The Dark Side of Gwyneth Paltrow's 'Shallow Hal' Body Double
Ivy Snitzer, Gwyneth Paltrow's body double in the film Shallow Hal, has spoken out about the negative impact the role had on her mental and physical health. Snitzer developed eating disorders after the film's release, feeling that the worst parts about being fat were magnified. She underwent gastric band surgery but experienced serious complications. Despite a positive experience on set, Snitzer faced criticism and received diet pills in the mail. The film's depiction of a plus-size woman was heavily criticized, with some labeling it fat-phobic. Snitzer's aspirations in Hollywood were also hindered by the offers she received, which did not align with her comedic ambitions.
