glamorous cover photo. many are saying mccarthy is too covered. hopefully it is not a message that full figured women are not meant to be seen, which i am not taking it like that. i am happy melissa is on the cover and she looks fantastic. i would have liked to see a little more of her. reporter: you do see more of the other women featured on the other covers of elle. emmy, a supermodel an activist says mccarthy is a role model. we love the package of who she is and what she brings as entertainment. to cover her up is a missed opportunity for celebration. reporter: elle magazine response to the criticism? on all shoots, stylists work with the stars to choose pieces they feel good in. this is no different. melissa loved this look and is gorgeous on our cover. mccarthy told omg insider she was thrilled to be featured. it was fun, it was amazing. reporter: she has yet to