Days after Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s look at his Fuze premiere sparked a frenzy among fans, experts have now offered their analysis.
Some claimed that the actor had undergone a cosmetic procedure, while others chalked it up to a grooming change and natural ageing.
Netizens have also remained divided over his appearance, although Aaron Taylor-Johnson hasn’t admitted to having any cosmetic procedures done.
Aesthetic Physician Claims Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s Facial Change Wasn’t As A Result Of A Cosmetic Procedure
The London premiere of “Fuze” saw Aaron Taylor-Johnson become the subject of discussion, as changes in his facial appearance led to speculation of cosmetic surgery among fans and observers.
Weighing in on the topic, Dr. Shamsa Kanwal, a board-certified dermatologist and aesthetic physician, told the Daily Mail that the changes were more likely due to either natural changes or grooming.
“My impression is that the change is more likely due to grooming, hair, facial hair removal, lighting, and natural weight or volume fluctuation than to any obvious surgical intervention,” said Kanwal to the outlet.
“A beard can dramatically strengthen the jaw and lower face on camera, so shaving it off can make someone look surprisingly different overnight,” she added.
The expert also claimed that upon her analysis of pictures of Taylor-Johnson’s photos from the premiere, she could not identify a “single feature here that strongly points to a major cosmetic procedure.”
Other Experts Shared Alternative Reasons For The Actor’s New Look
Other experts seemed to disagree with Kanwal, but even though they pointed to cosmetic intervention, they weren’t sure whether it was invasive or non-invasive, or which part of the face was affected.
Cosmetic injectable specialist Dr Charles Runels claimed that Taylor-Johnson might have used “carefully placed botulinum toxin treatment” to “relax the depressor muscles of the brow.”
He suggested this was the reason behind what he described as the “recalibration of proportions” in the actor’s face, especially in the brow and midface.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s ‘Most Dramatic Change’ Linked To A ‘Loss Of Volume’ In His Lower Face
Beverly Hills cosmetic surgeon Dr. Robert Setari pointed to an alleged “loss of volume” in Taylor-Johnson’s lower face as the “most dramatic change,” and that a buccal fat removal was the likely procedure used.
“This procedure involves the surgical extraction of the fat pads in the lower cheek to create a more permanent, angular contour,” he shared.
According to the expert, the actor’s jawline is now more defined, and his nose and eyes have also experienced some changes.
For the former, he linked it to fillers or more permanent options like a chin implant, while the nose effect could be a result of “liquid rhinoplasty,” and the eyes may be due to subtle eyelid procedures.
How Netizens Reacted To The Actor’s Appearance At ‘Fuze’ Premiere
Online, people had varying views about Taylor-Johnson’s face, with some claiming it was due to a cosmetic procedure.
“It’s not aging, he did something to his face,” one wrote, while another commented, “the buccal fat removal.”
Some, however, noted alternative reasons for the change-up, including the actor’s lack of facial hair and a possible use of makeup.
“Guys, I think it’s the lack of facial hair (and longer head hair) that’s throwing us off,” one wrote.
“Y’all asking what’s wrong with Aaron and it’s makeup and him making sure we see his cheekbones relax,” a second noted.
Others who weighed in chose to only express their shock about how unrecognizable the actor looked.
“Why does he look like he got all his beauty drained out of him?” a user commented.
One more wrote, “What in the hell happened? Genuinely, not trying to be mean…. This just doesn’t look like him at all! Something is different.”
Aaron Taylor-Johnson Is Being Hyped To Take On James Bond Role
In recent weeks, speculation has continued to grow that Taylor-Johnson may be the next actor to take up the Bond mantle.
The actor, alongside the likes of Callum Turner and Jacob Elordi, has been touted for the role among industry insiders and franchise enthusiasts.
He is also said to be a likely choice for the role by Barbara Broccoli, the daughter of the original James Bond producer, Albert R. Broccoli.
Amazon Prime currently has creative control of the James Bond franchise after striking a deal with Barbara and her brother, Michael, in March 2025.
Given the franchise’s notoriety for secrecy, it is unlikely that confirmation of Taylor-Johnson’s casting pr any other alternative actor will come anytime soon.