Whether confirmed or just speculated by fans and plastic surgeons alike, many celebrities have sparked intense online debates over their changing facial features, particularly around the cheeks.
From impossibly sculpted jawlines to hollowed mid-faces, many believe these stars may have undergone buccal fat removal, also known as bichectomy, an increasingly maligned cosmetic procedure that slims the lower face by removing the fat pads from the cheeks.
The procedure is usually combined with filler injections in the cheekbone area, creating an even more angular appearance.
While some deny it and others stay silent, the suspicion remains. Here's a breakdown of the most talked-about faces in Hollywood that have fueled buccal fat removal rumors.
#21 Cynthia Erivo
Known for her sharp features, Erivo’s face has appeared increasingly hollow in recent appearances, fueling rumors of buccal fat removal.
Her recent casting as Jesus in Superstar and her androgynous look on the Wicked tour have divided fans, with some seeing her transformation as forced.
Her recent casting as Jesus in Superstar and her androgynous look on the Wicked tour have divided fans, with some seeing her transformation as forced.
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#22 Bobby Norris
The TOWIE star is one of the few on this list who has openly confirmed going under the knife.
In August 2024, Bobby Norris shared a 6-week post-op update revealing he had both buccal fat removal and chin liposuction. Following his recovery, many netizens believe he replaced the volume lost with fillers.
In August 2024, Bobby Norris shared a 6-week post-op update revealing he had both buccal fat removal and chin liposuction. Following his recovery, many netizens believe he replaced the volume lost with fillers.
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#23 Timothée Chalamet
Chalamet’s razor-sharp cheekbones have become his signature, but some fans believe even he may have undergone a minor tweak to exaggerate the effect.
Speculation reached a fever-pitch during the promotional tour for 2023’s Wonka, where his appearance differed greatly from that of his earlier years, looking significantly more gaunt.
Speculation reached a fever-pitch during the promotional tour for 2023’s Wonka, where his appearance differed greatly from that of his earlier years, looking significantly more gaunt.
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#24 Emily Ratajkowski
Always admired for her bone structure, the actress’ look has evolved to appear even more hollowed in the cheeks.
While Emily denies having done any work to her face, some clinics have begun using her as an example of buccal fat removal and the look it creates.
While Emily denies having done any work to her face, some clinics have begun using her as an example of buccal fat removal and the look it creates.
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#25 Sarah Hyland
The Modern Family star has faced accusations of buccal fat removal, but she’s repeatedly denied having surgery.
Hyland suffers from kidney dysplasia and has undergone two transplants, with her appearance often affected by medication and illness.
She’s spoken candidly about her struggles, saying her face reflects survival rather than cosmetic work.
“This year has brought a lot of change and with that, physical changes,” she said in 2024.
Hyland suffers from kidney dysplasia and has undergone two transplants, with her appearance often affected by medication and illness.
She’s spoken candidly about her struggles, saying her face reflects survival rather than cosmetic work.
“This year has brought a lot of change and with that, physical changes,” she said in 2024.
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#26 Amelia Gray Hamlin
The model daughter of Lisa Rinna and Harry Hamlin has fully embraced the modern high-fashion look that demands a dramatically slim, sculpted face.
The changes have been so striking that even her fans admit there seems to be no other explanation but plastic surgery, with buccal fat removal being the most widely suspected.
The changes have been so striking that even her fans admit there seems to be no other explanation but plastic surgery, with buccal fat removal being the most widely suspected.
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#27 Michelle Trachtenberg
The late Gossip Girl actress was on the receiving end of constant speculation regarding her appearance.
Netizens repeatedly accused her of undergoing the infamous surgery, but little did they know her health was declining rapidly after a liver transplant and diabetes complications.
Trachtenberg passed away on February 26, 2025.
Netizens repeatedly accused her of undergoing the infamous surgery, but little did they know her health was declining rapidly after a liver transplant and diabetes complications.
Trachtenberg passed away on February 26, 2025.
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#28 Gail Kim
The wrestler and model has been subject to cosmetic surgery discussions, with some pointing toward the noticeable shift in her cheek volume over time. Her fans, however, believe her changes to be the result of makeup.
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#29 Jennifer Aniston
Though subtle, Aniston’s face has looked leaner in recent years, especially around the cheeks. Some netizens suspect mild buccal fat removal, though the actress has never confirmed any procedures beyond skincare and lasers.
Her fans, on the other hand, have vehemently defended their idol, claiming that the scrutiny is nothing more than ageism.
Her fans, on the other hand, have vehemently defended their idol, claiming that the scrutiny is nothing more than ageism.
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