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More and more men are getting cosmetic procedures

Not long after Leonardo DiCaprio walked the red carpet as a Best Actor nominee at the Oscars a few weeks ago, the internet was buzzing about why the ’90s heartthrob suddenly looked so good again. Some liked the 51 year old’s new moustache, but many agreed that the actor’s face appeared slimmer, making them wonder if he’d dabbled in cosmetic treatments.

“I didn’t see any telltale signs of any plastic surgery,” said Dr. Asif Pirani, a plastic surgeon at Toronto Plastic Surgery Center. “I just think he’s leaned up and looks healthier, and so his jawline is more defined.”

That there was so much speculation about surgery is indicative of a larger cultural shift. From 2018 to 2024, the number of surgical procedures performed on men increased by 95 per cent worldwide, according to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Less invasive treatments such as injections and laser therapy rose even more, with a 116 per cent increase over the same period. Regardless of whether DiCaprio is taking part, it’s clear that many men are – famous or not.

The rise is something Pirani has personally observed. When he first went into practice in 2012, men made up less than five per cent of his patient population. Now, it’s at least 10 per cent. Pirani sees younger men seeking Botox and injectables, but he also noted a surge in more mature men requesting facelifts, neck lifts and eyelid surgery. “You’d be surprised,” he said, referencing the middle-aged professionals he treats who are feeling under pressure because they’re competing with younger men at work.

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Heather Widdows, a professor of philosophy at the University of Warwick in the U.K. and author of Perfect Me: Beauty as an Ethical Ideal, attributes this shift to the pandemic. “Those powerful CEOs might have looked in the mirror for five minutes in the morning and then they probably didn’t look at themselves very much again,” she said. “Then suddenly when they were doing their businesses online, they looked at themselves all the time, which completely changed their sense of self.”

Of course, this phenomenon isn’t exclusive to men – they’re simply the latest demographic for which plastic surgery is becoming normalized. “We’re seeing them aspire to more unrealistic and impossible ideals, like the kind of thing that women have been doing for a very long time,” said Widdows, who cited social media as another contributing factor. “We’re now seeing men be ashamed of their appearance and feel like they’re failing.”

The same trend is playing out in Hollywood, where stars such as Ryan Gosling and Bradley Cooper have recently drawn attention for their changing looks. Gosling appears to have had filler injected into the central mid-face, according to Pirani, a common procedure for replacing volume, but when it’s injected in the face centrally in a man’s face rather than along the cheekbone, the result is “a rounder, more feminine face.” This bloated appearance is likely what tipped people off that Gosling was dabbling in cosmetic work.

With a greater number of famous men submitting to cosmetic procedures, it’s no longer unusual for them to face the same kind of scrutiny and criticism that high-profile women do. Whether it’s Cooper sparking suspicion he’s had upper eyelid surgery or the recent appearance of an unrecognizable Jim Carrey at the César Awards in France giving rise to a conspiracy that an impersonator showed up in his place, online chatter about men’s faces is increasingly commonplace – and frenzied.

The pressure to preserve a sense of youthfulness is also the result of all genders today looking younger than they ever have. At 62, Brad Pitt is not how many envision or expect a man of his age to look. Gradually, that ends up normalizing the idea that an older-looking face is not how we are supposed to look.

“You can see how the norms flip,” said Widdows, “and we end up thinking that aging faces are disgusting and unhygienic because of that gradual shift.”

What’s also changed is that this kind of beauty work is no longer seen as unmasculine. “I think we’re moving away from that,” Widdows added. “Work on the body now is conflated with health work and well-being work, and that now includes aesthetic procedures.” Even though, she noted, they’re not really about health at all.

The Globe and Mail

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F1 Star Meets Kanye West’s Kids

Lewis Hamilton and Kim Kardashian’s growing relationship is back in the spotlight, and this time the focus is not only on the couple’s public displays of affection but also on the Formula One star’s developing bond with Kardashian’s four children.

Lewis Hamilton’s Bond With Kim Kardashian’s Children In The Spotlight After Monaco Grand Prix

The seven-time world champion recently sparked excitement among fans during the Monaco Grand Prix when he blew a kiss toward Kardashian after securing a second-place finish for Ferrari. Kardashian, who was watching from the paddock, was seen smiling and filming the moment on her phone as Hamilton celebrated on the podium.

While the romantic gesture quickly gained traction online, insiders say the relationship has become more serious away from the cameras, particularly because Hamilton has already spent time getting to know Kardashian’s children.

Has Lewis Hamilton Met Kim Kardashian’s Children?

According to reports, Hamilton recently joined Kardashian and her four children – North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm – on a trip to Tokyo, a move that signalled a new stage in the couple’s relationship. Sources close to Kardashian said the reality star is typically cautious about introducing new partners to her children and only does so when she feels a high level of trust and confidence in the relationship.

That trust appears to be growing. People familiar with the situation say Kardashian has been pleased with the way Hamilton interacts with her children, viewing the British racing icon as a positive influence in their lives. The fact that the children have already spent time with him has fueled speculation that the relationship is becoming increasingly serious.

Kim Kardashian’s net worth is approximately $1.9 billion (£1.4 billion), while Lewis Hamilton’s net worth is estimated between $300 million (£225 million) and $450 million (£338 million).

Lewis Hamilton’s Bond With Kim Kardashian’s Children In The Spotlight After Monaco Grand Prix

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Has Lewis Hamilton Met Kim Kardashian’s Children?

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Hamilton, who has largely kept his personal life private throughout his Formula One career, recently broke his silence about Kardashian while speaking after the Monaco Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver described it as ‘amazing’ to have her support during the race weekend and praised the people around him for helping him stay focused throughout the season.

Monaco Appearance And A New Phase Of Public Attention

The Monaco race marked Kardashian’s first appearance at a Formula One event since romance rumours began circulating earlier this year. The couple first sparked dating speculation in February after being spotted together in Paris before later making their relationship public through social media posts and joint appearances.

Kardashian’s presence at Monaco attracted attention from fans and media alike. She was photographed throughout the weekend in the Ferrari garage and paddock area, supporting Hamilton as he battled for a podium finish. The race ended with Hamilton taking second place, giving Ferrari another strong result during the 2026 season.

However, many observers believe the most notable development is not the couple’s public appearances but Hamilton’s growing connection with Kardashian’s family. For Kardashian, who shares her children with former husband Kanye West, introducing a partner to her children has historically been a significant milestone.

With Hamilton already spending time with the youngsters and earning Kardashian’s trust, fans are increasingly wondering whether the relationship could become one of the more serious romances either star has experienced in recent years.

For now, neither Hamilton nor Kardashian has publicly discussed his relationship with the children. Still, the combination of family trips, public support at races and increasingly frequent appearances together suggests their relationship is continuing to move forward both on and off the track.

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Selena Gomez’s $150 white sneakers pair perfectly with summer dresses

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During a recent trip to London, Selena Gomez spent time with music exec Vanessa Tara Angiuli, who posted several sweet snaps on her Instagram.

In one photo in front of Big Ben, Gomez paired the For Love & Lemons All Aboard Minidress with Cole Haan’s GrandPro Tennis 2.0 Sneakers for a stylish yet comfort-first ensemble.

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Brad Pitt will never marry again after Angelina Jolie

Brad Pitt tying the knot for a third time is reportedly off the table after his tumultuous divorce from ex-wife Angelina Jolie.

The actor, 62, has been dating jewelry designer Ines de Ramon, 33, since 2022, but marriage is not in the cards for them, sources told the Daily Mail in a report published Friday.

According to the report, while the couple is “very happy” and the A-list actor “enjoys the peace and support of his easygoing girlfriend,” they doubt he’s ever getting married again or having any more kids.

“He has a great partner who he appreciates but there is no rush in that direction,” one source said.

Jolie, 50, and Pitt split in 2016, then engaged in a contentious legal battle before settling eight years later in 2024. They’ve also been battling in court over Château Miraval, the posh estate they co-owned in France.

The exes’ six kids — Maddox, 24, Pax, 22, Zahara, 21, Shiloh, 19, and twins Knox and Vivienne, 17 — are also estranged from the “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” star.

A source told the Daily Mail, “There has been a campaign of alienation [by Jolie] which has been successful.”

“The antagonism is huge,” the source continued. “He has been alienated from the kids completely. It is devastating to him.”

Pitt was absent from Zahara’s graduation from Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia, last week. TMZ reported that Pitt did not reach out to Zahara ahead of her college graduation.

A source told the outlet, “Nothing prevented him from showing up for her. Or ever visiting her. The day was about all she accomplished. Not whether he was willing to attend.”

But a Pitt insider hit back, telling the Daily Mail, “You can’t have it both ways – to promote a complete estrangement and then criticize someone for not going to an event when you’ve made sure that they would not be welcome,” adding, “That’s not a situation which he created.”

Page Six has reached out to reps for Jolie and Pitt, but didn’t immediately receive a response.

Zahara notably dropped her dad’s last name while walking on stage to receive her diploma for her Bachelor of Arts in psychology — instead of Zahara Marley Jolie-Pitt, she was announced to the crowd as Zahara Marley Jolie.

A source told Page Six of the situation, “It’s a shame people feel the need to cast a shadow over this celebration by taking a dig at a father who has already been separated from his family,”

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