After years of being under fire for being too skinny, Tara Reid speaks out to In Touch in a new exclusive interview about her body.

“I feel great about my body. People always tell me to eat a burger — I love burgers! If I were to gain 10 pounds, I’d be asked why I got fat. I’m thin — and I’m good with that,” Tara admits.

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“People need to stop with the body shaming!” declares the American Pie actress. “I won’t let what anyone says stop me from enjoying my life.”

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Known for her party girl reputation, Tara admits, “I like to have fun when I’m not working. But I’m professional while I’m at work, and I’ve never been in trouble or arrested, so I don’t deserve it!”

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“I truly feel I need to constantly prove myself in this business. I’ve done 46 movies, and it’s still tough to get roles when you’re misunderstood and judged,” she says of her misconstrued reputation.

“I’ve learned to not take things too seriously,” Tara says, “and that not everyone is going to love you.”

For the full interview with Tara Reid, including her thoughts on more Sharknado sequels, pick up the latest issue of In Touch, on newsstands now!

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