Bradley Cooper finally addresses plastic surgery rumours

Bradley Cooper shuts down plastic surgery rumours, speaking openly on podcast as fans debate his look

Bradley Cooper has directly addressed long running speculation about his appearance, finally responding to rumours that he has undergone plastic surgery. The actor spoke candidly during a recent appearance on the SmartLess podcast, where he joined hosts Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett for an unfiltered conversation that quickly gained attention online.

During the episode, Will Arnett recalled being asked in the past to share something about Cooper that people might not know. Arnett explained that he had been tempted to address the persistent claims about Cooper altering his face, saying that despite constant chatter, the truth was that Cooper had not had any work done. Bateman echoed the statement, reinforcing that the rumours were unfounded and based largely on assumptions rather than facts.

Cooper himself reacted with a mix of amusement and frustration, noting that strangers had recently approached him to comment on how he looked. He suggested that the speculation had intensified in recent weeks, coinciding with his increased public appearances while promoting his latest film. While he did not appear defensive, he made it clear that the ongoing focus on his face felt exaggerated and disconnected from reality.

Arnett added that seeing such claims repeated bothered him, especially because people often speak with confidence about things they cannot possibly know. He described the rumours as lazy and misleading, a sentiment that resonated with many listeners once clips from the podcast began circulating online.

The conversation comes as Cooper continues press duties for Is This Thing On?, a project in which he both directs and stars alongside Arnett and Laura Dern. The film explores themes of identity, ageing, and personal reinvention, subjects that some fans noted felt unintentionally mirrored by the scrutiny Cooper faces in real life. His visibility during screenings, premieres, and interviews has only fuelled renewed discussion about his appearance.

Online reaction to Cooper’s comments was swift. Many fans defended him, pointing out how lighting, weight changes, facial hair, and ageing can alter how someone looks over time. Others criticised the broader culture that fixates on whether actors have had cosmetic procedures, arguing that such speculation distracts from their work.

Cooper’s remarks also sparked wider discussion about male celebrities and appearance based rumours, an area often overshadowed by similar scrutiny placed on women. Supporters praised him for addressing the topic without theatrics, while still setting the record straight.