"Most people hate themselves" - Gabby Thomas, Yohan Blake & others extend support to Junelle Bromfield as she opens up on facing cyber bullying

Two-time Olympian and World Championships silver-medalist, Junelle Bromfield recently opened up about her experiences on the internet with bullying and colorism. As she shared her story, many of the biggest stars of track and field were quick to extend their support to the Jamaican.

Bromfield has represented Jamaica on the international stage for over a decade now, bringing home medals from multiple major championships, including a bronze at the 2020 Olympics and a silver at the 2022 World Championships.

However, the sprinter has recently faced intense scrutiny from fans over her relationship with World and Olympic champion Noah Lyles.

Junelle Bromfield opened up about how the attention has brought colorist attacks on the internet, posting screenshots of hateful comments on her Instagram alongside the caption,

“I grew up hearing black is not beautiful. Your hair is dry, your mouth is too big, your forehead too high and when you throw all those insults behind you and start walking with confidence the best compliment you get is your pretty for a black girl."

She added:

" I honestly thought we were past colorism in Jamaica, especially as a nation that is filled with black people. I have been getting cyber bullied for weeks and when it gets talked about I'm a liar because no Jamaican was coming for my features.”

She concluded:

“I could go off ranting but I'm just here to tell all the girls/ women on my profile that you're beautiful no matter your shade, shape or size and for the little black girls - don't wait on anybody to tell you that you're beautiful to believe it.”

After Bromfield shared her story, many athletes showed their support for her, with the second-fastest man in history, Yohan Blake, writing:

“You are beautiful just the way you are. Let them talk! Most people hate themselves that's why it's so easy for them to show hate. Don't get caught up in what they have to say about you. Stay focused!”

Three-time Olympic gold-medalist Gabby Thomas expressed her love for Junelle Bromfield, writing:

“Thank you for using your platform to share this- WE know you are one of the most beautiful ladies on the track, but what's even more important is how much you shine as a person and how you light up a room. We love you.”

2024 long jump Olympic Champion Tara Davis-Woodhall joined the conversation to say:

“F*CK THEM! THEY WISH THEY COULD BE YOU”

Junelle Bromfield's boyfriend Noah Lyles pens heartfelt note for the runner

After Junelle Bromfield received support from various track and field athletes as she opened up about the hate she has been facing, her boyfriend, Noah Lyles was quick to chime in with a thoughtful note of his own.

In the comments section of Bromfield's post, Lyles wrote,

“Baby you are and will always be an inspiration to all little girls feeling this exact way. I can't wait for the day that you tell your story in full because every girl that has felt what you are going through will know how amazing they can be and go on to do amazing things!”

This isn't the first time Lyles has publicly shown up for his girlfriend as she deals with hate on the internet stemming from their relationship.

A handful of days ago, the 100m Olympic champion had shared a lengthy post on his own Instagram, calling out the critics and showing support for Junelle Bromfield.