Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 16, 2025 · Entertainment

Lana Del Rey's Battle with Body-Shaming: The Truth Behind the Feud with Ethel Cain

Lana Del Rey has been swept up in a body-shaming scandal with another singer. (Pictured in 2022)

Lana Del Rey and Ethel Cain Embroiled in Scandalous Body-Shaming Feud

The music industry has been left reeling as two of its biggest stars, Lana Del Rey and Ethel Cain, engage in a heated body-shaming scandal that's left fans and critics alike scratching their heads. The drama began when Lana, 40, took to Instagram to accuse the 27-year-old rising star of targeting her with graphic side-by-side comparisons between her weight gain during the pandemic and cartoon characters.

But what really sets this story apart is the unexpected twist: Lana, who was once known for her slender figure, has been praised by fans and critics alike for her jaw-dropping weight loss over the past year. However, instead of basking in the glory of her new physique, she's chosen to throw shade at Ethel, claiming that the younger singer had been body-shaming her behind closed doors.

Despite being in the best shape of her life, Lana shockingly accused transgender singer-songwriter Ethel Cain, 27, of body-shaming her

The drama began when Lana shared a since-deleted Instagram comment, where she alleged that Ethel would often post disturbing side-by-side images comparing her weight gain to cartoon characters. "I was confused at what she was getting at," Lana wrote. "Then when I heard what she was saying behind closed doors from mutual friends and started inserting herself into my personal life, I was definitely disturbed."

But fans aren't buying it. While some have come out in support of Lana, claiming that Ethel's actions were indeed body-shaming, others are defending the younger singer, arguing that there's no concrete evidence to back up Lana's claims.

"I wish I could find any evidence of body shaming," one fan commented on social media. "Lana stans please send them because... I'm not seeing it."

Lana, who was known for her slender figure when she burst onto the music scene in 2011, gained weight during the Covid pandemic

Another added, "I mean there's no other evidence of Ethel body shaming Lana so people can't say either way." This sentiment is echoed by many fans who are confused about why Lana would choose to take this public route.

But what's really fueling the fire here is the fact that both singers have been on a rollercoaster ride of weight gain and loss over the years. Lana, known for her iconic songs like "Video Games" and "Summertime Sadness," has been open about her struggles with body image during the pandemic. She was often spotted running errands in sweatpants and oversized T-shirts, leading many to speculate that she had gained a significant amount of weight.

However, her recent return to the stage at Coachella last year showcased a svelte and toned physique that left fans and critics alike stunned. And while some have speculated that she may have used Ozempic to achieve this look, others believe that it's all thanks to hard work in the gym with her trainer Kirk Myers.

She was often pictured at the time running out to get fast food during the pandemic

But what about Ethel Cain? The 27-year-old singer-songwriter has been making waves in the industry with her indie-pop sound and unapologetic lyrics. Her debut album "Preacher's Daughter" was a critical hit, reaching No. 10 on the Billboard 200 chart and cementing her status as one of the most exciting new voices in music.

So what sparked this feud? While neither singer has publicly commented on the issue, insiders claim that it all began with a series of subtle jabs traded between the two stars over the years. "It's been going on for years," said a source close to Lana. "Ethel would make snide comments about Lana's weight gain during the pandemic, and Lana would shoot back with her own insults."

The fallout has left both singers reeling, with Ethel taking to Instagram to announce that she'd been blocked by Lana herself. But what really sets this story apart is the question on everyone's mind: who's telling the truth?

The songstress showed off her curves while celebrating her birthday during the pandemic

As fans continue to weigh in on social media, one thing is clear: this body-shaming scandal has left a stain on both singers' reputations. Will they be able to bounce back from this drama, or will it haunt them for years to come? Only time will tell.

Lana Del Rey's Weight Loss Secret Revealed?

Meanwhile, fans are still trying to get their heads around Lana's dramatic weight loss over the past year. While some have speculated that she may have used Ozempic, others believe that her transformation is all thanks to hard work in the gym with her trainer Kirk Myers.

While some fans have speculated that she may have used Ozempic to achieve her trim look, others believe that her figure is down to hard work in the gym

But what really caught our attention was a viral TikTok video featuring chiropractor Dr. Daniel Psaltis, who claimed that Lana's weight loss was entirely natural. "Look at those quads," he said. "That is not Ozempic, folks... That's good old-fashioned hard work in the gym."

Lana's rival Ethel Cain, on the other hand, has been busy working on her sophomore album "Willoughby Tucker, I'll Always Love You", which was released earlier this year to critical acclaim.

As for Lana, she's been keeping busy with a sold-out stadium tour of the UK and is set to release her tenth studio album - although its title is still shrouded in mystery. The album was originally going to be a country-inspired record called "Lasso", but Lana scrapped that idea and changed the title to "The Right Person Will Stay". And now, it seems, she's gone back on that too.

One thing's for sure: this body-shaming scandal has left both singers with a lot to answer for. But will they be able to bounce back from this drama, or will it haunt them for years to come? Only time will tell.