Overview

• As of August 2, Ortega and her team have neither confirmed nor denied the buccal fat removal rumors.
• Photos from the late July Wednesday Season 2 premiere showed noticeably slimmer cheeks and a more defined jawline, triggering widespread online speculation.
• Reactions on X and Instagram range from convinced believers in cosmetic intervention to supporters who attribute her look to aging, makeup techniques or weight fluctuations.
• Buccal fat removal is a cosmetic procedure that removes deep cheek fat to create a more contoured facial appearance and has become a high-fashion trend among celebrities.
• The online debate underscores the influence of Hollywood beauty standards and social media amplification in fueling unverified claims about young actors’ appearances.