Hollywood is no stranger to transformations. Some celebrity makeovers have baffled even the biggest fans. From subtle tweaks to full overhauls, these celebs have undergone many changes and now look very different. Whether it’s for beauty, job security, or just keeping up appearances, here’s a look at some of the most talked-about stars after cosmetic surgeries.
1. Madonna
Madonna finally addressed the rumors and confirmed she has had some cosmetic work done, though she didn’t say exactly what. According to plastic surgeon Dr. Barry Weintraub, her face shows signs of at least a dozen procedures. He even guessed the total cost might be hundreds of thousands of dollars. Whatever the case, Madonna’s definitely not aging like most people.
2. Jocelyn Wildenstein
Jocelyn Wildenstein, often called “Catwoman” by the press, has had a dramatic transformation. She started off with simple eye lifts, and it all went downhill from there. She once said that her ex didn’t like being around older people, which partly motivated her to keep tweaking her look. She asserts that her feline features, such as high cheekbones and cat-like eyes, are inherited.
3. Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson’s changing appearance over the years became one of the most talked-about celebrity transformations ever. His nose especially saw some major changes. MJ reportedly had multiple nose jobs that gave it a super slim, almost sculpted look. By the end of his life, his face had taken on an almost surreal quality, very different from how he looked in his younger days.
4. Donatella Versace
Donatella Versace’s look has changed a lot over the years. Her skin is incredibly smooth and tight, which is likely the result of a facelift or five. Fuller cheeks and lips suggest fillers or implants may also be involved. Whatever the exact combination is, her current appearance is a far cry from her younger self.
5. Lara Flynn Boyle
Though she’s never confirmed going under the knife, Twin Peaks star Lara Flynn Boyle’s face has clearly changed. In the early 2000s, fans noticed plumper lips and smoother skin, likely thanks to Botox or fillers. By 2006, her facial structure looked puffier, and some experts believe she may have had a facelift, lip work, and possibly a nose job. As time went on, it looked like the fillers may have worn off, giving her face a slightly saggy look.
6. Priscilla Presley
Priscilla Presley has admitted that her puffy cheeks are the result of silicone injections from an unlicensed doctor. Girl, if you have money, why are you letting some shady quack touch your face with a scalpel? Some experts, including Dr. Anthony Youn, believe that her skin’s tight, waxy appearance may also result from a combination of Botox and laser treatments over the years.
7. Joan Van Ark
Soap opera star Joan Van Ark, who was once known for her classic beauty on shows like Knots Landing, looks extremely different now. She’s reportedly had a long list of procedures, including facelifts, Botox, brow lifts, cheek implants, and fillers. All these transformations have left her with a look that is significantly different from how fans remember her.
8. Courteney Cox
Courteney Cox has been pretty open about her cosmetic procedures. Dermatologist Dr. Daniel Lanzer believes she’s had fillers in her cheeks, lips, and around her eyes, plus a subtle “mini facelift” that tightens the lower face and neck. Courteney herself has said she prefers a more natural look now, reflecting a growing trend where people go for less obvious enhancements.
9. Tori Spelling
Tori Spelling has never denied she’s had some work done, but she insists it’s not as extreme as people say. The actress has been the subject of surgery rumors since she was a teenager. Even her famous dad, Aaron Spelling, once had to step in and shoot down the gossip. Still, public fascination with her looks has followed her for most of her career.
10. Zac Efron
When Zac Efron showed up in 2021 looking like he had a much bigger jawline, fans couldn’t help but notice. Zac later explained it was due to a jaw injury in 2013, but many pointed out that he looked totally normal in movies filmed after the accident. Plastic surgeon Dr. Gary Motykie has doubts about Zac’s story and thinks cosmetic surgery or even performance-enhancing drugs could be behind the drastic change.
