Lili Reinhart has opened up about a difficult moment she faced while filming, sharing that a male director once made a comment about her body that deeply affected her.
Comedy–Horror drama “Forbidden Fruits” actress spoke about this experience during an interview with Cosmopolitan alongside her co-stars. When asked about an acting note she took personally, Reinhart recalled a shocking moment from a past project.
She said that a director quietly leaned in and told her to “suck in your stomach a little bit.” The comment surprised her co-stars, including Victoria Pedretti, who reacted with shock and asked for the director’s name. However, Reinhart chose not to reveal who the director was or which project the incident happened on.
Her co-star Alexandra Shipp encouraged her to speak up, but Reinhart stayed silent on the identity. Meanwhile, Lola Tung reacted strongly to the story, showing support for Reinhart during the conversation.
This moment has gained attention because Reinhart has been very open about her struggles with body image. The actress has previously spoken about dealing with body dysmorphia and an eating disorder, especially during her time working on Riverdale.
In an earlier interview with Self magazine, Reinhart shared that while filming season six of Riverdale, she faced serious health challenges and weight changes. She explained that during that time, she felt disconnected and overly focused on her body.
“I really don’t like looking at season six imagery,” she said during that interview, adding that most of her thoughts were about how her body looked instead of her performance.
Reinhart has also spoken on social media about how hard it can be to accept your body with love instead of criticism. She shared that it is something she continues to learn every day.
In addition to this, the actress revealed in late 2025 that she was diagnosed with endometriosis, a condition that can affect physical and emotional health.
Her latest comments have started a new conversation about body image pressure in the film industry, especially during filming. Many fans and industry watchers are now discussing how actors are treated on set and why such comments can have a lasting impact.
Reinhart’s story highlights the importance of respect and sensitivity during filming, reminding people that even small comments can affect someone in a big way.
Feature Image via Lili Reinhart IG