Anne Hathaway Attributes Her Bold Maternity Style to Rihanna’s Trailblazing Influence
Anne Hathaway credited Rihanna for inspiring her adventurous red carpet maternity looks while promoting her new movie Verity. Speaking on CBS Mornings, Hathaway shared how Rihanna's fearless pregnancy style encouraged her to have more fun with her wardrobe.
Oscar-winning actress Anne Hathaway has credited global music star and Fenty founder Rihanna with completely reshaping how public figures approach pregnancy style, according to a report by Billboard. While visiting CBS Mornings on Friday, Oct. 1, the star of the upcoming psychological thriller film Verity opened up about her recent adventurous red carpet looks. During the interview, host Gayle King complimented Hathaway for proudly showing off her baby bump and making bold wardrobe choices throughout her press tour for her titular role in the movie. In response to the compliment, Hathaway stated, "I think we have Rihanna to thank," as reported by Billboard.
According to Billboard’s reporting on the televised segment, Hathaway acknowledged Rihanna's lasting influence on red carpet fashion choices. Referring to the Fenty mogul, the Devil Wears Prada star explained that Rihanna fundamentally changed the game for expectant mothers navigating high-profile fashion moments. Hathaway shared during the broadcast that watching Rihanna redefine pregnancy style motivated her to lean into her own imagination, encouraging her to step out with a more fun and playful approach to her personal wardrobe choices.
Billboard noted that Hathaway is currently expecting her third child with her husband, Adam Shulman. The couple is already raising two sons, aged 6 and 10. While reflecting on her pregnancy during her conversation with King, Hathaway expressed immense joy about her family's upcoming addition. She noted that while she and Shulman are thrilled and overjoyed, their primary focus at the moment is taking time to enjoy being a family of four, recognizing that the arrival of the new baby will represent a major life adjustment for their young children.
Rihanna's maternity style has consistently drawn praise for breaking traditional fashion boundaries during her pregnancies with her three children—sons RZA and Riot Rose, and daughter Rocki—whom she shares with musical partner A$AP Rocky. As documented by Billboard, rather than attempting to conceal or camouflage her pregnant silhouette, Rihanna made her baby bump a stylish centerpiece by wearing daring cutouts and bold color schemes. In a 2022 interview with People cited by Billboard, Rihanna shared her perspective, stating, "I’m enjoying not having to worry about covering up my tummy. If I feel a little chubby, it’s like, whatever! It’s a baby!"
Rihanna's fearless approach to maternity fashion has created a lasting cultural shift, inspiring mothers around the globe to treat pregnancy style with boldness, dignity, and unapologetic self-expression. By publicly celebrating Rihanna's impact on CBS Mornings, Hathaway highlighted how the Black fashion icon has permanently expanded creative freedom and set new standards across the entertainment industry.