Amy Schumer thrashes body shamers with 'best body award'

Amy Schumer has brushed off critics who put her weight and body image in the spotlight by giving herself a 'best body' award.

The 34-year-old comedian took to her Instagram page to share a pic of herself looking stunned while holding the "best body" trophy, E! Online reports.

The Stand-up comedian, who recently won an Emmy for best Variety Sketch Series, captioned the funny shot, "There are so many foods I want to thank.