In the age of hyper-visibility and ever-evolving beauty standards, it’s no surprise that fans and plastic surgery experts alike are speculating about the changing faces of Hollywood’s elite. One trend, in particular, has come under heavy scrutiny: buccal fat removal—a procedure that slims the face by removing fat pads from the cheeks, creating a sharper, more sculpted look.

While some stars deny going under the knife and others remain tight-lipped, the internet has erupted with side-by-side comparisons, speculation, and concern. For some fans, these facial changes reflect evolving beauty ideals. For others, they’re cautionary tales of going too far in the name of aesthetics.

Here are 29 celebrities who’ve sparked rumors, controversy, or outright admissions regarding buccal fat removal:

1. Anya Taylor-Joy

Once admired for her wide-eyed innocence and ethereal features, Anya’s noticeably hollow cheeks have fans debating whether her transformation is natural or surgical. She’s now often referenced in online discussions criticizing buccal fat removal.

2. Demi Moore

Demi shocked fans at a Fendi runway appearance, where her dramatically sunken cheeks sparked rumors of a recent procedure. Many pointed to her dramatically altered face as evidence of buccal fat removal.

3. Lauren Sanchez

Jeff Bezos’s wife has raised eyebrows for her ultra-defined cheeks and sharp facial angles. Critics say her appearance is the result of multiple cosmetic enhancements, buccal fat removal included.

4. Megan Fox

Though Megan’s fans attribute her facial changes to aging and makeup, others believe her sharp cheek contours are the result of buccal fat removal—especially after her return to the spotlight post-pregnancy.

5. Jenna Ortega

Known for her role in Wednesday, Jenna’s recent red carpet appearances have fans alarmed by her gaunt cheeks. While many suspect surgery, her followers insist it’s just contouring and camera angles.

6. Dove Cameron

The Disney alum has had one of the most talked-about transformations. Her sharp jawline, lifted brows, and dramatically slim cheeks have fans convinced she’s had several procedures, with buccal fat removal leading the list.

7. Ariana Grande

Grande’s slimmed-down look has fueled debate—especially paired with noticeable weight loss. Critics argue she’s gone too far, while she’s asked fans to stop commenting on her body entirely.

8. Erin Moriarty

Her drastic transformation between seasons of The Boys left fans confused. Many argue she no longer resembles her “girl-next-door” character, and buccal fat removal is often blamed.

9. Bella Hadid

Bella’s high-fashion look has long been discussed, with many citing her as a poster child for modern aesthetics. Though she’s denied everything but a nose job, fans aren’t convinced.

10. Lea Michele

Subtle facial changes over time have led some fans to suspect Michele of having the procedure. While her look is more sculpted, others say it simply highlights her features in a new way.

11. Miley Cyrus

Fans have speculated that Cyrus’s face has been reshaped—not just by age or weight loss—but by surgery, with particular emphasis on her sharper jawline and more angular cheekbones.

12. Sophie Turner

Turner’s facial changes sparked widespread rumors until she set the record straight. After recovering from bulimia, her facial bloating subsided—leading many to wrongly assume she’d had surgery.

13. Mila Kunis

Though fans have speculated about surgery, most believe Kunis’s facial changes are due to natural aging. As one fan put it: “She’s aging, which makes buccal fat removal even more unnecessary.”

14. Zoë Kravitz

Her facial structure has always been admired, but recent paparazzi photos show an even more exaggerated angularity—leading to whispers of surgical enhancement.

15. Hailey Bieber

Side-by-side comparisons of Bieber’s past and present appearances have circulated widely online. While she’s stayed quiet, fans believe buccal fat removal may be one of several changes.

16. Chrissy Teigen

Teigen is one of the few stars who has openly admitted to buccal fat removal—and says she doesn’t regret it.

17. Angelina Jolie

Her high cheekbones have always been a signature trait, but some believe her later-in-life look is more sculpted than naturally possible.

18. Katy Perry

While she’s admitted to using injectables, many believe Perry’s changing face—especially her cheeks—is also a result of buccal fat removal.

19. Danna Paola

Fans have expressed disappointment at Paola’s altered look, claiming her once-youthful, full face has now become overly gaunt.

20. Khloé Kardashian

Khloé’s appearance has shifted so dramatically over the years that it’s almost impossible to pinpoint one procedure. Buccal fat removal is just one of many rumored tweaks.

21. Timothée Chalamet

Even the men aren’t exempt. Chalamet’s razor-sharp cheekbones have led some fans to believe he may have had subtle enhancements to sharpen his already angular features.

22. Cynthia Erivo

Known for her bold roles and style, Erivo’s increasingly hollow cheeks have raised eyebrows in recent appearances.

23. Sarah Hyland

Despite public speculation, Hyland’s facial changes are attributed to medical treatments following two kidney transplants. She’s been candid about the toll her health has taken on her appearance.

24. Amelia Gray Hamlin

The model has embraced a high-fashion look that critics say is the result of heavy cosmetic work, especially around the cheeks and jawline.

25. Emily Ratajkowski

While she denies any facial surgery, Ratajkowski’s sculpted cheekbones have become so defined that some clinics use her as an example of post-buccal fat removal aesthetics.

26. Bobby Norris

Norris is another celebrity who openly admitted to buccal fat removal—along with chin lipo—and shared his post-op experience publicly.

27. Michelle Trachtenberg

The late Gossip Girl actress was often accused of cosmetic surgery, but her facial changes were due to health complications. She passed away in early 2025.

28. Gail Kim

Though her appearance has changed, fans believe makeup—not surgery—is behind the subtle transformation.

29. Jennifer Aniston

Even Aniston hasn’t escaped the rumor mill. Some fans believe her slimmer cheeks are the result of minor buccal fat removal, though she attributes her glow to skincare and non-invasive treatments.