Once considered a domain exclusively for women, cosmetic procedures such as Botox, fillers, and facelifts are increasingly being embraced by male celebrities. This trend sees a growing number of famous men opting for subtle or significant changes to their appearance, challenging traditional gender norms surrounding aesthetic treatments.
Wayne Rooney, the former England footballer, has recently garnered attention for his “glow-up,” which includes a nose job, a slimmer physique, and Invisalign orthodontics. While Rooney has attributed his weight loss to diet and exercise, he has also undergone a medical necessity for his nose. He clarified that his wife, Coleen Rooney, encouraged the nose surgery after he broke his nose twice during his football career, explaining it was to fix breathing issues and correct a medical problem. The procedure, which involved inserting plastic tubes to keep his nostrils open during healing, was revealed on his podcast.
Actor Barry Keoghan has also faced widespread speculation about cosmetic enhancements. Observers noted fuller cheeks and lips when he attended the New York premiere of "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" in March. A cosmetic dermatologist suggested these changes appeared consistent with cheek fillers, which can create a rounded or slightly puffy appearance. Keoghan recently revealed he underwent a skin-tightening treatment called XERF, a high-tech procedure popular among celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Naomi Watts. This non-surgical treatment uses radiofrequency energy to stimulate collagen production, aiming to lift and firm the face. The procedure, which costs up to £4,500 for a course of two treatments, involves no cuts or injections and allows patients to resume normal activities immediately, with results developing gradually over several months.
Keoghan has spoken candidly about the impact of online criticism on his appearance, revealing that cruel comments had made him reluctant to attend events and even question his career. He expressed concern about his son potentially reading these remarks in the future.
Other notable figures have also been subjects of discussion regarding their changing appearances. Jim Carrey, known for his expressive face, sparked debate after appearing at the César Awards in Paris in February 2026 with a noticeably different look. While Carrey has not commented publicly, several aesthetic doctors have speculated that he may have undergone procedures like a brow lift, Botox, and possibly a rhinoplasty. Rylan Clark has been open about his past cosmetic procedures, including £25,000 worth of veneers, lip fillers, and Botox. He recently described a facial procedure as "traumatic and invasive," though he has not detailed the exact treatment.
Simon Cowell has openly discussed his past use of fillers and Botox, admitting he once went "too far" and looked "like something out of a horror film," causing his son distress. He has since reverted to a filler-free face and now attributes his appearance to a healthy diet and ample water intake. Cowell also underwent a non-surgical facelift using threads in 2018. Mickey Rourke's appearance has significantly changed over the decades, partly due to reconstructive surgery following injuries sustained during his boxing career. He has spoken about undergoing multiple operations on his nose and a smashed cheekbone, admitting the results of the reconstructive surgery were not ideal. Bobby Norris, a reality television personality, has been transparent about undergoing numerous cosmetic procedures, including a face and neck lift and eye-bag removal, after a decade of using fillers. He has spent over £50,000 on various treatments, documenting his experiences openly.