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Anton Arandia

KJ Apa Reveals Eating Disorder During Riverdale After Disturbing McDonald's Binge Confession

KJ Apa in 'I Still Believe' (Credit: Screenshot via Youtube/Lionsgate Movies)

KJ Apa has spoken candidly about his battle with an eating disorder during his time filming Riverdale, revealing how the pressure to maintain a muscular physique led him into an unhealthy cycle of binge eating, purging and obsessive behaviour around food.

The New Zealand actor made the admission during an appearance on the Wildmen podcast, where he reflected on the physical and mental challenges he faced while starring as Archie Andrews on the hit CW series.

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