's fans are up in arms after she labeled her followers as is known for her candidness and never shying away from speaking her mind. In the past, has openly discussed being ex-communicated by The Vatican following accusations of blasphemy and profanity due to her on-stage performances which included a self-"crucifixion". However, a 1991 interview that recently resurfaced on social media has left fans utterly shocked by Madonna's remarks, which some have labeled as "fatphobic".
During the interview, Madonna expressed her joy of living in Los Angeles where she could enjoy privacy while dining out with friends or visiting a bar. Yet, she continued to say that while she appreciates people approaching her to tell her she's "great", she detests it when "obsessive fanatics" approach her. Speaking to The Washington Post, she said: "It's the obsessive fanatics whose attention seems very hostile, it's beyond admiration, it's very creepy.
" Madonna further added: "It's always fat people too. They are the most unattractive social outcasts, like really overweight girls or guys with lots of acne that follow me around and pester me. It's frightening because not only are they bothering me, but they're horrible to look at too.
" The internet went ablaze with the recently circulated interview, now having racked up over 500,000 views on what was once Twitter, putting Madonna back under the spotlight without an official response from her. But fans are fiercely taking sides. One shocked fan admitted.