Kaylah Walton
Paige Spiranac is well-versed in responding to online trolls and often steps in to support other women against social media negativity. Recently, she jumped to the defense of actress Sydney Sweeney after a hater targeted her online.
As a prominent sports figure on social media, Spiranac has amassed a significant following: nearly four million on Instagram, 1.6 million on TikTok, and 360,000 YouTube subscribers.
Her content, which often features golf tips presented in stylish outfits, resonates with a diverse audience. While her popularity is impressive, it also attracts its share of detractors. Recently, she defended Sweeney from a trolling attack.
A Quick Online Skirmish
A user named Nuclear Caudillo on X (formerly Twitter) posted several bikini photos of Sydney Sweeney, captioning it with, “All women are catfishes. The question is to what degree.” The term “catfish” refers to individuals who construct false identities online to deceive others.
Spiranac wasted no time defending the “Madame Web” star, asserting, “Sydney Sweeney is hot and her body looks good here.” The actress appears confident in her photos, and many viewers were puzzled by the troll’s comments, suspecting they might relate to her body image.
The influencer’s reply received swift support, racking up 380 responses, five thousand likes, and 275,000 views in a short period of time.
Reactions from Online Users
Initial responses to Spiranac’s post included one follower asking, “Please God, tell me you don’t encounter that kind of insane scrutiny,” to which she chuckled, replying, “Oh, I definitely do, lol.” Supporters echoed her stance with comments like “You’re right, Paige!!!” and “So, we all agree then.”
Conversely, the original post sparked considerable backlash, yet the troll continued to respond sarcastically and cynically, reveling in the attention. The general sentiment online suggests it’s wise not to engage with trolls.
