Lauren Sánchez | Source: Getty Images

6 Famous Beauties Who Allegedly 'Ruined' Their Faces with Plastic Surgery – Photos

Jul 02, 2025

11:19 A.M.

In Hollywood, where looking young and flawless is important, it's easy to go too far with cosmetic changes. As some stars' faces change, fans start to wonder — was it worth it? For these celebrities, the attention isn't just about their talent, but also about how different they look.

The pressure to maintain the perfect appearance in the public eye can be overwhelming, especially for women whose beauty once defined their celebrity status. With endless access to surgeons, fillers, and filters, some stars have undergone transformations that left fans stunned — and not always in a good way.

Lauren Sánchez at the Vanity Fair Oscar party on March 2, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

While each woman's journey is her own, the backlash has been loud, with social media users questioning whether these changes were empowering, excessive, or something else entirely. From Mexican showgirl Lyn May to former news anchor Lauren Sanchez, here are six well-known women whose faces, some claim, were "ruined" by cosmetic procedures.

1. Lyn May – 2025

A well-known Mexican showgirl and actress currently appears with a dramatically altered look — her features are sharply defined, with pronounced lips, contoured cheeks, and heavy eye makeup.

Lyn May posing for a photo, dated June 2025 | Source: Instagram/lyn_may_

2024

Lyn May posing for a selfie, dated October 2024 | Source: Instagram/lyn_may_

Lyn May during the red carpet event of the play "Perfume De Gardenias" on August 23, 2024, in Mexico City, Mexico. | Source: Getty Images

Alejandro Suárez and Lyn May attend a conference at Teatro San Rafael on June 25, 2024, in Mexico City, Mexico. | Source: Getty Images

2021

Lyn May during a Botox party on October 9, 2021, in Mexico City, Mexico. | Source: Getty Images

2019

Lyn May attends the "Todo Para La Mujer" 30th Anniversary red carpet on October 16, 2019, in Mexico City, Mexico. | Source: Getty Images

Before Surgery

In the older photos, she had a gentler, more natural appearance, with softer facial lines, subtle makeup, and a youthful glow.

Lyn May posing in a bikini, dated January 2023 | Source: Instagram/lyn_may_

2. Donatella Versace – 2025

Recent photos of Versace reveal a more defined and polished appearance, featuring smoother skin, plumper lips, and a noticeably tighter jawline.

Donatella Versace attends The Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" on May 5, 2025, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Donatella Versace attends the Vanity Fair Oscar party on March 2, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2024

Donatella Versace attends the world premiere of "The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical," 2024 | Source: Getty Images

2020

Donatella Versace attends the Vanity Fair Oscar party on February 9, 2020, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2018

Donatella Versace attends the CFDA Fashion Awards on June 4, 2018, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

2016

Donatella Versace attends the premiere of "Franca: Chaos and Creation," 2016 | Source: Getty Images

2010

Donatella Versace during a soccer game on January 24, 2010, in Milan, Italy. | Source: Getty Images

2006

Designer Donatella Versace attends the Versace store reopening party on February 7, 2006, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

2004

Donatella Versace arrives at "Cinema Against AIDS" on May 20, 2004, in Cannes, France. | Source: Getty Images

2003

Donatella Versace during amfAR Benefit Evening Honoring Richard Gere, Lorne Michaels, and Anna Wintour on February 3, 2003, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Before Surgery

In contrast, the older photos capture her with more natural features — softer contours, less volume in the lips, and a youthful, untouched appearance.

Donatella and Gianni Versace attend Vogue Magazine 100th Anniversary on April 2, 1993 | Source: Getty Images

3. Melanie Griffith – 2025

Griffith now shows smoother skin, fuller cheeks, and subtle tightness around the eyes and jaw — indications of possible cosmetic enhancement.

Melanie Griffith at the "Covet The Comeback" book launch celebration on March 25, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2023

Melanie Griffith spotted on July 12, 2023, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

2020

Melanie Griffith attends the The Last Ship Opening Night Performance on January 22, 2020, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

2017

Melanie Griffith attends the Eva Longoria foundation annual dinner on October 12, 2017, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

2015

Melanie Griffith attends the Children's Justice Campaign event on May 12, 2015, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2009

Melanie Griffith arrives at the 37th Annual AFI Lifetime Achievement Awards on June 11, 2009, in Culver City, California. | Source: Getty Images

Before Surgery

Earlier in her career, Griffith had a fresh-faced look — soft features, minimal refinement, and an effortless, age-appropriate beauty.

Melanie Griffith posing for a portrait on January 1, 1975 | Source: Getty Images

Joan Van Ark – 2024

Van Ark looks quite different these days, with smoother skin, a more sculpted mouth area, and fewer facial expressions than before. Her new look hasn't gone unnoticed, especially among fans online.

Joan Van Ark attends the Los Angeles Ballet 18th Annual Gala on April 18, 2024, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2023

Netizens took to X to comment on the "Knots Landing" actress's dramatic transformation over the years. One penned, "Bad face surgeries to make her look younger and the fact that she is older than the hills....."

Joan Van Ark attends The Hollywood Show on July 1, 2023, in Burbank, California. | Source: Getty Images

2022

Another added, "The surgeries are starting to fail. Gravity cannot...will not, be avoided." "WHO IS THIS??? " asked someone else. One other person remarked, "She sure ruined her face!!"

Joan Van Ark attends The Real Love Boat Series Kick-off party with Princess Cruises on October 1, 2022, in San Pedro, California. | Source: Getty Images

2013

Joan Van Ark attends the Los Angeles Ultimate Women's Expo on October 26, 2013, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

2010

Joan Van Ark arrives at the 32nd Carousel Of Hope Ball on October 23, 2010, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2007

Joan Van Ark arrives at A.R. Gurney's "Love Letters" starring Dame Elizabeth Taylor and James Earl Jones on December 1, 2007, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Before Surgery

Her former appearance displayed lively features, natural volume, and a confident glow that defined her timeless appeal.

Joan Van Ark poses for a portrait on January 1, 1983, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Janice Dickinson – 2025

Dickinson, a producer and actress, presents with fuller cheeks, a tightened jawline, and prominent lips, giving her a distinctly altered appearance.

Janice Dickinson attends the Pre-Grammy kickoff and fundraiser for California Fire Foundation on January 19, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2024

Janice Dickinson arrives at the 38th Carousel of Hope Ball on October 5, 2024, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2023

Janice Dickinson attends the B Ready Beauty Mobile Launch party on May 19, 2023, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

2018

Janice Dickinson pictured outside the Montgomery County Courthouse on September 25, 2018, in Norristown, Pennsylvania. | Source: Getty Images

2016

Janice Dickinson attends the 4th Annual Reality TV Awards on November 2, 2016, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

2006

Janice Dickinson during Elevate Hope Foundation "Circle of Passion" on February 26, 2006, in West Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

2004

Janice Dickinson at the CBS & UPN All Star party on January 17, 2004 | Source: Getty Images

2002

Janice Dickinson poses for a photograph on August 29, 2002, in West Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

Before Surgery

In her modeling prime, she had refined bone structure, smooth skin, and an effortlessly striking gaze that defined her runway presence.

Janice Dickinson posing during a Vogue photoshoot on May 1, 1977 | Source: Getty Images

Lauren Sánchez – 2025

Changes in Lauren Sánchez's features began drawing attention around 2013. Her lips seemed noticeably fuller, her cheeks more defined, and her overall appearance appeared sleeker and more refined — signs that hinted at possible cosmetic work.

Lauren Sánchez at the Chanel and Charles Finch Annual Pre-Oscar Dinner on March 1, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California. | Source: Getty Images

2024

Lauren Sánchez at The 2024 Met Gala on May 6 in New York. | Source: Getty Images

2023

Lauren Sánchez at the Glamour Women of the Year 2023 event on November 7 in New York. | Source: Getty Images

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2022

Lauren Sánchez at The Little Market's Pre-Mother's Day luncheon on May 6, 2022, in West Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

2019

Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos during the Men's Finals Day of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships on July 14, 2019, in London, England. | Source: Getty Images

2013

Lauren Sánchez at the Summit on The Summit Photo Exhibition Celebrating World Water Day on March 22, 2013, in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

Before Surgery – 2009

Earlier, her features looked softer, with a naturally bright smile and youthful balance that reflected minimal cosmetic alteration.

Lauren Sánchez at the premiere of "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" on September 12, 2009, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

2008

Lauren Sánchez at the P.S. Arts Express Yourself 2008 benefit on November 16 in Santa Monica, California. | Source: Getty Images

2007

Lauren Sánchez during the 2007 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in West Hollywood, California, on February 25. | Source: Getty Images

2006

Lauren Sánchez during the 2006 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in West Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

2005

Lauren Sánchez at "The Longest Yard" premiere on May 19, 2005, in Los Angeles. | Source: Getty Images

2004

Lauren Sánchez during Stuart Weitzman's Oscar Dinner on February 27, 2004, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

2003

Lauren Sánchez during the "Dreamkeeper" ABC All-Star Winter Party on January 15, 2003, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

2002

Lauren Sánchez during an ET/Glamour Emmy party on September 22, 2002, in West Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images

The evolving faces of these public figures have sparked widespread attention and debate. While some celebrities embraced change, others became unrecognizable to longtime fans.

Reactions online reflect a mix of shock, disappointment, and nostalgia. Whether admired or questioned, each transformation remains etched in the public eye.