When dissatisfied with certain aspects of their bodies, most socialites turn to plastic surgery. They seek out high-end cosmetic surgeons worldwide to enhance their appearance. It’s well known that beauty pageant participants undergo these treatments to look better on stage and win coveted titles. However, some socialites undergo these procedures to improve their physical appearance in society.
Jocelyn Wildenstein, a Swiss socialite, is famously known for undergoing extensive cosmetic surgery, resulting in her “catlike” appearance. She also gained notoriety for her high-profile divorce from a wealthy art dealer and businessman in 1999, as well as her expensive lifestyle, which eventually led to bankruptcy. Many have wondered what prompted her drastic cosmetic surgery, especially since she was originally a stunning blonde woman.
Jocelyn (née Jocelyne Périsset) married Alec Wildenstein, a wealthy art dealer, and businessman, on April 30, 1978, in Las Vegas. They had two children together. When Jocelyn discovered her husband with a 19-year-old Russian model, Alec threatened her with a gun, leading to his overnight detention. Jocelyn turned to extensive cosmetic surgery in an attempt to win back her husband’s affection, believing he might leave her for a younger woman.
Jocelyn spent approximately $4 million on plastic surgeries to make her eyes more cat-like since her husband loved cats. She also had lip augmentation surgery. In the end, the surgeries resulted in a drastic and unrecognizable transformation of her once beautiful face.
According to Wikipedia, people began calling her “Catwoman,” “The Lion Queen,” and “The Bride of Wildenstein.” Jocelyn once had beautiful facial features and a pleasant appearance, but multiple surgeries left her face deformed and swollen. People couldn’t help but gasp when they saw the results.
“Her face is so terrible!” her husband Alec exclaimed in shock. “She imagined she could adjust her face like a piece of furniture. Skin does not function in this manner. But she refused to listen!”
Alec eventually filed for divorce, citing their marriage as irreconcilable. Jocelyn won $2.5 billion in the divorce settlement, plus $100 million annually for the next 13 years. However, the judge stipulated that Jocelyn could not use any alimony money for additional plastic surgery procedures. The high-profile divorce was finalized in 1999.
Those who knew the couple observed that the lovely Jocelyn had vanished. Comparative photos reveal a significant difference in her appearance. Despite this, Jocelyn maintains that she is pleased with the results of her surgeries.
In the days following her divorce, Jocelyn frequently became the subject of media scrutiny and public ridicule.
Rumors suggest that Jocelyn is not the only one who underwent significant surgery. Rodrigo Alves, a Brazilian man, began undergoing cosmetic surgery at the age of 18 to resemble a real-life “Ken” doll from Mattel. He has had nearly 50 surgeries so far.
Rodrigo had gel injected into his lips to make them appear larger and brightened his smile. In March 2020, Rodrigo transitioned to female, undergoing additional plastic surgeries to completely transform into a woman, changing her name to Jessica Alves. Rodrigo spent over £650,000 on various procedures to look like a Barbie doll.
“I’d always felt feminine, so when I struggled to be masculine with my personality, I decided to make myself as masculine as possible. But no matter how much I resembled Ken, nothing relieved the agony of being Barbie on the inside,” Jessica explained.
While people have the right to seek changes to their own bodies, they should seek guidance from medical specialists before pursuing any surgeries that may result in failure and long-term regret.