Hilary Swank confronts criticism over late-age pregnancy on talk show

Hilary Swank confronts criticism over late-age pregnancy on talk show

Actress Hilary Swank addressed criticism over her late-age pregnancy on the Drew Barrymore Show, saying the backlash reflects a double standard between men and women who have children later in life. The appearance followed a day-long public display of her baby bump in New York City, reported by E! News, and came after she announced her third pregnancy — due in December — in an Instagram video, according to Yahoo, with CBS News noting she was 52 at the time.

Actors

Hilary Swank Philip Schneider Aya Ohm

Locations

California

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October 16, 2026
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Hilary Swank says she faces criticism for having a child in her fifties
Hilary Swank says she faces criticism for having a child in her fifties

Entertainment Weekly • 16 Oct 15:23

Actress Hilary Swank discussed the backlash she receives for becoming pregnant at 52, highlighting a perceived double standard between men and women who have children later in life.

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Hilary Swank Discusses Criticism Over Late-Age Pregnancy on Drew Barrymore Show
Hilary Swank Discusses Criticism Over Late-Age Pregnancy on Drew Barrymore Show

TODAY.com • 16 Oct 14:58

Hilary Swank addressed comments about women having children later in life after announcing her third pregnancy at age 52, highlighting a perceived double standard with men.

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Hilary Swank discusses criticism of older motherhood in interview
Hilary Swank discusses criticism of older motherhood in interview

Page Six • 16 Oct 01:55

Actress Hilary Swank addressed backlash against women having children later in life while announcing her third pregnancy.

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October 15, 2026
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Hilary Swank appears in New York City, showcasing pregnancy bump
Hilary Swank appears in New York City, showcasing pregnancy bump

E! News • 15 Oct 23:00

Actress Hilary Swank was seen in New York City on Oct. 15, displaying her baby bump a day after announcing her third pregnancy.

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Hilary Swank Announces Third Pregnancy
Hilary Swank Announces Third Pregnancy

The Cut • 15 Oct 13:34

Actress Hilary Swank, 52, revealed via Instagram that she and husband Philip Schneider are expecting their third child, following the birth of twins in 2023.

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Hilary Swank Announces Pregnancy at Age 52
Hilary Swank Announces Pregnancy at Age 52

CBS News • 15 Oct 11:08

Actress Hilary Swank revealed she is expecting her third child, due in December, at 52 years old.

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October 14, 2026
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Hilary Swank Announces Third Pregnancy on Instagram
Hilary Swank Announces Third Pregnancy on Instagram

Page Six • 14 Oct 20:21

Actress Hilary Swank, 52, revealed she is expecting her third child, due in December, via a family video posted on Instagram.

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Hilary Swank Announces Pregnancy, Expecting Third Child
Hilary Swank Announces Pregnancy, Expecting Third Child

Yahoo • 14 Oct 20:19

Actress Hilary Swank, 52, revealed she is pregnant with her third child, due in December, joining twins Aya and Ohm born in 2023.

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Hilary Swank Announces Pregnancy, Expecting Third Child
Hilary Swank Announces Pregnancy, Expecting Third Child

Yahoo • 14 Oct 20:19

Actress Hilary Swank, 52, revealed she is pregnant with her third child, due in December, joining twins Aya and Ohm born in 2023.

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