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Towie star Charlie King discusses body dysmorphia battle in parliament

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Towie star Charlie King discusses body dysmorphia and sexuality in parliament

Former The Only Way is Essex star Charlie King has spoken candidly about his struggles with body dismorphia and coming to terms with his sexuality in parliament.

King appeared at the Health and Social Care Committee meeting on Tuesday (17 May) to give evidence on his experience of cosmetic procedures and the body image pressures of working in the fitness industry.

The TV star described to the committee how he believed his body dysmorphia started, and the impact of cosmetic surgery.

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