What has Kevin Spacey done to his face?

Kevin Spacey, 65, surprised many when he appeared at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival this week. He was seen attending the Better World Fund Gala Dinner on Tuesday night. The event took place at the Carlton Hotel, which is often busy during the festival. However, the gala itself is not an official part of the Cannes Film Festival.

The actor, who has been surrounded by controversies for years, looked quite different on the red carpet. His face appeared tighter and fuller than before, which led to plastic surgery rumors.

Spacey wore a black suit, a white shirt, and a dark purple bowtie. Some fans noticed how different he looked compared to earlier pictures, especially from 2017.

Award Amid Controversy

Spacey accepted an Excellence in Film and Television award at the gala. He told reporters he felt grateful and supported by friends and co-stars. “I’m glad to be working,” he said.

The gala honored him for his long career in movies and television. But the decision caused anger, especially among supporters of the MeToo movement.

Many critics said it was wrong to celebrate someone who has faced serious sexual abuse allegations. One person on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, “Abusive men are never really cancelled.”

Ongoing Legal Issues

Spacey was cleared in 2023 of sexual assault charges in the UK involving four men. But earlier this year, Ruari Cannon filed a new civil claim against him. Cannon, along with two organizations tied to the Old Vic Theatre, is taking the case to the High Court in London.

The actor has denied all the allegations and claims his name is being unfairly dragged through the mud. In a statement to Variety, Spacey even mocked a Channel 4 documentary that featured new accusations. He said the people involved were “acting” and that the documentary was one-sided.

In another interview, Spacey admitted to behaving inappropriately in the past but insisted he did not do anything illegal. He said he would not apologize to anyone who, in his words, had “made up” stories about him.

Industry Reaction

Despite the controversies, some celebrities have supported him. Liam Neeson and Sharon Stone are among those who want Spacey to return to acting. In May 2024, they joined others in asking Hollywood to give him another chance.

Spacey’s last visit to Cannes was almost 10 years ago when he was promoting his film The Awakening in 2016. Since then, his public appearances have been rare.

Spacey has won two Academy Awards – one for The Usual Suspects in 1996 and another for American Beauty in 2000. That film also earned him a BAFTA Award.