In her new Netflix docuseries 'Victoria Beckham,' the 51-year-old designer and former pop star reveals her decades-long battle with an eating disorder. Victoria Beckham recalls being literally weighed publicly on TV, and labeled “Porky Posh” and “Skinny Posh” on other occasions, moments that fractured her sense of self. She admits she hid her struggle from family, using extreme control over diet to cope with the media scrutiny and internal pain.
Posh’s experience reflects the intense pressure many celebrities face to maintain an idealized image. For some, that pursuit has led to severe eating disorders and even hospitalizations. Fortunately, several stars have overcome their struggles and have even opened up about them. Check out this gallery to discover some of their stories.