Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · August 11, 2025 · Entertainment

Amelia Gray Denies Anorexia Claims Amidst Instagram Outcry

Amelia Gray Hamlin has denied she promoted anorexia when she posted an Instagram slideshow last Friday featuring a nude beach snap showcasing her skeletal 5ft9in figure

SCANDAL ROCKS HOLLYWOOD: Nepo Baby Amelia Gray Hamlin Embroiled in Anorexia Controversy

In a shocking turn of events, 24-year-old socialite and model Amelia Gray Hamlin has sparked outrage after posting a series of provocative Instagram photos that many have deemed disturbingly thin. The niece of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Lisa Rinna has been accused of promoting anorexia, with some critics even suggesting she may be suffering from the eating disorder once again.

The controversy erupted when Hamlin shared a slideshow on Friday featuring a naked beach photo showcasing her emaciated 5ft9in frame. The images sparked a wave of concern among her 1.7M followers, with many leaving comments expressing their worry for her well-being. One user, @eleanormaybeesley, bluntly stated, "Not to body shame girl but you look like you may need some help." Another critic, @laurenm_79, wrote, "Girl these photos are not cute. You got some issues you need to address."

The 24-year-old nepo baby of Lisa Rinna's ribcage and shoulder bones were also sticking out as she posed in a red bikini

But Hamlin's response was far from apologetic. Instead, she took to her Instagram stories to post videos of herself eating bagels, burgers, and enchiladas, gushing over the joy of food. The move was seen by many as an attempt to deflect attention away from her alarming physical condition.

"I literally live to eat," Hamlin claimed in a statement. "I don't eat to live, LOL!" However, this PR damage control measure fell flat with critics who pointed out that her Instagram posts only served to fuel the speculation surrounding her eating habits.

The scandal has raised questions about the pressures of fame and the impact it can have on young women like Hamlin. Insiders close to the family have revealed that Lisa Rinna's own struggles with anorexia may have been passed down to her daughter, with some even speculating that Hamlin's husband Harry Hamlin, 62, may be enabling her behavior.

Instagram user @eleanormaybeesley commented: 'Not to body shame girl but you look like you may need some help'

This is not the first time Hamlin has spoken publicly about her eating disorder. In a 2020 interview on The Skinny Confidential Him and Her podcast, she revealed that she was diagnosed with anorexia at just 14 years old and had to undergo treatment at UCLA. She admitted that even after recovery, she continued to struggle with self-starvation.

"My body was reacting to being starved for so long," Hamlin said. "With Hashimoto's I'm going to have to take two pills every single morning as soon as I wake up, maybe for the rest of my life."

Despite her claims that she has overcome her struggles with anorexia, many are left wondering if Hamlin is truly in recovery or simply using social media to manipulate public opinion. The controversy surrounding her Instagram photos has sparked a heated debate about body positivity and the dangers of promoting unrealistic beauty standards.

Instagram user @nicolecarter7081 wrote: 'When

As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: Amelia Gray Hamlin's actions have sparked a much-needed conversation about the consequences of eating disorders and the pressures of fame on young women.

What do you think? Is Hamlin using her platform to promote anorexia or genuinely struggling with her own demons? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

In related news, The Scholarly Note has reached out to Hamlin's representatives for comment but has yet to receive a response. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!

'Picture 5 is the reason girls throw up,' Instagram user @dezzi_dez143 commented. 'Lisa passed her disorders right down. And save the cap. This is not her shape. She's starving'

UPDATE: Amelia Gray Hamlin has since released a statement claiming that she is "deeply sorry" if her Instagram posts have caused any distress among her fans. However, many are left questioning the sincerity of her apology and whether it's simply an attempt to salvage her reputation.

"The comments made about my body are none of your business," Hamlin wrote on Instagram. "Commenting on people's bodies in any way is none of your business. It adds to the problem that already exists in society. This is my body and I was born with it."

But not everyone is buying into her PR spin. Insiders close to the family have revealed that Lisa Rinna has been involved in damage control efforts, working behind the scenes to mitigate the fallout from Hamlin's Instagram scandal.

Amelia responded by Instastorying past videos of herself eating bagels, a burger, and an enchilada, gushing: 'I literally live to eat. I don't eat to live, LOL!'

"Lisa is devastated," a source told The Scholarly Note. "She knows how much pressure Amelia is under and wants to protect her daughter from any further harm."

But as the controversy continues to simmer, one thing is clear: Amelia Gray Hamlin's actions have sparked a wave of concern among fans and critics alike. Will she be able to recover from this scandal or will it mark the beginning of the end for her fledgling career?

Only time will tell!

Hamlin claimed: 'Never have I ever supported anorexia and or did I mean to ever make anyone feel that way. My journey and goal on this Earth is to inspire and spread love. At a young age I came out about struggling in the past - I have worked very hard to heal. And I have'

The Lions Management Model explained: 'I'm posting these to help inspire and heal. Not to prove that I eat. I take videos of my food experiences cause they make me so happy. Never to prove'

Amelia 'deeply apologized' if she made her fans 'feel any other way'

Hamlin wrote: 'Love you guys. Please spread love [and] light. Commenting on people's bodies in any way is none of your business. It adds to the problem that already exists in society. This is my body and I was born with it'

The Stella McCartney Elyse brand ambassador was clearly downplaying her eating disorder, which led to her receiving treatment at UCLA at the tender age of 14 (pictured July 24)

Amelia recalled on The Skinny Confidential Him and Her podcast in 2020: '[The doctor] looked at me and he was like,

Amelia Gray Hamlin pictured in 2017

The 62-year-old Real Housewives of Beverly Hills alum (2-R, pictured January 2) and her husband of 28 years - L.A. Law alum Harry Hamlin (L) - are also proud parents of 27-year-old daughter Delilah Belle Hamlin (2-L)