For a decade, American actress Anne Hathaway lived with a heavy secret. She revealed that she had been "half-blind" throughout her thirties, due to a debilitating illness that had remained completely private until now.<\/p>\n
It was during an interview on the New York Times podcast "Popcast"<\/a> that Anne Hathaway shared an unexpected and intimate revelation. "I was partially blind for ten years,"<\/em> she confided, referring to the period from her 30s to her 40s. She endured this ordeal in silence, never speaking about it publicly, all while continuing to star in successful films. "This might be too much information,"<\/em> she even cautioned, before opening up.<\/p>\n The cause of this disability: early-onset cataracts, which affected her left eye. This condition occurs when the eye's normally clear lens becomes cloudy\u2014a phenomenon most often observed in later life. In Anne Hathaway's case, the vision loss became so severe that, as she explained, "It affected my vision so much that I was practically blind in my left eye."<\/em><\/p>\n Around the age of forty, Anne Hathaway finally had surgery\u2014a decision that changed everything. \u201cI didn\u2019t realize how much worse things had gotten until I could finally see the full spectrum of colors,\u201d<\/em> she recounted. Anne Hathaway also discovered, in retrospect, that her condition had put a strain on her nervous system, without her being aware of it. \u201cI\u2019ve calmed down since then,\u201d<\/em> she acknowledged.<\/p>\n Now fully recovered, the star of "The Devil Wears Prada" says she is deeply grateful for advances in medicine. "I appreciate my sight because I literally feel like every day when I wake up and can see like this, it's a miracle,"<\/em> she confides. And she adds, with emotion, "Two generations ago, none of this would have been possible for someone like me."<\/em> This realization leads her to savor every moment.<\/p>\n By breaking the silence surrounding this long-secret illness, Anne Hathaway reminds us that the most difficult trials are not always visible. Her account, both intimate and luminous, celebrates a "second chance"\u2014and the sometimes-forgotten value of simply being able to see the world in color.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"For a decade, American actress Anne Hathaway lived with a heavy secret. 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Public figures are especially exposed because every photo of them is publicly commented on, but it affects everyone, online and in everyday life.<\/p>\n Body dysmorphic disorder, often called body dysmorphia, is a mental health condition marked by an excessive preoccupation with a perceived flaw in one\u2019s appearance that is minor or invisible to others. It can cause intense distress and repetitive behaviors, such as constantly checking one\u2019s reflection. Only a health professional can diagnose it and recommend appropriate support.<\/p>\n When a widely followed public figure talks about insecurities, an eating disorder or criticism of their weight, they bring visibility to an experience that is often lived in shame. These stories can help others speak up and encourage them to seek help. They remain personal accounts, however, and are no substitute for advice from a health professional.<\/p>\n Want to go further? 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A life-saving operation<\/h2>\n
"A miracle": the gratitude of seeing again<\/h2>\n
What you\u2019ll find in the Celebrities section<\/h2>\n
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How can you follow celebrity news without comparing yourself?<\/h2>\n
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Our approach: listening to what stars say about their bodies<\/h2>\n
Articles to start with<\/h2>\n
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Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n
What is body shaming?<\/h3>\n
What is body dysmorphia?<\/h3>\n
Why do celebrities\u2019 stories about their bodies matter?<\/h3>\n
What you\u2019ll find in the Celebrities section<\/h2>\n
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How can you follow celebrity news without comparing yourself?<\/h2>\n
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Our approach: listening to what stars say about their bodies<\/h2>\n
Articles to start with<\/h2>\n
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Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n
What is body shaming?<\/h3>\n
What is body dysmorphia?<\/h3>\n
Why do celebrities\u2019 stories about their bodies matter?<\/h3>\n