10 actresses who hid their pregnancy during filming.

Pregnancy is always an exciting moment for any woman. However, when it comes to actresses, it is not always beneficial for them to show their pregnancy right away. Some do not want to lose their careers, while others simply hide their pregnancies during filming to finish their scenes. 

In any case, pregnancy during filming is not so rare. Many have hidden their pregnancies even at premieres, cleverly selecting their clothing. Hollywood is full of stories where actresses hid their pregnancies until the birth of their children. 

Who hid their pregnancy in Hollywood? 

Hollywood actresses often face numerous problems that extend beyond the set. One such challenge is pregnancy, especially when a project requires active physical exertion or a specific appearance.

Many actresses themselves often do not know about their pregnancy when signing contracts. Therefore, they often have to hide such moments. Producers often have no choice, as they cannot simply replace an actress. This is often the case for central characters who have already portrayed a role. This practice is also common during series filming. 

These stories show how challenging yet amazing the lives of actresses can be, balancing their careers with personal changes. Their examples inspire remaining professionals in any situation and demonstrate that women can manage various challenges, whether it is pregnancy or shooting in a blockbuster.

Scarlett Johansson – "Avengers: Age of Ultron"

During the filming of the second Avengers movie, Scarlett Johansson was pregnant with her first child. To keep the secret, producers used doubles and computer graphics to create the illusion of her full combat readiness. 

Thanks to these efforts, viewers did not notice any changes. However, it is important to say that there was no other choice, as Scarlett was an important character and could not be replaced. 

Gal Gadot – "Wonder Woman"

Another example where the actress simply could not be replaced. 

During the shooting of "Wonder Woman," Gal Gadot was in her fifth month of pregnancy. The filmmakers used special costumes with green inserts, allowing them to visually hide her growing belly. This case became an example of how technology can adapt to real-life situations. And it is a great opportunity for modern actresses. 

Blake Lively – "The Shallows"

The filming of "The Shallows" took place under extreme conditions while Blake Lively was pregnant with her second child. Despite the challenging water scenes and blazing sun, the actress managed her role. The director and team showed understanding, helping the actress feel comfortable. However, the film itself is full of active scenes, and it was quite difficult for the actress to perform all the scenes to the end. 

Kate Winslet – "Divergent"

When Kate Winslet joined the filming of "Divergent," she already knew of her pregnancy. The actress continued shooting, skillfully hiding her condition with the help of costumes and camera angles. Her professionalism allowed the project to be completed without delays.

It should also be understood that Kate did not have a central role, so hiding her pregnancy was not that difficult. 

Emily Blunt – "The Hunter"

During the work on the thriller "The Hunter," Emily Blunt was pregnant with her first child. The actress participated in intense scenes despite her condition. The film team developed comfortable solutions to ensure her safety.

In general, in recent years, Emily often films with her husband. Therefore, hiding her condition would be easier for her. However, during “The Hunter,” it was not as easy as she would have liked. 

Reese Witherspoon – "Sweet Home Alabama"

Reese Witherspoon filmed "Sweet Home Alabama" while in early pregnancy. The actress managed to keep the news secret until filming was completed. Costumes and editing helped hide changes in her appearance.

This is a case where the actress artfully concealed her pregnancy, and the news was only revealed after the child was born. 

Margot Robbie – "Suicide Squad"

Margot Robbie, who played Harley Quinn in "Suicide Squad," was pregnant while preparing for the role. Although the filming started later, her training and rehearsals took place under conditions that required physical effort. 

The actress managed to handle this challenge without revealing her condition. Her pregnancy was learned much later. 

Helena Bonham Carter – "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince"

While shooting one of the parts of the "Harry Potter" franchise, Helena Bonham Carter was expecting a child. Her character, Bellatrix Lestrange, was active and emotional, yet the actress managed to accomplish the task without letting her pregnancy affect the production process. In general, the actress also did not have a central role. Therefore, it was not that difficult to hide her pregnancy. 

Now Helena is actively filming, and her children have grown enough to sometimes star themselves. 

Penelope Cruz – "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides"

Penelope Cruz was pregnant during the filming of the fourth part of "Pirates of the Caribbean." For difficult scenes, her sister, Monica Cruz, was used as a double. This helped complete the filming process without delays and changes in the script.

After these shoots, the actress took a long Time to recover and often talked about the difficulty of the process. 

Anne Hathaway – "The Intern"

Anne Hathaway learned about her pregnancy shortly before the start of filming "The Intern." The actress decided not to immediately disclose this to focus on her role. The film team supported her by providing all necessary conditions for comfortable work.

In general, Anne is a very professional actress who can hide any state. Even when it comes to a secret pregnancy or marriage. This fact was also something Anne kept hidden from the public for a long time. Overall, this actress often enjoys “pulling the wool over the eyes” of both her fans and journalists.