Barbie Hsu in Pro-Vegetarian PETA Ads

By vegecrisps | Published in Barbie Hsu, News | 28 Jan 2010 |

Singapore — Hottie Barbie Hsu stars in a new pro-vegetarian ad for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Asia. In the ad, which was released today, Hsu shows off her sexy curves in a “Powered by Tofu” T-shirt and an unbuttoned pair of short shorts, striking a fierce pose next to the words “I Am Barbie Hsu, and I Am a Vegetarian.”

“Animals are like my brothers and sisters, my friends and my family“, says the actor and singer, who was voted Asia’s Sexiest Vegetarian woman in PETA’s 2009 poll. “I love all animals. That’s why I won’t eat them.”

On factory farms, animals have their teeth, tails, and testicles cut off—all without painkillers. They are kept in crowded, filthy enclosures and are denied everything that is natural and important to them. At slaughterhouses, animals are routinely hung upside down before their throats are cut, and they are often skinned and scalded to death while still conscious.

In addition to being cruelty-free, a healthy vegetarian diet helps protect against heart disease, cancer, strokes, and other diseases—and it can help you stay slim and sexy, according to Hsu.

PETA and Barbie have also teamed up for an ad that features a cuddly costar—an adorable piglet—and the message “Compassion Is Beautiful. Go Vegetarian!” Hsu originally wore a white top during the photo shoot, but it became soiled when the piglet had an “accident” while Hsu was holding him. Unfazed, Hsu joked, “That’s not mine!” Hsu thought of naming her new friend “Bacon” for fun but feared that the piglet might really become someone’s breakfast someday. Instead, she named the piglet Dai Dai in memory of her beloved dog, who passed away a few years ago. The new Dai Dai has been adopted into a loving home.

Hsu joins a host of international stars—including Pamela Anderson, Natalie Portman, Sir Paul McCartney, and Maggie Q—who have kicked the meat habit. Photographer Chen Man shot Hsu’s PETA ad. Hsu’s stylist was Sheila Liao, and her makeup and hair were done by Chiu Ya-li.

Broadcast quality footage of Barbie Hsu’s Exclusive Interview and Behind-the-Scenes Footage can be downloaded at http://www.petaav.com/4broadcast/Barbie_PetaPsa.htm

For more information, please visit PETAAsiaPacific.com