Anne Hathaway addresses fake baby bump rumours
Actor Anne Hathaway has dismissed social media rumors claiming she was faking her pregnancy after photos from a film premiere sparked speculation. She clarified the situation on Instagram, confirming her pregnancy is real while addressing the scrutiny of her appearance.
Why it matters
The incident illustrates the intense and often invasive scrutiny celebrities face regarding their bodies and personal lives on social media platforms.
Anne Hathaway has laughed off the social media speculation that she’s faking her pregnancy.
The 43-year-old actor addressed the claims in a light-hearted Instagram post on Monday after a maternity-inspired look she wore at the weekend filled a comments section with fake-pregnancy chatter.
In a behind-the-scenes Instagram post, Hathaway shut down the rumours.
“Fake hair, real bump. Enjoy The @endofoakstreet Block Party chaos with me as my outfit literally melts in the heat!!” she wrote.
The video showed members of her styling team preparing her for the event, including a hairstylist attaching extensions to add volume to her ponytail. Hathaway then points to her head, “It’s not my hair.”
The Oscar-winning star was attending the Los Angeles premiere of her new film, The End of Oak Street , where she opted for an outfit that showed off her midriff.
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