Quite sad." Pink's response? "Not all peoples body shapes reflect their lifestyles, buddy, so keep your thoughts to yourself!"

Pink didn't just address the rude commenter directly; she also created a separate video in response, lip-syncing, "What an odd thing to say." The support for Pink poured in, with comments such as, "What a lucky fella he is to have you Chloe. You keep being wonderful beautiful you," and "They are just jealous that you got a AFL player and they didn't."

Pink has spoken out about the impact the initial abuse had on her. "I didn't think they'd be so horrible," she informed News Corp. "It is easier said than done to ignore them. It is just a natural thing to read something about yourself." Despite her partner's support, the comments were so vile they had to be deleted, and comments were eventually turned off completely.

Pink believes the best way to combat this behavior is for men to step up and speak out. "I was having a conversation with my husband, and he said, "It's up to us men to call it out". It's not going to stop," she told Will & Woody on KIIS FM.

With more men standing up against online harassment, Pink hopes to create a more supportive and respectful environment for WAGs and everyone involved in the AFL.

Moving Forward: Why Men Need to Step Up

While the Australian Football League (AFL) doesn't have specific initiatives to combat body-shaming and online harassment towards WAGs, there are steps that could be taken. Here are some strategies that might help:

Education Programs: Implementing education programs for players, staff, and fans can increase awareness about the harmful effects of body-shaming and online harassment.
Strict Social Media Policies: Developing and enforcing strict social media policies can prevent and address online harassment.
Support Mechanisms: Providing support mechanisms for WAGs, like counseling services or online safety resources, can help them cope with harassment.
Community Engagement: Players can engage in community events and workshops focused on mental health and respect to create a positive environment for everyone involved with the sport.
Personal Empowerment: Players can empower their partners by standing in solidarity against harassment, promoting a culture of respect and support.
Industry-Wide Collaboration: Collaborating with other leagues, media outlets, and advocating for stronger laws and policies can help fight online harassment on a larger scale.

By taking action, we can create a safer, more supportive environment for all WAGs and athletes involved in the AFL.

Chloe Pink, an AFL WAG, continues her battle against online harassment, urging men to step up and speak out.
After facing body-shaming comments on social media, Pink emphasized the need for education programs to increase awareness about the harmful effects of such behavior.
The AFL could also develop and enforce strict social media policies to prevent and address online harassment towards WAGs.
Providing support mechanisms, such as counseling services or online safety resources, for WAGs could help them cope with the impact of online harassment.
By engaging in community events and workshops focused on mental health and respect, players can help create a positive environment for everyone in the AFL.
Collaborating with other leagues, media outlets, and advocating for stronger laws and policies can help the industry fight online harassment on a larger scale, ensuring a safer and more supportive environment for all WAGs and athletes.