Jennifer Love Hewitt is speaking out about the attention on her body -- and how it almost prevented her from appearing in the new I Know What You Did Last Summer sequel.

Jennifer Love Hewitt opened up about how viral 2007 beach photos sparked her insecurities and how she's reclaimed her power in the years since

The 46-year-old actor, producer, and mother of three wore a figure-hugging, black beaded gown to the debut of the horror-thriller on Monday, July 14. While many praised her look, some online users body-shamed her—prompting swift backlash from fans, influencers, and experts alike.