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Nelly Furtado Had Enough: Quits Performing After Fans Cross Every Line

In an October 2025 Instagram post, Furtado announced her decision to step away from performing to focus on "other creative and personal endeavors." She emphasized that she would "identify as a songwriter forever," signaling her intent to keep creating music.

This announcement came after a surge of intense body-shaming on social media, which escalated following her return to the spotlight in 2024 after a seven-year break. Online critics targeted her figure and stage outfits with harsh comments. Throughout 2025, Furtado publicly addressed the issue of body-shaming multiple times.
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