Gabby Douglas Finally Responds To Criticism; "It' Doesn't Really Feel Good"

Gabby Douglas was the shining star of the London 2012 Olympics for Women's Gymnastics. In Rio however, Douglas has been roundly criticized for her performance. Many on the internet found this image particularly telling...

People on line have accused Douglas of being "unpatriotic" for not putting her hand over her heart during the National Anthem

This is not the first time Douglas has fallen victim to abuse online. Even in London people on twitter were attacking her because of her hair...

On Sunday Gabby Douglas finally addressed the online criticism saying; "When they talk about my hair or me not putting my hand on my heart of me being very salty in the stands, they're really criticizing me,it doesn't really feel good. It was a little bit hurtful."

The good news is Twitter has been rallying around Douglas in the wake of all of this online bullying. Leslie Jones, who's no stranger to Twitter trolls, called for a bunch of love to be sent to Douglas who's a world class gymnast. We love you Gabby!

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