Megyn Kelly called plastic surgery a “social illness” after The Boys‘ Starlight actress Erin Moriarty’s alleged post plastic surgery picture went viral. Now the Starlight actress has hit back at Megan Kelly.
Erin Moriarty, the 29-year-old actress known for her role as Starlight in The Boys, stirred controversy two weeks ago with an Instagram post captioned “Watch me de-sophisticate before your very eyes.” The accompanying photo sparked criticism, prompting speculation about extensive cosmetic enhancements, including lip injections and a nose job. Observers noted subtle changes in Erin Moriarty’s appearance over the years, particularly in her nose shape and lip size, suggesting possible rhinoplasty and lip augmentation.
These alterations seemed too significant to attribute solely to natural aging or makeup effects. A viral tweet comparing before-and-after images of Erin Moriarty intensified speculation, with over 11 million views fuelling rumours of plastic surgery during the summer, coinciding with a writer’s strike. The tweet amplified speculation about potential procedures, including botox, cheek and lip fillers, and even a face-lift, adding to the ongoing debate surrounding Erin Moriarty’s evolving appearance.
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Now Erin Moriarty took to Instagram to vehemently denounce accusations made by Megyn Kelly regarding extreme plastic surgery. Moriarty branded Megyn Kelly’s allegations as “disgustingly false,” particularly distressing during “one of the most challenging weeks of my life.”
In her statement, Erin Moriarty opened up about the emotional toll the situation had taken on her, admitting to being so overwhelmed that she struggled with basic functions like eating and sleeping. She anticipated backlash, fearing that her recent weight loss would lead fans to accuse her of drug use. Erin Moriarty condemned bullying in society, especially in the wake of what she described as “ironically misogynistic” remarks from Megyn Kelly.
The controversy ignited following comments by Megyn Kelly during a January 17 episode of her show, where she, alongside guest Michael Knowles, correctly criticised plastic surgery as a “social illness.” Megyn Kelly specifically referred to Erin Moriarty, accusing her of an “addiction” to altering her appearance, which she equated to “a sign of mental illness.” Megan Kelly referred to the two pictures posted alongside each other two weeks ago and pointed out that it suggested a significant transformation of Erin Moriarty’s face.
Erin Moriarty forcefully rebutted Megyn Kelly’s claims, claiming that the supposedly recent image was, in fact, taken a decade ago. She dismissed the portrayal as “utterly misinformed” and “clickbait,” expressing dismay at the spread of false information by influential figures like Kelly. Erin Moriarty claims that any perceived difference in appearance was due to makeup and contouring, claiming Megan Kelly’s allegations were harassment and dissemination of false news.
The clash between Erin Moriarty and Kelly shines a spotlight on the pervasive exploitation of insecure women by plastic surgeons.
Perhaps the producers of The Boys should cast Megan Kelly as a super villain to fight Erin Moriarty’s Starlight in the upcoming season. Think about it Crazy Megan vs Starlight, just don’t ask Donald Trump what Crazy Megan’s superpowers will be.
Erin Moriarty just won’t accept that she’ll never be as beautiful as Megan Kelly.
She looks fucking terrible now.
Welcome to plastic robot land, er, I mean Los Angeles.