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Keira Slams Anorexia Rumors

Posted Jul 5th 2006 11:23AM by TMZ Staff

Keira Knightley: Click to WatchKeira Knightley tried to put rumors of an eating disorder to rest at a press conference for "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," but her revealing dress at the premiere the night before may suggest otherwise. 

The stunning star says allegations of an eating disorder are outrageous. "It was really weird, they (the press) said that to me yesterday, they went 'how does it feel to be called anorexic?' I had no idea that I was, I can safely say that I am not."

Her statement came just a day after showing up to the London premiere of the new "Pirates" film looking skeletal in a gold Gucci dress slashed to the waist. On the red carpet she said, "I'm still thinking it was really inappropriate to wear this dress but its so hot I'm really glad I did."

Hot or not, rumors of anorexia plague many starlets, something Knightley understands comes with the territory. "It is understandable why you would associate that with high-achieving people in the film industry as well and I am not saying that there aren't people that suffer from it, because I am sure that there are, but I'm not one of them."

Keira returns as Elizabeth Swann in "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest," which opens in US theaters this Friday.

Filed under: Gossip/Rumors, Keira Knightley


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1. I have to think she has some sort of eating disorder. She doesn't look good in these photos. Way too bony. I'm rooting for her though. I like her.

Posted at 11:31AM on Jul 5th 2006 by Krissy

2. I'm just going to say it. Bitch looks like she just walked out of Auschwitz with a cocktail dress on. It's nasty. Not sexy. NASTY. Get yourself some help and a box of Ho-Ho's before you end up like Karen Carpenter girl.

Posted at 12:04PM on Jul 5th 2006 by Steven

3. She doesnt have an eating disorder? MY FOOT, so you get that skinny from eating? I don't think so! she prb thinks she's fat as well!

Posted at 12:21PM on Jul 5th 2006 by SM

4. Her face is beautiful, but she would be even more gorgeous if she looked healthy. When ribs and collar bones are protruding it's a dead give-away that the person is not eating. What kind of example is she giving? Actors make millions, are seen constantly, and whether they like it or not, are setting an example. Like Steven O said--it's nasty and she needs a box (no----a case) of Ho Ho's!

Posted at 1:15PM on Jul 5th 2006 by Adele H.

5. Not all thin women have eating disorders. Some just do not gain weight, no matter how much they eat. I know this because I'm one of them. Maybe people should consider a person's genetics and metabolism before they jump to conclusions.

Posted at 1:35PM on Jul 5th 2006 by Paula

6. People don't get the skinny naturally, PERIOD!! I don't care if you have small bones or a fast metabolism, you don't get skeletal like she is without some kind of starvation. She is nothing but skin and bones!!! She is only going to hurt her female fans by continuing to say that she she is that way naturally. Many young girls look up to her and will starve themselves to look like her, because, hey she doesn't have an eating disorder - it' s natural....

Posted at 2:07PM on Jul 5th 2006 by Kate

7. The woman looks like a walking corpse. Anorexias think they are never thin enough.

Posted at 2:12PM on Jul 5th 2006 by May

8. Regardless of if she is technically "anorexic" or not, she is definitely not eating enough to keep a healthy weight. I know that Hollywood wants everyone stick thin, but she could use about 10lbs added on just to fill out her face and ribs. She would still be crazy thin, but not skeletal.

Posted at 2:18PM on Jul 5th 2006 by Camille

9. She reminds me of Calista Flockheart. I wonder if she had a boob job if she'd look healthier. You know like all the other too skinny gals in Hollywood.

Posted at 6:26PM on Jul 5th 2006 by DY

10. She reminds me of Calista Flockheart. I wonder if she had a boob job if she'd look healthier. You know like all the other too skinny gals in Hollywood.

Posted at 6:26PM on Jul 5th 2006 by DY

11. For those of you who are saying that she must just have a fast metabolism and that she is genetically skinny... remember that she did not start off that way. It's the sudden appearance of protruding bones that causes concern. She was always thin before but her looking skeletal is new.

Posted at 6:56PM on Jul 5th 2006 by cari

12. The associated video in which Keira deines anorexia is revealing. She talks so fast and has no explanation other than she is not one of them (anorexics). She equates anorexic people with high achievers as well. To me is sounds like she admires anorexia.

Posted at 7:27PM on Jul 5th 2006 by vicki

13. I think they should leave her alone.I know a lot of girls who are stick thin but dont have eating disorders.My sister for example, she eats like a pig,isnt buliema,and has to drink weight gain shakes.And still you can see her bones!People just need to stop being so jealous!It wouldnt shock me if she is but know one truly knows!Heck i could walk down the street and accuse them of being anorexia!

Posted at 8:49PM on Jul 5th 2006 by julie

14. Not only is she displeasing to look at in the phot. She is also barely dressed. Put some clothes on girl !!! That is disugusting what you have on. No Bra, probably no panties. That is disgusting. She nees to take a Learn to Dress 101 course. Celebrities are "SUPPOSED" to be role models for others. LAtely I haven't seen ANY role models anywhere, in any occupation, and that includes the modeling and fashion industry..

As for all the other under dressed and under weight female stars out there like Nicole Ritchie, The Olsen Twins, Britany and her sister, Tara REid, PAris Hilton and many others too many to list here. LEARN HOW TO DRESS.. STOP looking trashy. Start wearing proper undergarments, (bras and panties) they are made for a reason.

Celebrities, ALL Celebrities no matter if male or female should dress accordingly to your various events you have throughout the year. Proper Attire includes, having ALL parts of your body covered. Lady's this includes your Breasts and Butt and Groin areas. Guys this includes you your Butt and Groin areas. Ladies it also means wearing a top that covers your bra straps, breasts and any other questionable body. It has been stated repeatedly in both print and on television by many fashion critics that this is a big No No. Yet you still insist on doing it.. Asking WHY, as it is not sexy .

Celebrities may also want to start actually reading the advice fashion critics are printing and pay attention to it No one really wants to see your breasts ( for exampleJanet Jackson at the 2004 SuperBowl half time show) or butt, or any other part of your body that should not be seen in public in a magazine or any other publication.


Posted at 9:27PM on Jul 5th 2006 by Dave

15. Not only is she displeasing to look at in the phot. She is also barely dressed. Put some clothes on girl !!! That is disugusting what you have on. No Bra, probably no panties. That is disgusting. She nees to take a Learn to Dress 101 course. Celebrities are "SUPPOSED" to be role models for others. LAtely I haven't seen ANY role models anywhere, in any occupation, and that includes the modeling and fashion industry..

As for all the other under dressed and under weight female stars out there like Nicole Ritchie, The Olsen Twins, Britany and her sister, Tara REid, PAris Hilton and many others too many to list here. LEARN HOW TO DRESS.. STOP looking trashy. Start wearing proper undergarments, (bras and panties) they are made for a reason.

Celebrities, ALL Celebrities no matter if male or female should dress accordingly to your various events you have throughout the year. Proper Attire includes, having ALL parts of your body covered. Lady's this includes your Breasts and Butt and Groin areas. Guys this includes you your Butt and Groin areas. Ladies it also means wearing a top that covers your bra straps, breasts and any other questionable body. It has been stated repeatedly in both print and on television by many fashion critics that this is a big No No. Yet you still insist on doing it.. Asking WHY, as it is not sexy .

Celebrities may also want to start actually reading the advice fashion critics are printing and pay attention to it No one really wants to see your breasts ( for exampleJanet Jackson at the 2004 SuperBowl half time show) or butt, or any other part of your body that should not be seen in public in a magazine or any other publication.


Posted at 9:28PM on Jul 5th 2006 by Dave

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