“What Happened to Him?” Bradley Cooper, 50, Debuts a Striking New Look — Plastic Surgery Rumors Swirl

When Bradley Cooper stepped onto the red carpet this fall, fans couldn’t help but notice — something about him looked different. The Oscar-nominated actor appeared noticeably refreshed, sparking a wave of speculation about whether he might have undergone a few subtle cosmetic tweaks. Now, plastic surgery experts are chiming in with their thoughts on what could be behind Cooper’s transformed appearance.

In October 2025, Bradley made an appearance at a film premiere — and stunned everyone with his dramatically changed appearance. Plastic surgeons quickly analyzed the photos to discuss the possible cosmetic procedures the Oscar-nominated actor might have undergone to achieve his new look.

Dr. Maercks, the founder of The Maercks Institute, said that in his opinion, Bradley may have had a neck lift or a lateral face lift to create a more youthful look. However, the expert noted that because the procedure does not affect the central part of the face, it has noticeably altered Bradley’s overall appearance.

Previously, Bradley Cooper debuted his refreshed look during a casual dinner with longtime friend Jennifer Garner. Paparazzi quickly captured the moment — and the internet wasted no time, spiraling into a mini identity crisis over the surprising photos.

With mid-length, slightly tousled hair and a salt-and-pepper mustache, Bradley’s look struck that perfect balance between effortless and intentional — just messy enough to make you wonder if it was all by design. And no, this wasn’t a one-off experiment. A few weeks earlier, Cooper had turned heads at Paris Fashion Week with the same laid-back vibe: shaggy waves, collar-grazing layers, and the unmistakable confidence of someone who couldn’t care less whether you approve or not.

However, many people didn’t appreciate Bradley’s new look—some felt his hairstyle was messy and just didn’t suit him:

• “What happened to Bradley Cooper???? He was the hottest man alive in Hangover... he now looks unrecognizable ???”
• “The hair and moustaches 😫 somebody please tell him..”
• “Wow I didn’t recognize him for a second.”
• “I’m sorry but that is not the haircut for him. Grow up!” “Dear God, Bradley, run a brush through your hair. You’ve got a lot of money, look like it.”
• “What happened to him. I’ve never liked him much but now, even worse. Did he become Chamalet’s twin brother.”

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid’s romance is heating up, and according to insiders, Gigi has never been happier.