Anne Hathaway may be turning heads with her youthful glow, but behind the red carpet appearances, she’s keeping it real. The 43-year-old actress, who has recently been making waves while working on “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” is opening up about the insecurities that still creep in, even as fans rave about her seemingly ageless look.
Anne Hathaway Admits To ‘What?’ Moment Over Her Body
In her latest interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Hathaway revealed that confidence isn’t always consistent. “Some days you look in the mirror, and you’re just like, ‘Not bad,’” she said. “And some days you look in the mirror, and you’re like, ‘What?’ And I was having a ‘What?’ day.”
Hathaway went on to share a relatable moment that forced her to confront those feelings head-on. “And you know how you have your aspirational swimsuit that you keep around, just in case you have a good day?” she asked. “And then you have your swimsuit that’s got you no matter what? I accidentally packed the aspirational swimsuit.”
She continued, “Which I then had to wear on a ‘What?’ day. So, I’m ready to have this great day with my family. And I am going to be in front of strangers, and people have phones. And all of the things.”
Hathaway Embraces Her Body After Insecurity
Despite the initial insecurity, Hathaway said she made a conscious choice to shift her mindset. “But my family is waiting for me,” the actress said. “And I looked, and I just went, ‘What?’ And then I looked again and I said, ‘You are 43.’ And looking at a 43-year-old body, I was like, ‘Nice.’”
She added, “When I was expecting to see something that I am not, I felt insecure. But when I actually looked at what it actually is, I was okay with it.”
Anne Hathaway Says Life Gets Better After 40
Hathaway also shared that her perspective on aging has evolved in a positive way. “I think that very often, conversations about aging presume that the first part of life is the happiest and the most fulfilling, and I don’t necessarily think that’s true,” she said. “I wasn’t expecting to find another gear at 40.”
The “Princess Diaries” actress added, “I think you realize that worry should be reserved for the really big stuff.”
Hathaway Shuts Down Plastic Surgery Rumors
As speculation continues about her youthful look, Hathaway made it clear she’s not interested in entertaining the noise. She declined to “discuss medical information,” despite ongoing rumors suggesting cosmetic procedures.
Instead, the Oscar winner has previously credited lifestyle choices, like giving up alcohol, and her skincare routine, including her work with Shiseido, for her appearance.
Anne Hathaway Shares Simple Beauty Hack For ‘Snatched’ Look
Anne Hathaway may be keeping it real about insecurities, but she’s also letting fans in on one of her go-to beauty tricks. In a behind-the-scenes video from the 2026 Oscars, the actress revealed how she achieves a more “awake” appearance, and it’s surprisingly simple. Her secret? A subtle braided hairstyle designed to create a lifted, snatched effect.
While the tip sparked buzz, Hathaway made it clear her approach to beauty is evolving alongside her mindset. “I think that very often, conversations about aging presume that the first part of life is the happiest and the most fulfilling, and I don’t necessarily think that’s true,” Hathaway explained. “I wasn’t expecting to find another gear at 40.”
Hathaway Previously Took Control Of Her Image During Pregnancy
This isn’t the first time Anne Hathaway has addressed how she’s perceived in the public eye. Back in 2016, while pregnant with her first child with husband Adam Shulman, the actress took matters into her own hands after noticing she was being photographed without her consent.
She shared a bikini photo of herself on Instagram, explaining her decision in a candid caption. “So, posting a bikini pic is a little out of character for me, but just now while I was at the beach I noticed I was being photographed,” she wrote. “I figure if this kind of photo is going to be out in the world, it should at least be an image that makes me happy (and be one that was taken with my consent. And with a filter.”
