Gymnast Gabby Douglas says Twitter abuse has been 'really hurtful' Olympic gymnast Gabby Douglas has faced a social media backlash recently over not placing her hand on her heart during national anthem.

Gabby Douglas receives online love from Leslie Jones, Kerry Washington, more Twitter is coming to Gabby Douglas’ defense after the Olympic gymnast was the target of online bullying throughout the 2016 Olympics.

Gabby Douglas Defends Herself Against the Wrath of Social Media The Olympic gymnast has been criticized for everything from her hair to not placing her hand on her heart during the national anthem.

Gymnastics: Bullies are tormenting Douglas, says mother Bullies are ruining U.S. gymnast Gabby Douglas's Olympic adventure by attacking her appearance, accusing her of being unpatriotic, and by mocking her with a mean-spirited nickname, "Crabby Gabby", on social media, her mother told Reuters.

Gabby Douglas' Mom Says Gymnast Is 'Heartbroken' Over Social Media Bullying The 20-year-old gymnast hasn't been having the best time at the Rio Games

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Four years after Olympic gold, Gabby Douglas’s reality remains riveting As gymnast aims for Rio, she and her family are subject of television program.

Olympic Gymnast Gabby Douglas on Going After Your Dreams and Beauty Product Faves The Rio Olympic Games are just a few short months away, so we were thrilled when we got the chance to sit down with Gabby Douglas.