Jess Wright Podcast Faces Backlash Over Thong Bikini Comments
The Jess Wright podcast has sparked controversy after comments made by the hosts regarding thong bikinis led to public apologies. Jess Wright, along with her mother Carol Wright and sister Natalya Wright, faced significant backlash from social media users who described their remarks as “degrading and disrespectful.”
In a recent episode, Jess revealed that her husband, Will Kemp, “hates” thong bikinis and finds them unattractive. Carol echoed similar sentiments, stating that her husband, Mark Wright Sr., considers thong bikinis “unsexy.” These comments ignited a wave of criticism online, prompting Jess to issue a public apology.
“In response to comments we made on our podcast. We’ve listened, we hear you and we want to say sorry,” Jess stated. She further acknowledged, “Our judgement was wrong and we take full accountability and will do better moving forward.” The podcast episode, which launched in November 2025, has since been scrutinized for its tone and content.
The backlash intensified when Dani Imbert, a fellow media personality, responded with a TikTok video wearing a thong bikini, highlighting the perceived hypocrisy of the Wright sisters’ comments. Critics pointed out Jess’s own past use of thong bikinis, questioning the validity of her statements.
Despite the controversy, the clip discussing thong bikinis was deleted from Instagram but continued to circulate on TikTok, further fueling the discussion. Observers noted that the Wright family, known for their appearances on The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE), has often been in the public eye, making their comments all the more scrutinized.
Jess Wright, aged 40, rose to fame on TOWIE from 2010 to 2016 and married Will Kemp in 2021. They welcomed their son, Presley, in 2022. Carol Wright, 65, and Natalya Wright, 25, are also prominent figures in the entertainment industry, with their family dynamics often featured in their podcast.
As the conversation around body image and fashion continues to evolve, the Wright sisters’ comments have sparked a broader dialogue about societal standards and personal choices. Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further actions or statements from the podcast hosts following the backlash.
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