Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 24, 2025 · Entertainment

Downton Abbey Star's Vegan Date: A Tale of Fish and Dairy

Heidi Kadlecova has become known as a 'vegan influencer' - but her boyfriend Hugh Bonneville, 61, has revealed on Spooning podcast she is in fact a consumer of fish and dairy

VEGAN INFLUENCER EXPOSED: Hugh Bonneville's New Girlfriend Caught Red-Handed in Hypocrisy Scandal

The world of social media influencers has been rocked by a scandal involving none other than Heidi Kadlecova, the vegan girl who had everyone fooled with her sanctimonious posts and self-proclaimed status as a pescatarian. But it seems she's been leading a double life - one that involves devouring fish and dairy products like there's no tomorrow.

Heidi's boyfriend, the dashing Downton Abbey star Hugh Bonneville, 61, has blown the lid off her hypocrisy, revealing to The Scholarly Note.com in an exclusive interview on the Spooning podcast that she's not a vegan at all. In fact, he's described her as a "keen consumer of fish and dairy products." Ouch!

Hugh said of Heidi: 'She has great empathy... but she's a pescatarian and she applauds anyone who has their own food choices'

But what makes this scandal even juicier is that Heidi has been preaching about the importance of living a life of kindness and compassion - one that excludes animal products. She's posted on social media about the benefits of veganism, saying things like: "Vegan is the only way" and "You need to ask yourself some serious questions on whether you are living a life of kindness...or a life of indifference." Talk about a case of pot calling kettle black!

Hugh, who was married to Lulu Williams for 25 years before their split in 2023, has been getting cozy with Heidi since they started dating recently. And it seems he's smitten - claiming that she brings out the best in him and makes him feel like a "different person." But what about his string of dates with Canadian actress Claire Rankin, 54, just months ago? It looks like Hugh has moved on from his previous love interests to find someone who shares his taste for fish sticks and ice cream.

The Scholarly Note.com revealed last August that Hugh introduced Heidi to the cast and crew while filming the latest Downton movie. And it seems she's been rubbing shoulders with the stars, getting an insider's look at the world of cinema. A source close to the set told The Scholarly Note.com that Heidi's presence on set was a game-changer for Hugh - he looked "perkier" and more energetic when she was around.

'She's neither a vegan or an influencer,' said the actor, who separated from his wife, Lulu Williams, in 2023 (pictured together in 2019)

But what really got tongues wagging is the way the couple was spotted cuddling during breaks from filming scenes next to a church. A source said: "Hugh and Heidi seemed really loved up and excited to be in each other's company." It looks like these two are head over heels for each other!

And just last week, the couple looked happier than ever as they walked the red carpet together at the film's premiere. Hugh cut a dashing figure in his black tuxedo, while Heidi stunned in her glamorous black and nude dazzling gown that showed off her amazing figure.

But amidst all the glamour and glitz, one thing is clear: Heidi Kadlecova has been caught out for her hypocrisy. Will she be able to regain her status as a vegan influencer, or will this scandal tarnish her reputation forever? Only time will tell!

UPDATE: We've reached out to Heidi's team for comment on the scandal, but so far, they haven't responded. Stay tuned for more updates on this juicy celebrity gossip!