Actress Anne Hathaway is expecting her third child [1].
The announcement comes as the actress balances a high-profile career with expanding her family, highlighting the challenges and joys of motherhood in the public eye.
Hathaway said the news during interviews conducted for the Associated Press and at the Los Angeles premiere of her new film, "The End of Oak Street" [2, 3]. The film is scheduled to open in U.S. theaters on Aug. 14, 2024 [1].
During the promotional tour, Hathaway said she wants to normalize a relaxed approach to maternity style. Her choice of attire at the premiere sparked conflicting reports among media outlets. Some reports described her wearing a pleated red jumpsuit [4], while others said she wore a crop top and low-rise jeans to show her baby bump [3].
Public reaction to the fashion choices remained divided. Some fans praised the actress for her fashionable approach to pregnancy [4], though other reports indicated that some viewers reacted negatively to the look [5].
Hathaway said she wants to share her personal approach to preparing for her third child. She has used the press tour for "The End of Oak Street" to discuss the transition into a larger family while maintaining her professional commitments [2].
The AP interview and accompanying video regarding her pregnancy were released on Aug. 10, 2024 [1].
“Anne Hathaway is expecting her third child”
Hathaway's decision to openly discuss her third pregnancy during a major film press tour reflects a broader trend of high-profile women in Hollywood challenging traditional expectations of maternity. By intentionally embracing a 'relaxed' style and discussing the logistics of motherhood alongside her professional milestones, she is contributing to the normalization of working motherhood at the highest levels of the entertainment industry.
