> At a Glance
> – Bradley Cooper, 51, told the SmartLess hosts he’s never had cosmetic work
> – Long-time friend Will Arnett called the rumors “hilarious” and “bullshit”
> – The actor is promoting his new film Is This Thing On?, directed by and co-starring Arnett
> – Why it matters: Celebs’ looks are constantly scrutinized-Cooper’s candid response flips the script
Bradley Cooper used a Jan. 5 episode of the SmartLess podcast to set the record straight on whispers that he’s gone under the knife.
What Was Said
Arnett recalled being asked for a little-known fact about Cooper and replied, “Everybody thinks that Bradley’s had plastic surgery.”
Will Arnett continued:
> “What people don’t know is that he hasn’t.”
Jason Bateman echoed the point, and Arnett doubled down: “Yeah. Of course, he hasn’t.”
Cooper added that strangers have approached him lately, complimenting his appearance while hinting at the rumors.
The Project Behind the Spotlight
The conversation surfaced while Cooper promotes Is This Thing On?, a dramedy he directs and in which he stars opposite Arnett and Laura Dern. The story follows a couple navigating mid-life crisis and impending divorce within New York’s comedy circuit.
- Stars: Will Arnett, Laura Dern
- Director: Bradley Cooper
- Logline: A strained marriage forces ex-partners to re-evaluate love, parenting, and identity
Off-Screen Appearances
Besides podcast chatter, Cooper has been spotted supporting Broadway’s Waiting for Godot on Dec. 20 with girlfriend Gigi Hadid. The couple posed backstage with stars Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter.
Key Takeaways
- Cooper publicly denies plastic-surgery speculation for the first time
- Arnett calls the rumors baseless, expressing frustration with gossip media
- The actor-director balances promo duties for his new film with high-profile date nights
With the film heading toward release, Cooper’s honest retort keeps the focus on his work-not his face.
