Plastic surgery has long been a topic of discussion, often centered around women. However, a growing number of male celebrities are now shedding light on their own cosmetic surgery journeys, revealing their motivations, regrets, and reflections on the procedures they underwent. Here’s a look at seven prominent men who have spoken openly about their experiences with plastic surgery.
Kenny Rogers: A Regretful Decision
In 2012, the iconic country music singer Kenny Rogers admitted to regretting his decision to undergo cosmetic surgery. Speaking to CBS, Rogers revealed that he had pursued surgery to improve his appearance, but later wished he had not gone as far. “I had the money to do it, and I had the time off,” Rogers explained, acknowledging that his decision was driven by a desire to “hide” himself. Despite receiving surgery from one of the world’s best professionals, Rogers expressed regret over the changes to his eyes, questioning whether they were worth the outcome. “The edge of your eyes had to be higher than a certain place. And I regret that,” he said, although he noted he wondered what he might have looked like without it.
Mickey Rourke: A Boxer’s Journey of Reconstruction
Actor and former boxer Mickey Rourke has been candid about the series of reconstructive surgeries he underwent to address the injuries sustained during his boxing career. In a 2009 interview, Rourke explained that most of the surgeries were aimed at repairing the damage done to his face from boxing, but he admitted to choosing the wrong surgeon. “Most of it was to mend the mess of my face because of the boxing, but I went to the wrong guy to put my face back together,” he said. Rourke has continued to be open about his cosmetic journey, humorously sharing his rhinoplasty experience in 2017 with an Instagram post that read, “Moments after nose surgery…Now I am pretty again.”
Simon Cowell: A Journey of Reflection
In 2022, television personality and music mogul Simon Cowell shared his decision to reverse the dermal fillers he had previously used, admitting that he had gone “too far” with the procedures. Cowell explained that seeing a photo of himself before the treatments made him realize he no longer recognized his own face. “I saw a picture of me from ‘before’ the other day and didn’t recognize it as me,” he said. By dissolving the fillers, Cowell embraced a more natural appearance and acknowledged the value of moderation in cosmetic procedures.
John Stamos: A Second Attempt at a Better Nose
In his memoir If You Would Have Told Me, actor John Stamos revealed his own cosmetic surgery experiences, including a nose job he underwent after seeing himself on television for the first time. Stamos wasn’t happy with the results, describing his nose as “kind of pushed up like Peter Pan.” He later decided to undergo a second procedure with the same surgeon who worked with Michael Jackson, joking, “Who better to handle the delicate task of resculpting my nose than the man who created a whole new face for M.J.?”
Jeff Lewis: An Unexpected Lip Filler Experience
Jeff Lewis, star of Flipping Out, opened up about his experience with lip fillers, which ultimately required intervention after a complication. In 2022, Lewis shared on Sirius XM that his lip filler had migrated, creating visible lumps. “The filler migrated into both sides of my upper lip and created two balls,” he explained. After consulting with his dermatologist, Lewis was relieved to learn that the filler could be dissolved rather than requiring surgical removal.
Zahid Ahmed: A Cautionary Tale
Pakistani actor Zahid Ahmed also shared a cautionary tale about his experience with a botched nose job. In a 2020 YouTube video, Ahmed revealed that his insecurities about his nose led him to pursue cosmetic surgery, only for the procedure to go wrong. “I thought it was a common procedure…but in my case, it went terribly wrong,” he said. Ahmed urged others to carefully consider the risks of cosmetic surgery, advising them to focus on their blessings rather than perceived flaws.
Reid Ewing: The Psychological Toll of Surgery
Actor Reid Ewing, best known for his role in Modern Family, shared his ongoing battle with body dysmorphia and its connection to his numerous cosmetic surgeries. In a 2015 essay for HuffPost, Ewing revealed that his journey began at the age of 19, undergoing multiple procedures, including cheek and chin implants. He admitted that each surgery led to new issues, creating a cycle of surgeries to fix the problems caused by previous ones. Ewing also discussed the psychological impact of his experiences, including isolation, depression, and the role body dysmorphia played in his decisions. He called for greater awareness of the mental health factors that influence people’s choices to undergo cosmetic surgery.
These celebrity stories shed light on the often complex and personal nature of cosmetic surgery, underscoring the importance of thoughtful consideration, both physically and psychologically, before making such permanent decisions.
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