Kathy Bates is getting actual about why she skipped breast reconstruction surgical procedure after her most cancers prognosis and double mastectomy, and her reasoning is easy — much less is extra.

The actress defined on the “MeSsy“ podcast with Christina Applegate and Jamie-Lynn Sigler that her breasts had been so heavy — in truth, 10 lbs once they had been eliminated throughout her double mastectomy in 2012 – that eliminating them felt like an enormous aid.

Kathy admitted her resolution raised just a few eyebrows, however she made it clear that after coping with massive breasts her entire life, she really enjoys the burden off her chest.

The Oscar winner additionally stated societal components performed into her resolution — she was older, didn’t suppose she’d be in a relationship anytime quickly, and simply didn’t see the necessity for brand new boobs after her double mastectomy. She had been recognized with Stage 2 breast most cancers.

Kathy additionally identified that it did not actually have an effect on her profession — whereas filming her current TV collection “Matlock,” they made her a camisole with faux cups to present her some good form.