Hollywood A-lister Bradley Cooper has directly confronted and dismissed the persistent rumours suggesting he underwent plastic surgery for a facelift. The actor set the record straight during a recent, candid appearance on a popular podcast, where close friends also jumped to his defence.
"Of Course, He Hasn't": Podcast Hosts Defend Cooper
The clarification came on the SmartLess podcast, hosted by Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Cooper's longtime friend Will Arnett. The conversation turned personal when Arnett recalled being asked by fans to share an unknown fact about Cooper. Arnett revealed he was tempted to address the widespread speculation head-on, stating he wanted to say, "What people don't know is that he hasn't" had work done.
Bateman immediately chimed in with agreement, and Arnett confirmed once more, "Yeah. Of course, he hasn't." This firm denial from his inner circle provided a strong rebuttal to the online chatter.
Cooper Confirms Hearing the Rumours
Bradley Cooper acknowledged that he has been aware of the rumours circulating about his appearance. "I get people (coming) up to me the last couple weeks," Cooper shared on the podcast. He noted their comments, which often carried an implied assumption of surgical enhancement: "They're like, 'Oh, you look good! Yeah. Yeah, but it's crazy'."
Will Arnett expressed clear frustration over the baseless assumptions, calling the online gossip "bullshit stuff." He emphasised how such narratives spread without foundation, highlighting the absurdity of public speculation about celebrities' personal choices.
Social Media Claims and Current Projects
Prior to this podcast appearance, the actor had never publicly addressed the numerous videos and posts on social media that claimed he had opted for a facelift. The rumours had gained traction without any comment from Cooper or his representatives until now.
Professionally, Bradley Cooper is currently promoting his latest directorial venture, the film titled 'This Thing On?'. The movie features his podcast host friend Will Arnett and acclaimed actress Laura Dern. The film's plot delves into the complexities of a crumbling marriage, exploring themes of mid-life crisis, sacrifice, and co-parenting as a couple tries to find new identities apart.
The official synopsis describes the story of Alex (Arnett) and Tess (Dern), who must navigate their impending divorce, with Alex seeking solace in the New York comedy scene and Tess confronting the sacrifices she made for their family.
