Haylie Duff to star in Lifetime movie ‘Pretty Hurts’

Haylie Duff, known for her roles in “7th Heaven” and “Napoleon Dynamite,” is set to star in the upcoming Lifetime movie “Pretty Hurts,” which is scheduled to premiere on June 28. The film follows Duff’s character, Julie, a former beauty queen and mother, as she guides her daughter, Lauren, played by Sarah Borne, through a pageant. As Lauren reluctantly enters the competition to win money for college, the storyline delves into a world of intense competition and psychological manipulation masked by smiles and glamour.

The official synopsis reveals that as Lauren becomes consumed by the pageant, she is unaware that her friend Rae is battling meningitis B, a potentially deadly disease that can be prevented with vaccination. The movie aims to raise awareness about the disease through GSK’s “Ask2BSure” campaign, which provided funding for the project.

Haylie Duff’s portrayal of a mother navigating the complexities of pageantry and illness adds a compelling layer to the story, shedding light on the importance of meningitis B vaccinations. The film underscores the message of awareness and education, utilizing the pageant platform to advocate for health and safety.