Heather Tom addresses hurtful online comments

Crossing the line.

“The Bold and the Beautiful’s” Heather Tom made some emotional posts on Twitter earlier this week after hateful sentiments posted about her character Katie Logan went too far. It all began with a poll asking voters their least favorite character on the soap. Tom, who has also worked as a director at B&B, read the results and accompanying posts about Katie and reacted to comments that not only hurt, but which, she pointed out, went beyond disliking her character and became personal.

Ur hate 4 my character really hurts me-I get that U don't like Katie-that's fine ur entitled to ur opinion,but ur comments are so personal.

— Heather Tom (@BBheathertom) September 12, 2016

why would you want me to lose my job?That's how I support my son-do U just want me 2 feel bad?

— Heather Tom (@BBheathertom) September 12, 2016

Sorry for the sob show-feeling a little emotional this morning-just don't know why things have 2 B so mean spirited-makes me not want 2post

— Heather Tom (@BBheathertom) September 12, 2016

People should remember that we read these things and I for one take my work really personally- you don't have to like it but #wordsCanHurt

— Heather Tom (@BBheathertom) September 12, 2016

Fans of “B&B,” Heather Tom, and her character Katie were quick to respond with positive tweets of support, which helped the actress to feel better:

Ok now I'm sitting here bawling because of all the sweet things you all are saying-thank you! It's really made me feel better! #wordsCanHeal

— Heather Tom (@BBheathertom) September 12, 2016

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Soaps.com supports Heather Tom, and joins her in asking fans on social media to please post responsibly and respectfully.

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