Hollywood is associated with glamour, beauty, and even transformation. For years now, most of the actors in Hollywood have fallen out of people’s good books due to either movie roles, metamorphosis, or fluctuating expectations.
Such changes are not limited to the very perception of oneself; they encompass strength, personality transformation, and effects from show business. Celebrity transformations have also become one of the most interesting issues that fans like to share, especially in entertainment buzz, the “before and after” moments that interest everyone.
Alright, let’s take a closer look at some of the most dramatic celebrity makeovers and what led to this transformation.
For Hollywood stars, change has been recurring. Movies like Iron Man, starring Robert Downey Jr., the man who came from a bad boy phase to professionally rebuild himself, or Angelina Jolie, the wild child turned humanitarian, show that reinvention in Hollywood may not be different from growing up.
These transformations are loved by fans because they show fans closer to a ‘real’ side of Hollywood celebrities. Much of the "before and after” transformation also involves not only the body but also the spiritual and career transformation. For instance, Matthew McConaughey changed his image from a romantic comedy hero to a star who received Oscars.
They sufficed to place that some celebrity transformations are so dramatic that they get talked about in town. Of all the celebrity overhauls, Adele’s body transformation was one of the most talked-about ones. The dramatic weight loss not only of the singer but also her confidence boosted the world’s fans. Adele’s transformation was surely not only in appearances but it was a symbol of her choice of improving her health.
Likewise, Chris Pratt was just a likable but chubby Andy Dwyer in Parks and Recreation, and then he became the muscular action superhero who stars in the Guardians of the Galaxy series and Jurassic World. To some people, Pratt’s amazing change demands rigorous and a lot of discipline in exercises and diet to transform the body. I wonder how he did it.
On the other hand, the shocking transformation that Charlize Theron went through in order to portray Aileen, in Monster is an excellent example of how far Hollywood big names will go to create a character. Theron put on some pounds and changed her looks for the role of a real life killer Aileen Wuornos to bag an Oscar. Such transformations depict of how far celebrities will go just to perform well.
Many sectors of entertainment always expect dramatic changes in body appearance of their icon which many a time generates great appreciation. It is, therefore, not a surprise to find Zac Efron’s transformation from the handsome high school musical actor to a hulk like figure in Bay watch. The regularity with which he worked out and his passion to getting back in shape encouraged millions of his fans across the globe.
In the same manner, Christian Bale has had his inexplicable magic when it comes to transforming his body to the movies. From a radically skinny look in The Machinist to gaining muscles for Batman Begins or putting on weight again for Vice; these are the extremes which some of Hollywood actors go through in to capture the essence of their characters.
Such changes tend to interest the entertainment buzz as people look forward to new photoshop ‘before and after’ of their favorite celebrities. Although these makeovers are dramatic, they also cause several debates on the sort of expectations that Hollywood puts in its actors.
Some major transformations affect not only the look of celebrities but also the whole lives and images of these famous people. Tom Cruise’s transition from the charming movie hero to the strange tabloid figure, and Miley Cyrus from the sweet children’s star of ‘Hannah Montana’ to the provocative s_x symbol in the early 2010s became a main topic of entertainment news. Miley is at the moment with an entirely different look that depicts a grown-up woman mixing business with her passion to show today that everyone is in the process of remodeling.
Also, such an example as Drew Barrymore’s transformation can be discussed and considered as an example when one can speak about overcoming all possible difficulties and obstacles. Making a career debut in E.T., Barrymore was a child star and developed addiction issues in her teenage years, but she eventually became an actress, producer, and television show host. She transformed her life from an arrested youth to a strong Hollywood character that inspires millions of fans all over the world.
The concept of make over is extremely important when it comes to how stars in Hollywood changes or repackage themselves, in and out of set. The most recent example that come to my mind is Lady Gaga, a pop diva who became an award-winning actress in the movie – A Star Is Born. In as much as Gaga changes her image from one style to another, she maintains herself as a celebrity update.
Jennifer Aniston’s transformation is still another interesting case. Since debuting as Rachel Green in Friends, Aniston has reshaped her identity and adapted, continuingly proving her relativity in the hugely competitive television and film industry.
These transformations become the cultural phenomena, people start to change with or even follow their role models’ transformation and acceptance of the personal development process.
Unlike in the past, makeovers of celebrities are enhanced by the current use of social media networks. Through Instagram, fans are able to see the ‘before and after’ shots in real-time: they get to see treadmills, healthy meals and motivational quotes or videos from Hollywood celebrities.
Such celebrities as Khloé Kardashian often post workout stories on social media to give the fans a push and start their own weight loss journey. However, this results in constant scrutiny and exaltation to quite irrational and rather unrealistic expectations.
For every motivational story about a makeover, one can hear discussions about the artificiality of it all, the use of Botox, and the influence of those expectations on one’s well-being. These discussions help fans not to take celebrities’ updates too seriously and not forget about actuality.
Some transformations may be triggered by the need to meet the demands of certain positions, while others are preceded by an individual’s own choice to transform. Demis Moore shaving her head for G.I. Jane or Renee Zellweger gaining more weight for Bridget Jones’s Diary are examples showing how Hollywood determines the appearance of a celebrity.
However, some, like Rebel Wilson, worked towards their transformations in order to enhance the quality of their health and lives, which inspired fans to do the same. In Hollywood, reinvention comes in handy as several creatively seek to remain useful in a world that continues to transform as quickly as the entertainment business.
These affectation transformations cut across bending over backward to changing looks and professions, and furthermore, guaranteeing that their audiences remain glued to their screens and etching their names in the entertainment industry.
On the whole, THE fascination with the transformations is based on the assumption of people’s similarity with celebrities. Auto Racing is undoubtedly the most popular motorsport in the world. Fans relate themselves to struggles and achievements in these tours. Sometimes, one has to change jobs, emotions, and appearances. Hollywood actors are bright examples of how change is actually beneficial.
From a complete makeover for a character to a personal transformation that may transform the lives of millions, these celebrity makeovers have proven the effect of change. The “rubber face” transformation narratives of Hollywood stars: transformation is not unique to Hollywood and is relevant for everyday women. Hollywood makeover stories are not unique; they underscore the transformation as a lifecycle phenomenon, irrespective of the given societal status.
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