Anne Hathaway is pushing back after online users questioned whether her pregnancy bump was real, and Jennifer Love Hewitt is making it clear she is not staying quiet about the comments. The actress defended Hathaway after the Oscar winner proudly showed her growing belly on the red carpet.
Hathaway, 43, is expecting her third child with husband Adam Shulman. After her recent appearance sparked a wave of comments about the shape of her bump, Hathaway gave the rumours a sharp but playful answer, while Hewitt called out the wider focus on pregnant women's bodies.
Jennifer Love Hewitt Calls Out Body Comments
Hewitt shared a message on Instagram Stories after seeing people question Hathaway's pregnancy bump. Tagging Hathaway, she praised the actress for continuing to work while pregnant and said she looked incredible.
'This woman has been working sooo hard. Handling it all with such grace and by the way looks incredible!' Hewitt wrote. She then questioned why people were choosing to discuss Hathaway's body while she was pregnant.
Hewitt ended her message with a clear request for people to stop making comments about women's bodies. Her words came as social media users continued to debate Hathaway's appearance after the actress wore a cropped blue look that left her bump fully visible.
'Fake Bump' Rumours
The rumours grew after Hathaway attended the Los Angeles premiere of The End of Oak Street. She wore a cropped blue top with low-rise jeans, putting her pregnancy belly at the centre of the look rather than hiding it under a loose dress.
Anne Hathaway is a MTF baphomet. She has a penis. Here she’s wearing a fake pregnant belly. They all do it. pic.twitter.com/amPP8tZSzL
— King Arthur Fan (@brandilwells) August 11, 2026
Some online users questioned the shape and appearance of her belly, with some even suggesting that she was using a fake pregnancy bump. However, there is no reliable evidence that Hathaway is wearing a fake bump, making the claim an online rumour rather than a confirmed fact.
Hathaway Has Publicly Confirmed Her Pregnancy
Hathaway first announced that she was expecting her third child in June. In the announcement, she shared a photo of herself holding her belly while wearing a flowing white dress, confirming the pregnancy to her followers.
The pregnancy comes as Hathaway continues a very busy year in Hollywood. She has been promoting several major projects in 2026, including The Devil Wears Prada 2, The Odyssey and The End of Oak Street, while also embracing a series of fashion looks that show her changing body.
Hathaway has also spoken openly about enjoying her pregnancy and the chance to have fun with maternity fashion. She has praised her stylist Erin Walsh and said the experience does not last forever, making it something she wants to enjoy while she can.
Jennifer Love Hewitt Has Her Own History with Body Scrutiny
Hewitt's decision to defend Hathaway also carries a personal angle. The actress has spoken in the past about dealing with intense attention on her body when she was a young star. She has recalled how comments about her appearance could overshadow the work she was trying to do as an actress. That history helps explain why she reacted strongly when Hathaway became the target of similar comments while pregnant.
For Hewitt, the issue appears to go beyond one red carpet or one celebrity. Her message was a wider call to give women more space to experience pregnancy without having every change in their bodies turned into a public debate.
Anne Hathaway Responds: 'Fake Hair, Real Bump'
Hathaway appeared to respond directly to the speculation in an Instagram post showing her getting her nails done. Alongside the video, she wrote, 'Fake hair, real bump', making it clear that while her hair may have been styled, her pregnancy bump was real.
The actress also joked about her busy schedule, writing, 'Enjoy The @endofoakstreet Block Party chaos with me as my outfit literally melts in the heat!' The post gave fans a glimpse of Hathaway embracing the moment rather than letting the online comments take over.
Her response quickly drew supportive comments, with several fans and verified accounts praising her appearance. One commenter even asked, 'Who is working harder than Anne Hathaway this year?', echoing Hewitt's earlier praise for the actress and her packed work schedule.
