- Ashton Kutcher says Hollywood applies “weird” double standards to cosmetic procedures.
- He contrasts public acceptance of dental work with stigma around rhinoplasty and other surgeries.
- Kutcher plays a villain in FX’s The Beauty, a drama about deadly beauty obsessions, premiering Jan. 21.
Kutcher calls out double standards in Hollywood
Ashton Kutcher told Vanity Fair that Hollywood treats different cosmetic procedures unequally. The actor — speaking about a “global obsession with beauty” — said some enhancements are socially acceptable while others draw judgment.
“My wife actually said to me, ‘Somebody walks around with braces or Invisalign, and that’s totally fine. But the minute someone gets a rhinoplasty, that’s viewed differently,’” Kutcher said. He pointed out that both are cosmetic changes — one to teeth, one to the nose — yet people react differently depending on the body part involved.
Kutcher, 47, described the inconsistency as “a really weird thing,” and said it’s an idea ripe for conversation. The comment reflects a wider cultural debate about beauty standards and how society polices personal appearance.
New role fuels the conversation: The Beauty
Kutcher’s observations tie directly into his latest project. In the upcoming FX horror drama The Beauty, he plays a billionaire who profits from black-market pharmaceuticals tied to extreme cosmetic procedures. The series—created by Ryan Murphy—explores the dangerous lengths people will go to chase an ideal appearance. The show is scheduled to premiere Jan. 21.
Kutcher admitted he was hesitant to take a long-term TV role because he wants to spend time with his children in Los Angeles. But Murphy convinced him the part was written for him, and that he’d never really played a villain before.
On weight-loss drugs and cultural trends
During the interview, Kutcher also raised concerns about the rapid spread of weight-loss medications such as GLP-1 drugs. He noted the drugs’ increasing availability and how policy changes are making them more accessible, which he sees as part of the broader conversation around modern beauty standards.
The series has already drawn comparisons to earlier films that probe similar themes, including The Substance, which starred Kutcher’s ex-wife, Demi Moore. Kutcher said he hasn’t seen that film but acknowledged the thematic overlap.
Personal life and perspective
Kutcher frequently discusses appearance and culture with his wife, actress Mila Kunis. Their perspective — one that questions why some procedures are normalized while others attract stigma — anchors Kutcher’s critique of celebrity culture.
As The Beauty arrives, Kutcher’s comments add another layer to public discussion about cosmetic enhancement, access to drugs, and the entertainment industry’s role in shaping beauty norms. Whether viewers tune in for the thriller elements or the social commentary, the series promises to make these issues hard to ignore.
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