Maisie Williams Transforms for 'The New Look' Role, Losing Over 25 Pounds

The weight loss journey was rigorously supervised by medical professionals, reflecting the dedication to authenticity.

Maisie Williams underwent a significant physical transformation to play Catherine Dior in the Apple TV+ series 'The New Look', including losing over 25 pounds and shaving her head.
The weight loss process was closely monitored by a team of medical professionals, involving strict dietary restrictions and methods to induce sweating.
Williams experienced severe nightmares and insomnia during the transformation, often feeling trapped and having visions of men in uniform.
The role of Catherine Dior, a WWII French resistance fighter and Nazi concentration camp survivor, required Williams to embody the character's physical and emotional trauma.
'The New Look' series, premiering on February 14, 2024, explores the lives of fashion designers Coco Chanel and Christian Dior during World War II, highlighting the lesser-known story of Catherine Dior.