Olivia Munn Reveals Chris Pine Paparazzi Moment Sparked Trichotillomania

Olivia Munn has never shied away from telling it like it is. But this time, she peeled back a layer few knew about. On a recent episode of Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard, Olivia talked about something that started years ago but still stays with her now — her struggle with trichotillomania.

She linked it all the way back to a moment with her ex, Chris Pine. The two dated over 15 years ago, back when Pine was shooting into the spotlight with Star Trek. Olivia remembers leaving his place and getting caught by paparazzi. She was just carrying a small clutch. Seemed harmless enough. But then the photos hit the internet.

How Did One Photo Start It All?

For Olivia, the fallout was fast and sharp. She did what so many of us do — she checked the comments. In her words, that was the “horrible thing.” People tore into her. Accusations flew that she staged the whole scene. Trolls mocked her for carrying a clutch during the day. It sounds small, but for her, it triggered something bigger.

She explained that this moment kicked off her trichotillomania — an urge to pull out body hair. For Olivia, that means her eyelashes. She described the cycle. There’s a tingle, a thought that a lash might come loose anyway. She pulls it. There’s a pinch of pain, then a weird flicker of relief. But then, regret follows quick.

What Does Olivia Say About OCD And Anxiety?

This isn’t the first time Olivia has spoken about mental health. She’s shared before that her trichotillomania ties into her OCD. She opened up in Self back in 2014, saying her OCD roots reach into her past. Growing up was bumpy. A big family. Moving around. Not always feeling settled.

When she stepped into the spotlight — first on TV and then in movies like X-Men: Apocalypse — that old anxiety resurfaced. She felt like she had to be perfect, to keep people happy, not let anyone down. That pressure mixed with the harsh glare of paparazzi made her old patterns come back.

How Is Olivia Coping Now?

Today, Olivia has a full plate. She’s a mom of two — Malcolm is three, and little Mei just nine months. She’s also honest that this mental tug-of-war hasn’t magically disappeared. But talking about it helps. She’s clear about what the cycle feels like and why it’s so tough to break.

Olivia’s story is a reminder that fame doesn’t erase the hard stuff. Sometimes, it just shines a brighter light on it. And by sharing, she’s giving people who feel the same urges a reason to feel less alone.

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