Former Hear'Say star Myleene Klass has publicly confronted a disturbing wave of online abuse, revealing that she is being targeted by hateful messages from social media users she describes as people's "grannies". The 47-year-old musician and model shared a screenshot of one particularly vile direct message sent to her.
‘I hope you get cancer’: The shocking abuse revealed
Klass posted the explicit screenshot on her social media, which contained a message stating: "I hope you get cancer and die young or Alzheimer's." Tagging the user responsible, the mum-of-three expressed her bewilderment at the source of such vitriol. Writing over the image, she said: "Seriously, why do I keep getting trolled by people's grannies atm? Keep your nanas off social media!"
The classically trained performer, who was awarded an MBE in the 2025 New Year Honours by King Charles for her advocacy in women's health and miscarriage awareness, is no stranger to calling out online hate. However, this recent incident highlights the particularly personal and cruel nature of abuse that can fester in private message inboxes.
Fans rally in defence and a history of advocacy
Followers were quick to condemn the troll and support Klass. One fan responded directly to the abusive account, writing: "What is wrong with you... You need to apologise to her and I strongly suggest you delete all social media and get some professional help." Another urged the individual to engage in self-reflection and a good deed to redeem themselves.
This is not the first time Klass has used her platform to challenge critics and normalise important issues. She previously rallied mothers to support public breastfeeding, sharing photos of herself feeding her son, Apollo, now five. In a powerful post, she defended a mother's right to choose, stating: "My body, my baby, my choice." She detailed the physical challenges of breastfeeding—from mastitis to cracked nipples—arguing that mothers deserve support, not critique.
A life in the spotlight and a plea for kindness
Myleene Klass, who shares teenage daughters Ava and Hero with ex-partner Graham Quinn and son Apollo with PR expert Simon Motso, has built a multifaceted career in music, television, and advocacy. Her decision to expose this abuse underscores the persistent problem of online trolling faced by public figures.
By sharing these private messages, Klass shifts the spotlight from silent suffering to public accountability. Her call to "keep your nanas off social media" is a stark, albeit tongue-in-cheek, reminder that abusive behaviour online has real-world consequences and is unacceptable regardless of the perpetrator's age. The incident sparks a broader conversation about decency, mental health, and the culture of hate that can thrive on social platforms.
