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In our gallery, you'll find stars who were once considered major heartthrobs but have now undergone such drastic changes that one may need to take a second glance to recognize them. The transformations of these celebrities can be quite alarming.
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Mickey Rourke was once considered a prominent sex symbol and renowned womanizer, particularly during his appearance in '9 1/2 Weeks,' where he broke the hearts of numerous women. However, in recent decades, the actor has undergone significant changes and appears to have overindulged in cosmetic surgery.
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Unfortunately, some cosmetic surgeries did not go as hoped and left their mark. The reason for the interventions was his passion for boxing. In an interview with 'MailOnline', Mickey Rourke said of his surgeries: "Most of the surgeries were to rebuild my face after boxing. [...] My nose was broken twice. [...] I had five surgeries on my nose and one on my broken cheekbone. But I went to the wrong guy to get my face patched up."
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Matthew Perry is primarily known for his role as the witty and sarcastic "Chandler Bing" on the popular TV series 'Friends'. However, as time has passed since the show ended, the actor has naturally undergone changes and has evolved his appearance accordingly.
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Matthew Perry's aging process is noticeable, as he now sports gray hair and appears bloated. It's possible that his past struggles with alcohol and drug addiction could have contributed to his current appearance.
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Actress Amanda Bynes rose to global fame as a teenager through her performances in films such as 'What Girls Want'. With her talent and charm, all doors seemed to be open for her in the entertainment industry, but...
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Amanda Bynes obstructed her own progress, as she became embroiled in scandal due to her alcohol-related crashes. However, she has since regained control of her life, although her appearance has altered significantly. On the following slide, another celebrity is featured who has undergone noticeable changes in recent years.
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Britney Spears' ex, Kevin Federline, used to be a heartthrob due to his dream body as a dancer. He gained international fame through his relationship with the pop star from 2004 to 2007.
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Today, he is unrecognizable, having gained a significant amount of weight and appearing unkept in his appearance.
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Jennifer Grey is best known for her role as "Baby Houseman" in the '80s cult film 'Dirty Dancing'. But after the film's worldwide success, a drastic change followed, which not only disappointed her fans, but also denied the actress further job offers in show business.
The celebrities featured in our gallery were once the center of attention on the red carpet, but the way they currently look can be quite unsettling. Life in Hollywood has certainly left its mark on these stars.
With these celebrities, you may have to take a second look to recognize them...