Washington DC, Jan. 2 -- 'Abbott Elementary' star Quinta Brunson has dismissed pregnancy rumours after social media users speculated about her appearance in a New Year's Eve photo she shared online, E! News reported.

The actor and creator of the hit ABC comedy addressed the speculation after posting a picture of herself wearing a white, knitted pullover with a matching beanie and a festive headband reading "2026".

The outfit led some social media users to assume she might be expecting. Responding to the rumours on her Instagram Story, the 36-year-old wrote, "Not preggers. Sweater in odd position," E! News reported.

Brunson has previously spoken about her discomfort with public speculation surrounding her personal life. In an earlier in...