Anne frames her bold pregnancy looks as a joyful creative exercise inspired by Rihanna’s trailblazing confidence, focusing on family excitement and professional promotion for 'Verity'.
While Anne gives credit to Ri, the real tea is that Rihanna’s unapologetic 'whatever!' attitude toward pregnancy curves has fundamentally shifted the red carpet norm from concealment to celebration, forcing other stars to rethink their strategy.
1. Anne appeared on CBS Mornings on Friday, Oct. 1, 2026. 2. She attended the 'Verity' premiere on Sept. 29, 2026. 3. Rihanna’s 2022 quote: 'If I feel a little chubby, it’s like, whatever! It’s a baby!'
Rihanna’s legacy isn’t just in music; it’s in rewriting the rulebook for how pregnant women dress on the red carpet, and Anne Hathaway is the latest convert.
If you’ve been watching Anne Hathaway’s recent red carpet appearances while she awaits the arrival of her third child, you might have noticed a distinct shift in her wardrobe. Gone are the days of tent-like dresses designed to hide the bump; instead, Anne has been serving looks that put her pregnancy front and center. During an appearance on CBS Mornings on Friday, October 1, the Oscar-winning actress revealed exactly who gave her the courage to shake things up: Rihanna.
When host Gayle King complimented her adventurous fashion choices, Anne didn’t hesitate to point the finger at the Fenty mogul, stating, "I think we have Rihanna to thank." This isn't just a polite nod; it's an acknowledgment of a cultural shift in Hollywood maternity fashion. Anne went on to elaborate on Rihanna’s impact, calling it a game-changer. "When I saw what she was doing with her maternity style, I just realized that I just needed to use my imagination and go out there and have more fun," the *Devil Wears Prada* star explained.
This comment highlights how Rihanna’s approach—embracing bold colors, cutouts, and form-fitting silhouettes—has dismantled the traditional expectation that pregnant celebrities should dress conservatively or modestly. By publicly crediting Ri, Anne is validating a trend that has been building since Rihanna’s own high-profile pregnancies with sons RZA and Riot Rose and daughter Rocki, whom she shares with A$AP Rocky. The inspiration is rooted in Rihanna’s own unapologetic attitude, which she articulated clearly in a 2022 interview with *People*.
"I’m enjoying not having to worry about covering up my tummy," Rihanna said at the time. "If I feel a little chubby, it’s like, whatever! It’s a baby!" This mindset has clearly resonated with Anne, who is currently expecting her third child with husband Adam Shulman.
The *Verity* star’s transition from traditional maternity wear to bold, imaginative outfits reflects a broader change in how women in the spotlight navigate pregnancy, prioritizing self-expression over concealment. Beyond the fashion drama, Anne shared some personal details about her family life. She mentioned her two older sons, aged 10 and 6, and expressed that while she is "thrilled" and "overjoyed" about the new addition, the family is currently focused on savoring their time as a unit of four.
"Everything’s going to change for us, but it’s really going to change for our kids," she told King. As Anne promotes her new psychological thriller *Verity*, in which she plays the titular role, her glamorous maternity looks are becoming a talking point in their own right, proving that you can handle Hollywood pressure and baby bump fashion with equal flair.
