LayarHijau – Taiwanese actress Michelle Chen recently opened up about her emotional struggles during pregnancy, revealing that she once nearly broke down in tears after seeing stretch marks appear on her belly. The You Are the Apple of My Eye star shared the story during a recent livestream, earning praise for her honesty and vulnerability.
Michelle Chen and actor Chen Xiao officially divorced in February this year, ending their nine-year marriage. Since returning to single life, she has remained active on social media, often sharing moments from her daily life. But this time, instead of her personal relationships, it was her candid reflection on motherhood and body changes that drew public attention.
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During the livestream, Michelle recalled how her belly grew rapidly during pregnancy, causing stretch marks to appear one after another. The skin stretching and tightening also brought physical pain that made her anxious. “Watching my body change so quickly, I felt like I was falling apart,” she said with a trembling voice.
As an actress whose job requires appearing flawless on screen, Michelle admitted she once feared that the physical changes would affect her acting career. “I was afraid that when filming, my skin would look wrinkled and bad on camera,” she said, holding back tears.
Her raw confession struck a chord with many viewers, especially mothers who have experienced similar feelings. Social media flooded with supportive comments such as “I completely understand how she feels,” “So real and heartfelt,” and “Being a woman, especially an actress, is never easy — beauty isn’t just about appearance.”
Since her divorce, Michelle Chen has been increasingly open about women’s issues and her own experiences as a mother. Her story about facing body changes during pregnancy once again shows the sincerity and quiet strength behind her public image — a reminder that even stars are human too.
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