Model Demi Rose has hit back at vicious trolls who blasted her runway walk on Twitter .
The clip of Birmingham-born Demi walking the runway at an Oh Polly show went viral after people compared it unfavourably to the walk of catwalk legend Naomi Campbell.
Savage comments about her runway appearance in a gold cut-out swimsuit: "I love Demi Rose but girl no :( that’s the worst cat walk ever :( train this girl pls, all love here".
Another said: "demi rose is so beautiful but i dont think the catwalk is for her lol".
"Who allowed this to happen on their runway. Are runway coaches no longer a thing??????? Like the basics of the basics are not happening here, like she doesn’t bring her feet to center line at all? Maybe fake hips take away that range of motion idk", pondered a third.
"Poor girl...this had me in literal tears", added a fourth.
And after being mercilessly mocked on social media, the 24-year-old has revealed the heartbreaking reason she wasn't on top form that day.
Taking to her Twitter account, she wrote: "All jokes aside yes I’m not the best runway model.
"I was super nervous, didn’t want to do it, my top went missing backstage, my shoes were too big for me in height and size not to mention I was dealing with personal issues loosing my parents, my mom a month before."
Demi's father Barrie died in October last year, while her mother died in June this year.
She continued: "I wanted to push myself out of my comfort zone, make them and myself proud and that takes a lot of bravery, so for that I’m proud of myself because there’s a lot that wouldn’t have done it.
"But it’s done now. I can laugh too but I’m still here and it’s all Gucccci!"
Demi appeared to still have positive memories of the day, concluding: "In hindsight it was a really fun experience, showcasing my own collection which I was really proud of. I’m really grateful for all the opportunities I’ve got given. Thank you to those who support me!"
Her fans flocked to applaud her for her bravery and reassure her about the walk.
"Proud of you", wrote one.
"You looked beautiful Demi Rose x", gushed a second.
A third added: "Chin up! There will always be haters, no matter what you do in life. You handled it with grace and honesty!"
"Yes you pushed, up, and showcased very well! Be positive and keep going!", said a fourth.
Demi announced the death of her beloved mum with a heartbreaking Instagram post saying: "Heaven gained an angel today. R.I.P Mommy", alongside a broken heart emoji.
She then shared a touching photo of two birds outside her home, which she believed was her parents visiting her.
"Saw these two love birds on set today.
"I hoped they were Mom & Dad paying a visit."
After he father's death, she wrote a lovely tribute to him which said: “R.I.P Dad You were the best father I could’ve ever wished for.
“The most caring, supportive, knowledgeable and loving man I’ve ever known.
"God bless you and thank you for everything. Hope to see you one day in heaven again. 03.10.18.”
