Cinderella' Star Lily James Sets Record Straight on Photoshopped Waist Rumors - ABC News
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When the first images from the revamped “Cinderella” movie were released, they set off a firestorm of speculation.
Actress Lily James, who plays Ella, sets the record straight.
Actress Lily James, who plays Ella in the new Disney movie, says it's her real waist in the iconic dress.
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Cinderella's controversial fairytale waistline
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Cinderella director Kenneth Branagh denies photoshopping Lily James' waist, The Independent
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Disney 'denies digitally altering Lily James' waist in Cinderella film
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Lily James Says 'Cinderella' Waist Controversy Is Upsetting & Boring: Photo 3322445, Lily James, Richard Madden Photos
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Disney deny Photoshopping Lily James' waist in new Cinderella film to make her look slimmer - Mirror Online
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Lily James Says No CGI Used to Shrink Cinderella Waist
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Cinderella's controversial fairytale waistline
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Lily James Says No CGI Used to Shrink Cinderella Waist
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