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A MODEL has shared how a saucy selfie at a BBQ turned into a tense neighbourhood stand-off – and how she deals with stares and comments on a daily basis.
Holly Jane was at a local cookout when she snapped a quick pic for her Instagram Stories – only to be confronted by an angry mum.
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The 42-year-old was shocked as the neighbour said she would report her to the Homeowners Association (HOA) because she “knew” what Holly was up to.
The model – who has made a fortune from her raunchy career as an adult content creator – had the perfect response.
“I was a bit shocked by the whole thing,” said the mum-of-three, who has 1.6m followers on Instagram @holly.johnston_xo.
“I’m used to people criticising me online because they’re hiding behind their screens and often don’t even use their real name or photo.
“But it’s pretty ballsy to attack me in person.
“I was at a neighbourhood BBQ and wanted a nice photo to share online.
“It wasn’t reportedly sexy – just a quick pic of me in a summer dress.
“This random mum came up to me and said ‘I know what you’re doing this for – you need to stop or I’ll report you to HOA’.
“I just smiled and replied: ‘Please do’.
“Her facial reaction was priceless.
“She stormed off in a huff and appeared surprised that I hadn’t just given in to her demand and put my phone away.”
Holly, who recently moved to Texas, is no stranger to facing backlash from conservative neighbours or even strangers.
The mum, who is a Mormon, feels much of the negativity comes from jealousy.
She said: “I just know people are jealous of me and the money I make.
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“I definitely get scowls from women in the community but I get big smiles from their husbands.
“I live in a small town.
“When I first got here, I tried to hide my career – not because I’m ashamed but because I couldn’t be bothered to deal with other people’s opinions.
“But they definitely know what I do now and it’s starting to become a bit of an issue.
“Other than the constant scowls, I’ve had women mutter ‘Get a real job’ or ‘Go to hell’.
“One older lady called me a ‘hussy’.
“I couldn’t stop laughing – I haven’t heard that term in forever!”
While some people might tone it down to appease the neighbours, Holly says the dirty looks only fuel her confidence.
She said: “They remind me that what I’m doing is not only for myself but to give other women – in the church or not – the empowerment to express ourselves how we really want to.
“To anyone who whispers behind my back, thank you – I’m flattered that you spend so much time thinking about and gossiping about me.
“It makes no difference to my life.
“Why not start your own content creator account? I’ll even give you some free tips.”
