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Trolls Target Diletta Leotta’s Outfit
Life in the spotlight comes with perks—and plenty of unsolicited opinions. Diletta Leotta, wife of former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius, found herself under fire after sharing photos from her daughter’s second birthday party. The glamorous television host was criticized for wearing a sheer dress, with some Instagram users questioning if it was “appropriate” for the occasion.
One commenter wrote, “Perfect look for a baby girl birthday,” while another added, “But why dress like that for a birthday? Y’all are embarrassing.”
A Fierce Response
Rather than staying silent, Leotta hit back with poise and perspective. Speaking to La Gazzetta dello Sport, she explained:
“It’s clear that image is part of our job, especially for those in television, but if you turn out to be a container without substance, you won’t get very far. A nice dress is a pleasure to wear; being well-groomed and pleasant to look at is also a matter of respect for the viewer.”
Her message was clear—style and substance can go hand in hand, and online negativity won’t derail her confidence.
Choosing Inspiration Over Negativity
Leotta also opened up about her upbringing, crediting her family for shaping her positive outlook. She reflected:
“Envy isn’t a concept I’m familiar with… I deeply love and appreciate women and men who achieve their goals; I think they can only be a source of inspiration.”
In a world where social media backlash often spirals into toxicity, Leotta’s graceful response feels refreshing.
Karius’ Journey in the Spotlight
Of course, being married to Loris Karius—a player whose career has been scrutinized ever since his infamous Champions League final mistakes with Liverpool—only adds to the spotlight. After leaving the Reds in 2022, Karius has rebuilt his career in Germany, now with Schalke, while Leotta continues to thrive in broadcasting with over 9 million Instagram followers.
Together, they’ve learned that fame brings both applause and criticism. But as Leotta has proven, she’s not one to be shaken by trolls.