How 9 Celebrities Would Look If They Conformed to the Golden Ratio – Photos

• If celebrities conformed to the Golden Ratio, their appearances would be dramatically different.
• Public figures have been compared to the Golden Ratio, and some would look unrecognizable.
• From Brad Pitt to Keanu Reeves, here’s how some Hollywood stars would look.

Several famous stars would look different today if their facial features matched the Golden Ratio. The public figures have been compared to this standard of beauty, and some would be barely recognizable.

The Golden Ratio is a mathematical method that ancient Greeks used before. This technique has been used to determine how some celebrities would have looked if they matched the idea.

See how Hollywood stars like Brad Pitt, Keanu Reeves, Tom Cruise, Leonardo DiCaprio, and more would look if they followed the Golden Ratio.

Cillian Murphy

Cillian Murphy, an Irish actor, debuted in the play “Disco Pigs” and starred in its film adaptation in 2001. The following year, he gained recognition for his role in “28 Days Later.” This role earned him nominations for Best Newcomer and Breakthrough Male Performance. In March 2024, he won an Academy Award for his performance in “Oppenheimer.”

Besides his impressive performances, Murphy's facial features have become a topic of interest. Some believe he has undergone plastic surgery or used Botox, though he has not addressed these claims.

LYMA’s founder, Lucy Goff, credits their cosmetic product for enhancing Murphy’s skin, cheekbones, and scars. She shared, "Cillian has the most incredible skin and enviable snatched cheekbones."

"As a massage tool, the LYMA Laser can help with contouring but what is important to Cillian's grooming team is skin prep and the overall health and quality of his skin, and that is where the LYMA Laser really comes into its own," Goff explained.

LYMA is a cosmetic tool specializing in changing the skin from the base layer up. This includes getting rid of lines, and wrinkles and smoothing scars.

As for the ideal Golden Ratio look, Murphy, 47, would appear almost the same. The photo on the left showcases Murphy with his natural features. On the right, his facial structure is altered to align with the Golden Ratio, with noticeable adjustments in facial symmetry.

His face would look thinner than his natural one. The actor's chin would be more prominent and his nose slightly smaller.

Ryan Gosling

Canadian actor Ryan Gosling started his career with no formal training. He initially appeared in TV shows like "Breaker High" and "Young Hercules." He later gained acclaim for his role in "The Believer." This earned him an Independent Spirit Award nomination and the Golden Aries Award.

Years later, Gosling has kept up the momentum in receiving critical praise for his on-screen performances. His role as Ken in the box-office hit "Barbie" earned him an Oscar nomination.

Yet it was not only his work on the film that became a topic of conversation in 2023. Some people criticized his age and appearance for the role of Ken. Following the movie's trailer release, young fans on social media claimed that Gosling was too old to portray Ken.

In response to criticism of his age, the 43-year-old said, "I would say, you know, if people don’t want to play with my Ken, there are many other Kens to play with. It is funny, this kind of clutching-your-pearls idea of, like, #notmyken. Like you ever thought about Ken before this?”

For the ideal Golden Ratio look now in his early forties, Gosling would still appear the same. His current look is on the left, and the right image demonstrates his hypothetical Golden Ratio transformation. It features refined adjustments to his facial features.

Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle is a former actress who started her career with a small role in "General Hospital." She gained popularity for her role as Rachel Zane in "Suits" and appeared in films like "Remember Me" and "Horrible Bosses." After marrying Prince Harry, she retired from acting and became known as the Duchess of Sussex.

Markle is admired for her natural beauty and often uses minimal makeup to showcase her freckles. She follows a healthy diet and exercises, including yoga, to maintain her looks.

One of her beauty secrets is drinking eight glasses of water daily. "Oh man, I mean the number one people always say, but it's so true, is just hydrate, hydrate all the time. Your skin will look better everything will look really good,” said the activist in an interview.

She also uses coconut oil which is one of her must-haves. "I have been using a lot of coconut oil though of late, on my skin on my hair like as a deep conditioner and then even to cook with. So, I guess that's the second thing that I'm a big fan of," Markle explained.

For her ideal Golden Ratio look, Markle would have a slimmer face. The left photo shows her natural appearance, while the right photo presents her facial structure subtly altered to match the Golden Ratio. This enhances symmetry and facial proportion.

Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise debuted in "Endless Love" and became one of the highest-paid actors of the 1990s with hits like "Top Gun" and "Rain Man." He received a nod for an Oscar nomination for Best Actor in "Jerry McGuire."

Cruise’s biggest franchise is "Mission Impossible" which has earned $3 billion worldwide. The action star also has best-producing credits in the films under his belt.

The New York native has been in show business for three decades yet remains youthful at 61. Cruise credits activities like rock climbing and hiking for his health.

The film producer was asked how he maintains his appearance in a July 2023 interview. He said, "Sea-kayaking, caving... fencing, treadmill, weights... rock-climbing, hiking... I jog... I do so many different activities."

Cruise was even named People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 1990. His "Rain Man" co-star, Valeria Golino commented on his looks and said his eyes stand out. “Not their color. His regard – the way he looks with them. They’re very alive," she said.

The award-winning star would appear completely different in the ideal Golden Ratio look as seen on the right. His face is noticeably slimmer making his facial lines appear more pronounced as he smiles.

Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves is a Canadian actor whose first supporting role was in "Youngblood." Shortly after, he headed for Hollywood where he starred in the drama "River’s Edge." He gained success with "Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure," "Speed," and "The Matrix."

He has since succeeded with another movie franchise, "John Wick." In March 2023, an insider revealed Reeves enjoys filming the movies because they keep him in good shape.

"Keanu loves that these movies keep him in top physical shape. He says if it weren’t for these movies, he would be so much less active, but the fighting sequences and stunts keep him on his toes," said the source.

Reeves once shared his workout regimen for his John Wick character. It included a mix of judo, weapons manipulation, and jiu-jitsu. “[It] starts with training before the training. I’m not quite [in the aging out stage] yet. [But this franchise] got me closer,” the 59-year-old explained before admitting, “I’m definitely feeling the age.”

Comparing his real self to an ideal look, Reeves would appear slightly chubbier. He appears on the left with his regular look yet on the right, his cheeks look fuller.

George Clooney

George Clooney began his acting career after his cousin got him a small role in a feature film. His first significant role was on the sitcom “E/R” as Ace. Clooney also starred in "The Facts of Life," "Roseanne," and "Sisters." His big break was on the award-winning drama series, "ER" where he played Dr. Doug Ross.

The two-time Oscar Award winner balanced his TV career with film roles. While appearing on the show, he also starred in major movies including “From Dusk Till Dawn” and “One Fine Day.”

Clooney was even dubbed People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2006 and became the second celebrity to win the title twice. In addition to his good looks, he has portrayed older characters in most films.

Now 63, he discussed aging in a 2021 interview. He had declined to be on the cover of AARP Magazine for a decade but considered doing it as a joke once he turned 50.

However, when he was about to turn 60, he did not find it as amusing as before. “I always say to my dad, ‘I’m middle-aged.’ And he goes, ‘You know a lot of 120-year-olds?’” the filmmaker divulged.

Not much would change if Clooney matched the Golden Ratio today. His image on the left, his real image, and the one on the right show no significant difference.

Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio started his acting career by appearing in small roles for several television shows. This includes "Roseanne" and "The New Lassie." He finally made his film debut in the horror movie "Critters 3."

DiCaprio's career took off with "Romeo + Juliet" and "Titanic," making him a household name. At 49, he said in an interview that he hopes to act in "one more movie" before turning 50.

During the interview, reporter Chris Connelly mentioned how fast time has passed while stating the actor's age. Connelly, who had interviewed the star over the years, also asked how it happened. DiCaprio responded, "I have no idea. We were talking about our first interview, that may have been 30 years ago."

DiCaprio is in his late 40s and would have a slimmer visage if he conformed to the Golden Ratio. The left photo reflects his current features, while the right image shows a pointer chin. The picture on the right focuses on balanced proportions.

Brad Pitt

Brad Pitt's earliest roles were in shows like "Another World" and "Dallas." This was before gaining public attention in “Thelma & Louise.” After that, he solidified his status as an actor with "A River Runs Through It" and later starred in "Troy" and "Mr. & Mrs. Smith."

Pitt earned the People’s Sexiest Man Alive title twice, in 1995 and 2000, and continues to look attractive at 60. Experts suggest his youthful looks could be due to skincare, nutrition, and aesthetic treatments.

They speculated on his youthful appearance, even though he has never revealed his beauty routine or cosmetic procedures. Nina Prisk an independent nurse prescriber at Update Aesthetics, suggests that Pitt could be "taking a more 360 approach" to beauty.

This involves eating well, drinking enough water, protecting from the sun, getting plenty of sleep, and using Botox and fillers.

Prisk believes celebrities like Pitt focus on their overall health and skincare to "either prevent or address the signs of ageing.” She highlights improvements in skin care products and a better understanding of how nutrition, pollutants, and sun damage affect the skin. Still, she remains skeptical that diet and styling alone explain Pitt's youthful appearance.

Meanwhile, Dr. Tara Francis, an advanced facial aesthetician, emphasized Pitt's "glowing skin, and undeniably sharp and refreshing appearance." She added that he likely uses "a medical-grade skincare regimen" and "subtle aesthetic treatments" to maintain his youthful look.

If his appearance matched the scientific study, Pitt would look unrecognizable and his eyes would appear wider. His image on the left is his regular look, while on the right, it looks like a different person.

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift, an award-winning singer/songwriter, achieved major success in her musical career. At 20, she became the youngest artist in history to win the Grammy Award for Album of the Year in 2010.

In 2011, the blonde beauty debuted as a country artist and was named Billboard's Woman of the Year. The pop star is now considered the top-selling digital artist in music history.

In addition to her illustrious music career, Swift’s style has also evolved over the years. She has talked about it in a 2015 interview, saying it is ever-changing in a feminine vibe.

Swift, 34, values experimenting with fashion but avoids wearing anything that makes her uncomfortable. She further explained that she’s self-conscious about revealing outfits.

For instance, up until that point, the global sensation admitted she would have never imagined herself wearing crop tops but she has since grown to wear them often.

As for her physical appearance, Swift would look the same. On the left is her natural looks. Meanwhile, the right picture does not show major modifications to her face.

Some celebrities might look different if their facial features were aligned with the Golden Ratio today. Each has adapted over time, and their appearances remain fascinating to their fans.