Katie Price admits she has body dysmorphia in emotional talk with daughter Princess

Katie Price has acknowledged having body dysmorphia in an emotionally raw conversation with her daughter, Princess Andre, during a recent episode of The Princess Diaries on ITV2. The former glamour model revealed her struggles with self-image, while Princess expressed concern over her mother’s appearance and mental health. During a candid moment while canoeing, Princess commented on her mother’s physique, noting, “You’ve got very little arms. You’re very tiny.” Katie responded by acknowledging her thinness, saying, “I am a little bit thin,” as she examined her arms and legs. The exchange highlighted the ongoing tension between Katie’s self-perception and her daughter’s perspective. Princess directly asked Katie if she believed she suffered from body dysmorphia, a psychological condition characterized by excessive preoccupation with perceived flaws in one’s physical appearance. Katie affirmed that she did, stating, “I think you do. I think you're very beautiful and you don’t notice it.” This admission marks a significant step in Katie’s openness about her mental health struggles. In a heartfelt moment, Princess elaborated on her thoughts regarding her mother’s past decisions, including multiple cosmetic procedures. She noted, “The fact mum got surgery at a young age, like my age, got boob jobs. I think it is sad that anyone kind of wants to change themselves in any way because in my head you are made the way you're made and everyone should be confident.” Princess emphasized her belief in self-acceptance, suggesting that altering one’s appearance can lead to internal conflict. The conversation took a reflective turn as Katie discussed her own experiences with fashion and confidence. She recalled her younger years, saying, “Back in the Jordan days, God, the outfits I used to wear at your age. You would never wear the outfits I wore. You're more classy than me.” Princess attributed her mother’s style choices to her father, Peter Andre, who she claimed had been strict about her clothing choices. “Probably is because of my dad though, 'cause he used to be a bit funny with me wearing certain things. So I do get it now I'm older, like you do wanna show off a bit more at events and that,” she added. Princess further suggested that Katie had always harbored insecurities, even during her peak modeling career. “When mum was my age, she was very work-driven and she had so many goals that she wanted to achieve, and as much as on the outside she might seem confident, deep inside, you know, everyone has insecurities,” she explained. This insight underscores the complexity of Katie’s public persona versus her private emotions. The discussion between mother and daughter offers a rare glimpse into the intersection of personal identity, family dynamics, and mental health. As the conversation unfolded, both women appeared to navigate their relationship with honesty and vulnerability, highlighting the importance of open dialogue in addressing issues such as body image and self-worth.