Jennifer Love Hewitt has shared her thoughts on the body comments she has faced since reentering the public eye. The 46-year-old actress discussed her worries about how people would perceive her appearance after many years away from the spotlight, especially considering her early fame as a teenager.
Concerns About Aging and Public Image
Speaking to Vulture, Jennifer revealed that her main anxiety was about how much older she would seem compared to her younger self. She said this was her sole worry, noting that she was only 16 when she shot scenes for the original I Know What You Did Last Summer.
“What people were going to say about how much older I would seem than when I was 18. That’s literally the only thing I was anxious about,”
she explained.
Uncomfortable Early Experiences with Body Focus
Jennifer also opened up about how the scrutiny of her body has become more bothersome over time. She recalled that long before she understood sexuality, she was labeled a sex symbol, an experience that started in a confusing manner for her.
“It bothers me more now than it did at that age because I was in it. Before I even knew what sex was, I was a sex symbol. I still don’t know that I have that fully defined for myself because it started so weird,”
she said, specifically mentioning a Jay Leno interview where the host concentrated heavily on her age and personal life.
Industry Norms and Gendered Questions in the Past
Despite these difficult experiences, Jennifer does not fault people like Jay Leno for their line of questioning. She acknowledges that such behavior was typical during that time and reflects on how there was little pushback against this treatment of young women.
“Nobody was saying, ‘Don’t talk to women like that. Don’t talk to little girls like that.’ But I worked hard on that movie. I brought good stuff to it, and no one was talking about it. It was just ‘Boob, boob, boob’ everywhere.”
The Impact of Public Commentary on Jennifer Love Hewitt’s Career
This candid discussion highlights the challenges Jennifer Love Hewitt has faced growing up under constant public scrutiny, particularly regarding her body. Her reflections shed light on the pressures young actresses confront and the lasting effects of an industry focused on appearance rather than talent. As she continues her career, these insights may influence how the media and fans perceive and respect her work beyond physical judgments.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Has Jennifer Love Hewitt had surgery?
A. Hewitt shared that she only had her eyebrows microbladed. She mentioned she hasn’t had any other cosmetic procedures. She explained that her makeup and hairstyle selections are why her look seems different.
Q. Was Jennifer Love Hewitt’s husband on 9-1-1?
A. Between late 2018 and early 2019, Hallisay frequently appeared on the show 9-1-1. He portrayed Doug Kendall, also known as Jason Bailey, who is Maddie Buckley’s abusive husband. The character of Maddie Buckley was played by Jennifer Love Hewitt, Hallisay’s wife in real life.
Q. Did Jennifer Love Hewitt have surgery?
A. Jennifer Love Hewitt has been famous for almost 30 years. She began her career on “Party of Five” in 1995 and still impresses viewers on “9-1-1” today. Throughout her career, she has faced rumors about having plastic surgery.
Q. Why did Jennifer Love Hewitt lose so much weight?
A. The actress enjoys workouts that help build her muscles. Feeling strong for her children matters most to her. She focuses on eating healthy, nutrient-rich foods.
