My girlfriend has dwarfism & I’m 6ft 2 – cruel trolls say I look like her dad & claim our relationship is a ‘freak show’
A COUPLE have hit back at mean trolls who say they look like father and daughter all because of their height difference.
Samantha is just 4ft while Micheal is 6ft2 and the pair get a let of attention when out in public because of it.
The pair have been together for seven years and even have a baby boy together, but strangers assume Micheal is her dad because of Samantha’s dwarfism.
She told Love Don’t Judge: “People say our relationship is a freak show.”
“We get trolled for our height difference all of the time,” she added.
Samantha added that she often needs help to reach things and when Micheal isn’t around needs stools all over so she can get on with her day as normal.
In public, the couple are often stopped and stared at – with some so brass they even take photos of the pair.
Micheal revealed he’s also trolled online with meanies saying he’s not attractive enough for Samantha.
But the pair say that the nasty comments have just brought them closer together.
He added: “I try not to pay attention to any of that stuff. I’m a lover not a fighter. I feel like the hate has definitely made us stronger as a couple.”
Not only are strangers wary of their relationship, Samantha’s family have been too.
She revealed: “My mum she’s a little bit more on the stern type. So she was just saying you know make sure that he’s not just using you or just wants to be with you because you’re a little person.”
But the couple have proved everyone wrong, now set to get married the pair also started their family with baby Micheal Angelo.
The YouTube video went viral with over 29k views and people were quick to share their thoughts in the comments.
One person wrote: “I’m jealous, she’s beautiful! Keep doing you, bro!”
What is dwarfism?
Dwarfism is a medical condition characterised by short stature, typically resulting from genetic or medical causes. Here are some key facts about dwarfism:
- Definition: Dwarfism is generally defined as an adult height of 4 feet 10 inches (147 centimeters) or shorter. The condition can vary significantly in terms of severity and physical characteristics.
- Causes: There are over 300 different conditions that can cause dwarfism. The most common cause is achondroplasia, a genetic disorder affecting bone growth. Other causes include growth hormone deficiencies, Turner syndrome, and skeletal dysplasias.
- Genetics: Many forms of dwarfism are genetic and can be inherited in an autosomal dominant or recessive manner. Achondroplasia, for example, is usually caused by a mutation in the FGFR3 gene and is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern.
- Terminology: The term “dwarf” is considered acceptable in medical contexts, but “little person” or “person of short stature” is often preferred in social contexts. It is important to use respectful and person-first language.
Another commented: “She literally looks like a very short grown woman. She does not look like a child.”
“No, don’t matter how you find love as long as they love each other no matter what other people think,” penned a third.
Meanwhile a fourth said: “You’re beautiful your son is beautiful your husband is also gorgeous! Live your life girl! Forget everyone else! You’re blessed! A lot of folks hating are single.”
“This is beautiful,” claimed a fifth.