They rose to fame side-by-side on Geordie Shore, but Charlotte Crosby and Vicky Pattison later fell out after they launched rival weight-loss DVDs and they have exchanged insults over the years
But since Vicky was recently fat-shamed for looking dramatically different in paparazzi pictures to the shots she posts on Instagram, Charlotte, 28, says she now feels sympathy for her former nemesis.
Charlotte tells Closer, “I know how it feels for Vicky. I’ve been papped on the beach looking awful when I was bigger years ago. It isn’t nice to sit there feeling worried about how you look on the beach, so I feel sorry for her.
"I know I’m not perfect, but I’ve never pretended to be. I don’t try to pretend I’m someone I’m not. Always trying to pretend you’re perfect can have a really negative effect.”
CHECK OUT classic Geordie Shore cast - then and now
GEORDIE SHORE CAST THEN AND NOW SLIDER
1 of 30Charlotte Crosby in 2011
Charlotte Crosby takes to the red carpet before appearing in the first ever series of MTV'S Geordie Shore.
2 of 30Charlotte Crosby now - aged 27
Charlotte's had a massive transformation over the years, and has been smashing it in her career since her Geordie days. She's recently hosted her own TV show 'Just Tattoo Of Us', released her own book and fitness DVD, and has her own clothing range!
3 of 30Holly Hagan in 2011
Before her Geordie Shore debut, Holly Hagan looked like this.
4 of 30Holly Hagan now
Now, it would seem that Holly's taken some inspo from Kim K, as her look has drastically changed.
5 of 30Greg Lake in 2011
Greg appeared in Geordie Shore from the very beginning, but didn't make it past series 1. Oops.
6 of 30Greg Lake now
Greg is now married to Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe, with whom he has a baby together. Awww.
7 of 30Gaz Beadle in 2011
Here's Gaz before embarking on his long-running career on Geordie Shore.
8 of 30Gary Beadle now - aged 29
In terms of poses not much has changed - he still loves a good selfie and photoshoot. But believe it or not, this Geordie hunk has left the dating scene behind, because he's loved up with girlfriend Emma McVey. They even recently had their first child together!
9 of 30James Tindale in 2011
James's debut on Geordie Shore saw him spend 90% of his time at the gym and the remaining 10% flexing his muscles in the mirror.
10 of 30James Tindale now
Looks like he stuck at it!
11 of 30Jay Gardner in 2011
'The dad of the Geordie group' Jay was the oldest member of the show. Who could forget those iconic brows...
12 of 30Jay Gardner now
And years later, his brows are still on fleek.
13 of 30Vicky Pattison in 2011
Fiesty Vicky has had quite the transformation over the years...
14 of 30Vicky Pattison now
But she's since dropped her wild child days and is now engaged to fiancé John Noble.
15 of 30Sophie Kasaei in 2011
Sophie joined the Geordie Shore show in series 1, but was axed for her bad behaviour 2 years later. Naughty.She later returned to the show in 2016 with a slightly newer cast!
16 of 30Sophie Kasaei now
She's since glowed upppppppp.
17 of 30Ricci Guarnaccio in 2011
Ricci joined the show in series 2, and had a rollercoaster of a relationship with Vicki Pattison.
18 of 30Ricci Guarnaccio now - aged 31
It would seem that since leaving the show he's decided to embark on a new journey....of growing a beard.
19 of 30Rebecca Walker in 2012
Rebecca also joined the show in series 2, and was known for her bust-ups, dramas and fallouts.
20 of 30Rebecca Walker now
Now, she's ditched the party days and has recently become a mum. Say WHAT?!
21 of 30Daniel Thomas
Dan joined Geordie Shore the fourth series and left at the end of series 5.
22 of 30Daniel Thomas now
He doesn't look all that different now, but he's certainly been enjoying life (and the gym).
23 of 30Scott Timlin 2013
Life and soul of the party Scotty T joined the show in series 4.
24 of 30Scotty T now
And WHAT a career this Geordie has had. From winning Celebrity Big Brother to landing a cameo appearance in Neighbours to even having a girlfriend (well, for a bit), he's definitely seen success in the media industry.
25 of 30Marnie Simspon 2014
Marnie was one of the last cast mates to join Geordie Shore - entering the house in series 7. Back then, she described herself a "natural beauty".
26 of 30Marnie Simpson now - aged 25
Marnie had several cosmetic procedures done since being on the show, including a nose job, lip fillers and a boob job. She has also just moved in with boyfriend Casey Johnson after meeting on MTV dating show 'Single AF'.
27 of 30Aaron Chalmers then
Tatted-up Aaron Chalmers joined in the eighth series and had an infamous on-off relationship with Marnie. It was SO juicy to watch.
28 of 30Aaron Chalmers now
Aaron has recently quit Geordie Shore to focus on his career as an MMA fighter, along with his spending more time on his relationship.
29 of 30Kyle Christie then
How young does Kyle look?! We barely even recognised this Geordie Shore star.
30 of 30Kyle Christie now
Well HELLO there Kyle. Talk about a transformation people.
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Charlotte and Vicky – who both dated former Ex On The Beach star Stephen Bear – reportedly began their feud after Vicky, 31, accused Charlotte of copying her career, previously saying, “You’d have to be blind not to notice that Charlotte is emulating parts of my career. She’s done a fitness DVD like me and gone on Ex On The Beach like I did last year.”
And last year, fans claimed Vicky had made an apparent dig at Charlotte’s fitness DVD, titled Three Minute Belly Blitz, saying, “You can’t lose 3st in three minutes.”
Charlotte hit back by retorting, “Well she had an exercise DVD that said 7 Days Slim. You definitely can’t have a slim body after seven days. I am sure Vicky just got confused.”
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Charlotte’s more tight-lipped when it comes to plastic surgery. While she’s famed for her love of cosmetic enhancements – and has had a nose job, breast implants, lip fillers and anti-wrinkle treatments – Charlotte refuses to talk about the work she’s had done. However, she reveals she has “no plans for any more at the minute” – adding, “Whatever people say about the way I look, I don’t really care.”
The reality star slimmed down from a size 16 to a size eight in 2014 after discovering healthy eating and exercise, and admits her weight fluctuates, but she’s the happiest in her body that she’s ever been.
She says, “I’m content. Christmas was obviously Christmas – it’s delicious food, cosy evenings, treats and comforts. But I don’t put pressure on myself these days. I’m back into my healthy eating and exercise routine now and I feel great. My weight will always fluctuate – no one can stay at a constant size all the time, it’s impossible. But I feel happy and healthy.”
Charlotte also credits her relationship with Joshua Ritchie, whom she’s been dating for over a year, with making her feel fulfilled.
She says, “In the past, I’ve just gone for the wrong person and I’ve been broken down by them. I didn’t think people like Josh existed. I didn’t think a boy could be loyal!”
Read even more in this week's Closer - out now.