Off Campus actor Antonio Cipriano's girlfriend, Justine Verheul, has shut down viewers who body-shamed him online. The dancer and performer defended her boyfriend after a fan commented that he should 'bulk up' for season two of the Prime Video series.
In a now-deleted comment on one of Verheul's Instagram posts, a viewer wrote: 'I'm saying this with love but please tell Antonio to bulk up and eat everything he can before filming starts for season two. There's a viral tweet over his gaunt face and how much weight he's lost.' They added: 'I fear he's going to have a lot of hate in season 2 if he doesn't gain weight. Logan is supposed to be BIG.'
Verheul responded directly: 'Maybe let's not comment on people's weight. All love though.' Later, she posted on her Instagram stories: 'Taking a much needed social media break.'
Who Is Justine Verheul?
Justine Verheul is a former ballet dancer who has performed in multiple theatre productions on and off Broadway. She has been dating Antonio Cipriano since 2023, and the couple often appears on each other's social media. Antonio has even written original songs about her.
Background on Antonio Cipriano's Role
Antonio Cipriano plays John Logan in Off Campus, a beloved football player and best friend of Garrett Graham. The second season is expected to focus on Logan's romance with Grace Ivers, played by India Fowler. Despite his popularity, Cipriano has faced online trolling about his body type.
Fans have since rallied behind Verheul's stance, urging others to avoid body-shaming comments. The incident highlights ongoing discussions about body image and respect for actors in the entertainment industry.
