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Jennifer Lawrence Speaks Out on Joining Instagram and Warns Toxic Fans: ‘If Anyone Says Anything Negative I Will Quit Immediately’

Jennifer Lawrence has officially joined Instagram, earning nearly 1 million followers in less than 24 hours. But the Oscar winner is issuing a warning to toxic social media users: She will quit Instagram if people start being mean. “So yeah, I am giving it a shot and if anyone says anything negative I will quit […]

Jennifer Lawrence Speaks Out on Joining Instagram and Warns Toxic Fans: ‘If Anyone Says Anything Negative I Will Quit Immediately’

Jennifer Lawrence joined Instagram, but she has issued a warning. The star, who has been a prominent movie figure for over a decade, has maintained a limited presence on social media until now. Lawrence created her account under the @jlaw tag, filling the void left by the already taken @jenniferlawrence. On her first post, she explained her decision but also warned her followers that if any negative comments were made, she would immediately quit, without any questions.

In her initial video message, Lawrence stated, "I am giving it a shot and if anyone says anything negative I will quit immediately, no questions asked." Following her post, she shared her first Instagram Story, which read: "If anyone says anything negative, I will quit. Immediately. If anyone thinks something mean, I’ll know. And I’ll quit."

This message was accompanied by a caption emphasizing the importance of kindness and positivity, stating, "Please be mindful that any mean or aggressive comments can negatively affect the baby. It’s… me. I’m the baby."

Despite only being active for 24 hours, Lawrence's new Instagram account has already garnered 1.5 million followers. Currently, she is following only 46 accounts, which include her husband, filmmakers, and former co-stars like Josh Hutcherson, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Martin Scorsese. Lawrence has never had social media handles in the past and has been vocal about her dislike for her interviews going viral during press tours.

In a recent conversation with The New Yorker, she expressed her dislike for her early viral interviews, saying, "So hyper. So embarrassing." She added, "It was a defense mechanism, to just be, like, 'I'm not like that! I poop my pants every day!'"

This recent Instagram move highlights Lawrence's commitment to maintaining a positive image and reputation, particularly in the face of potential negativity. By warning her followers and setting an example of responsible social media behavior, Lawrence aims to create an environment where her fans can enjoy her content without causing harm to herself or her unborn child.

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