A digitally altered photo of Barbara Palvin has been circulating on Instagram in recent days, sparking confusion and criticism among users.
The image shows the Hungarian model posing next to her husband, Dylan Sprouse, with what appears to be a pregnant belly on a fake Vogue magazine cover – but the image was created using artificial intelligence.
The post appeared on a fan-created Instagram account dedicated to the Victoria’s Secret model, and reactions were swift.
Some users left congratulatory messages, while others immediately questioned its authenticity and pointed out clear signs of manipulation.
Many commenters also expressed discomfort with the choice to edit such a sensitive image. Several users noted that Palvin had spoken publicly about her struggle with endometriosis, a condition that can affect fertility. S
he previously revealed that she had surgery earlier this year to fix the problem.
One user wrote that creating and sharing an image like this was “in bad taste,” especially given how open she was about her diagnosis and the difficult symptoms she was dealing with.
Others agreed, saying the AI-generated photo crossed the line and could easily mislead people unaware of the context.
Although the image quickly gained attention, it was not posted by Palvin herself and no official comments were shared on her personal accounts.
For now, the post remains an example of how easily AI-edited images can elicit emotional reactions — and why many fans are committed to respecting personal topics, especially those involving health and family.
