In 2024, the celebrity scene was bustling with numerous happenings. While some stars like Miley Cyrus and Lauren Boebert experienced some notable missteps, many others faced challenges in their relationships leading to a few high-profile breakups. On a positive note, the year also brought joy as several celebrities embraced parenthood with new arrivals, and others celebrated engagements and weddings.
Moreover, 2024 was marked by significant transformations among celebrities. JoJo Siwa took a bold step in reshaping her public persona, while others made daring changes to their hairstyles and body images. With a mix of cosmetic enhancements and reversals, along with drastic weight changes for roles, many stars showcased their evolving identities throughout the year.
JoJo Siwa’s Bold Rebranding
Renowned as a children’s icon, JoJo Siwa transformed her image in 2024 to appeal to a more mature audience. The release of her single “Karma” in April, accompanied by a provocative music video featuring dark themes and flirtatious undertones, raised eyebrows. Siwa expressed her intention to make a statement with this artistic shift, as discussed in her interview with Billboard.
Following the single, she released her EP “Guilty Pleasure” in July, featuring tracks such as “Yesterday’s Tomorrow’s Today” and “Balance Baby.” Siwa also discussed her childhood experiences in the documentary “Child Star,” reflecting on her transition into adulthood and her desire to move on from her former image.
Ariana Grande Responds to Body Shaming
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Ariana Grande kicked off 2024 with her hit song “Yes, And?” setting the stage for a successful year. Following her chart-topping album “Eternal Sunshine” released in March, which featured various popular tracks and garnered impressive streaming numbers, Grande’s role in the film “Wicked” stood out as a significant career milestone.
However, she faced backlash regarding her weight loss and overall appearance during the press tour. Addressing critics in an interview with YouTuber Sally, Grande emphasized the importance of kindness and the negative impact of body-shaming comments in society.
In 2024, Camila Cabello, known for her time in Fifth Harmony and her hit “Bam Bam,” made a bold change by swapping her dark hair for a striking platinum blonde. She shared her new look on Instagram, captioning it “It’s time.” During an appearance on “Call Her Daddy,” she revealed the transformation was sparked by a desire for a significant change, stating that her dark hair had always represented her public identity.
Cabello explored various hair colors before settling on blonde. She first attempted a jet-black shade, which she hoped would create a fierce image, but it didn’t resonate with her. Next, she tried a blue wig reminiscent of youthful fashion trends, only to move on to a gray hue, which also didn’t stick.
While Cabello’s blonde look garnered attention, it was short-lived. By the 2024 MTV VMAs in September, she reverted to her classic dark brown hair and has continued to appear as a brunette at events since then.
Kendall Jenner wowed with a fresh blonde hairstyle
Following suit with the blonde trend, model Kendall Jenner embraced a new hair color in September 2024, presenting her look on Instagram with the post titled “blonded.” She styled her blonde locks in a shoulder-length cut, complemented by chic black-framed glasses.
Jenner experimented with varying styles of her blonde hair. Her catwalk debut as a blonde took place during Paris Fashion Week at the L’Oréal Paris’ Walk Your Worth show, where she donned a semi-straight hairstyle paired with an eye-catching red gown. Just two days later, she showcased her hair slicked back in a bun at the Schiaparelli fashion show. Celebrating her 29th birthday in November, she styled her hair in a swept-back look before showing off both short and long soft waves in December.
True to her vibrant image, Jenner’s blonde transformation also featured on magazine covers—one notable shoot was in October 2024 with French publication M, le magazine du Monde, where she sported various styles including a messy bun and a sleek, wet look.
Ice Spice addresses Ozempic weight loss rumors
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Rapper Ice Spice had a remarkable year in 2024, marked by the release of her debut album “Y2K!” in July. The album, which includes hits like “Phat Butt” and “Think U the S*** (Fart),” reached No. 18 on the Billboard 200 and sold 28,000 units in its opening week. Following this success, Ice Spice kicked off the “Y2K!” world tour, starting in Denmark and making stops throughout Europe and the USA.
While she confirmed her weight loss over the year, Ice Spice firmly rejected claims that she used Ozempic for this transformation. On social media, she expressed her frustration about the term, saying, “I wish y’all never learned the word Ozempic,” finding it baffling.
She clarified that her weight loss was due to a healthy diet and regular exercise during her tour, responding to critics with, “You lazy a** b***hes never heard of a gym?” emphasizing her commitment to fitness and well-being.
Cillian Murphy rebuilt muscle after Oppenheimer filming
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Cillian Murphy transformed his physique for the role of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer in the 2023 movie “Oppenheimer,” leading to notable weight loss. The Academy Award winner trained rigorously over five months to capture the character’s distinct appearance. In an interview with The New York Times, Murphy remarked on the physicality required for the role, implying he had to slim down significantly while resembling an emaciated figure who lived on martinis and cigarettes.
His co-star, Emily Blunt, humorously stated during promotions that Murphy’s diet was limited to just an almond a day, but Murphy clarified during a GQ interview that this was exaggerated; he was eating more than one almond daily.
By September 2024, however, Murphy was seen with a more muscular physique while heading to the gym in Dublin. Donning a cap and sunglasses, his tight gray shirt accentuated his toned build, showcasing a striking contrast from his Oppenheimer portrayal, as he prepared to reprise his role as Thomas Shelby in the “Peaky Blinders” film.
Cardi B Had Butt Injections Removed
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Cardi B, known for her song “Bodak Yellow,” has been open about her experiences with plastic surgery. In 2014, she underwent a butt enhancement in Queens, NYC, which she described as extremely painful in her conversation with GQ. The rapper recounted that the procedure left her feeling dizzy and experienced post-surgical complications.
Although Cardi planned further enhancements, she reversed her decision in 2022 when she had some fillers removed and spoken out against biopolymers. In a September 2024 Instagram live session, she elaborated on how she recently had additional injections removed to address previous procedures and fibrosis issues, emphasizing the importance of health over appearance.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s Rhinoplasty
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Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who served a 10-year sentence for her involvement in her mother Dee Dee’s murder, made some significant changes after her release in December 2023, including undergoing rhinoplasty. In April 2024, she announced her surgery, saying, “I’m on a personal transformation journey, which includes physical changes,” and invited fans to follow her journey on the show “Gypsy Rose: Life After Lock Up.”
After the surgery, she shared her post-operative experience on TikTok, revealing challenges with bandages and discomfort but also her anticipation for the results. Despite the pain, she expressed joy in her new look during a red carpet interview with E! News, stating her pride in her “subtle” new nose, which has boosted her self-esteem.
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In 2024, Blanchard underwent a significant physical change, swapping her long-time silver teeth for porcelain caps, in addition to having a nose job.
Megan Fox’s Bold Hair Color Changes
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Megan Fox captured attention in 2024 for various reasons. After navigating a tumultuous relationship with Machine Gun Kelly, marked by engagement rumors, Fox was spotted at MGK’s birthday celebration in April. Furthermore, she featured in the music video for “Lonely Road” in July and later announced her pregnancy with MGK in November through an Instagram post.
Throughout these personal shifts—including a rumored breakup with MGK—Fox underwent a striking hair transformation. In February 2024, she debuted bright baby pink waves at a Grammy event. In April, she showcased a blue wig at Coachella, mentioning to People that she was experimenting with colors after damaging her hair. Eventually, she returned to her natural brunette, sharing a now-deleted photo in May with the caption, “She’s a brunette again,” revealing a chic new bob with bangs at the GQ Men of the Year Awards in November.
Tamra Judge Shared Her Experience with Brow Lift Surgery
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Tamra Judge, known from “Real Housewives of Orange County,” has been candid about her cosmetic procedures. After a lower facelift in 2017 to celebrate a decade on the show, Judge again opened up about her recent brow lift, sharing her recovery journey on social media in September 2024. She revealed details about her visit to Dr. Donald Mowlds and shared, “Taking you all along on my journey!” on a September Instagram post, which included her experience with CO2 laser and a blue peel. Just a week post-surgery, Judge mentioned improvements in her appearance and highlighted the importance of sun protection for healing skin.
One week later, Judge’s recovery seemed to progress well, and she shared updates about staying out of the sun. She later told “On Air with Ryan Seacrest,” that the full results of her procedures would take about three months to manifest.
Lizzo Advocated for Body Neutrality
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Lizzo, the singer of “Truth Hurts,” has been a prominent advocate for body positivity over the years, inspiring self-love through her music. She emphasized her activism regarding body image on “The Daily Show” in 2019, reflecting on the societal norms around body image.
By 2024, Lizzo’s focus shifted toward body neutrality. In an interview with The New York Times, she remarked on the evolution of body positivity into a newer concept of body neutrality. As her views evolved, she also embraced physical changes, sharing workout videos and healthy eating habits throughout the year. In September, she showcased her weight loss transformation on TikTok captioned, “Fine both ways.”
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