Jennifer Lawrence, the accomplished actress known for her roles in “The Hunger Games” series and an Academy Award winner, recently shared a distressing experience from her early days in the entertainment industry.

In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar U.K., Lawrence, now 23 years old, disclosed that she was once pressured to lose weight under the threat of being terminated from her job.

Recalling the troubling encounter, Lawrence revealed that she was criticized for her body size and shown scantily clad photos of herself as a means of motivation to adhere to a specific weight requirement.

The actress expressed her dismay over the incident, emphasizing that such actions had a lasting impact on her self-esteem.

Despite her immense success, including winning an Oscar for Best Actress for her role in “Silver Linings Playbook,” Lawrence admitted that the hurtful comments about her appearance still resonate with her.

She highlighted the misconception that achievements in her career would shield her from body shaming or hurtful remarks.

Refusing to tolerate such treatment again, Lawrence asserted her stance against societal pressures to conform to unrealistic beauty standards.

She affirmed her right to embrace her body as it is and vehemently rejects any notion of dieting imposed by others.

In a light-hearted manner, Lawrence shared an amusing anecdote about her on-set snack preferences, revealing her fondness for Cheez-Its and her playful banter with her bodyguard, Gilbert.

Prior to filming, she humorously demands the presence of the cheesy crackers, emphasizing the importance of having them readily available during breaks.

The actress’s resilience and unwavering self-acceptance serve as a powerful message to those facing similar challenges in an industry notorious for its scrutiny of appearances.

By openly addressing her past experiences with body image pressures, Lawrence advocates for body positivity and self-love in an environment where external judgments often prevail.

Harper’s Bazaar U.K.’s November edition, featuring Jennifer Lawrence on the cover, showcases the actress’s candid revelations and unapologetic stance against body sh