Photo: Tom Daley
Olympic diver and LGBTQ+ advocate Tom Daley is revealing a lifelong battle with body image, a struggle he’s candidly explored since the start of his career.
In his new documentary, 1.6 Seconds, Daley exposes how the relentless pursuit of perfection, amplified by social media’s filters and “thirst traps,” sets an impossibly high bar, particularly for queer individuals and gay men.
Daley shares how public praise for his physique became a trap, turning his body into a battleground for self-worth. 1.6 Seconds also delves into deeply personal experiences, including childhood bullying, the loss of his father, and his public coming out.
Daley’s courage in addressing body image, bullying, and queer visibility solidifies his vital role in a culture that often celebrates idealized bodies but shies away from honest conversations about dysmorphia.
His voice is a refreshing and necessary one, reminding us that sometimes the bravest leap is into vulnerability and truth.
Tom Daley’s 1.6 Seconds premieres June 1 on Discovery+.
