Former Eastenders Star Speaks Out About “Tiny Waists” Of Disney Princesses

Former Eastenders star Tamzin Outhwaite has criticised movie giant Disney, saying that Disney princesses set an unrealistic example for young girls. In an interview with Radio Times, the actress said: "Look at all those Disney princesses with big heads and tiny waists, all waiting to be rescued from their lives by men. That’s not the kind of role model I want for my girls". The actress, who played Melanie Owens in Eastenders from 1998 to 2002 also said: "I know actors who actually say 'eating is cheating', and it worries me. Tamzin gave her opinion on Disney princesses "I don't understand why you need to be skinny to play any character, unless it specifically says in the script that she's a model or dying of consumption. “I’m too old to play a model. So I’ve stopped worrying about it, which makes me feel much freer. But it’s weird that we’re living in an age where most women, especially those in the public eye, are on a continuous diet" added Tamzin. The 43-year-old who has two daughters, Florence (5) and Marnie (1) with ex-husband Tom Ellis, is currently starring in BBC1 drama New Tricks.