Kylie Jenner has found herself at the centre of renewed cosmetic surgery speculation following a public appearance with her boyfriend, Timothée Chalamet, at the Critics Choice Awards on Sunday night.
Viral Moment Sparks Online Debate
A clip from the ceremony, which rapidly spread across social media, showed Chalamet playfully grabbing Jenner's rear as she stood to applaud his win for Best Actor. The intimate moment immediately drew intense scrutiny, with countless online commentators questioning the pronounced size of Jenner's bottom and suggesting surgical enhancement.
The footage triggered a significant wave of discussion, particularly on platforms like Reddit. Users passionately debated the aesthetics of procedures like the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). One user exclaimed, "I'll never understand why these women want BBLs. They have tiny waists, small arms, but then BOOM. Surgery to make their a**es look huge. WHY?!!" Others accused the beauty mogul of manipulating her physique specifically for social media appeal.
Mixed Reactions to Public Affection
While much of the focus was on Jenner's figure, a portion of the audience took issue with the nature of the couple's public display. One critical comment read, "I find it unsettling that she allows him to paw all over her like that. It doesn't seem romantic and further contributes to her sexualization."
Amid the controversy, Chalamet made a point of publicly acknowledging Jenner during his acceptance speech, marking a significant moment for the pair. He thanked "my partner of three years" for their foundation, adding, "I love you. I couldn't do this without you."
Jenner's History with Cosmetic Procedures
Jenner has repeatedly denied having any surgical procedures beyond breast augmentation, though she has been open about using lip fillers. The speculation, however, has persisted for years. In 2023, she candidly discussed her breast surgery on The Kardashians, revealing she had it done at age 19, before the birth of her daughter Stormi, and expressed some regret over the timing.
Plastic surgery experts have previously weighed in on the rumours. In 2023, renowned surgeon Dr. Schwitzer suggested it was "likely" Jenner had a classic BBL around 2017, pointing to her "exceptionally narrow" waist as a potential indicator. He noted that her proportions appeared more balanced in recent times, which could be attributed to weight loss or a reduction procedure, though nothing has been confirmed.
Jenner's representatives have not responded to requests for comment following the latest incident. The enduring public fascination with her body continues to fuel discussions about beauty standards, celebrity culture, and the line between personal privacy and public scrutiny.
