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Troye Sivan Slams Surgeon Over Unsolicited Beauty Advice

1/25/2026

Summary

Story summary

Troye Sivan criticized cosmetic surgeon Dr. Zayn Khalid Majeed for giving unsolicited medical advice about his appearance in a viral video.
Majeed apologized to Sivan, regretted upsetting him, and plans to create content.
Sivan said the video triggered body insecurities and led him to consider cosmetic surgery.
Content creator Samantha Rizzo and content creator Keelin Moncrieff discussed cosmetic-surgery talk, with Moncrieff saying normalization is disturbing and transparency is needed.

History

Historical Context

The rise of cosmetic surgery in the U.S. began post-World War I, initially for reconstructive purposes. By 2000, 7.4 million procedures were performed, reflecting societal acceptance and changing beauty standards. Influenced by media and public figures, this trend raises concerns about body image and mental health, as many seek surgery to conform to narrow definitions of beauty, often exacerbating underlying psychological issues.

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Story summary

Troye Sivan criticized cosmetic surgeon Dr. Zayn Khalid Majeed for giving unsolicited medical advice about his appearance in a viral video.
Majeed apologized to Sivan, regretted upsetting him, and plans to create content.
Sivan said the video triggered body insecurities and led him to consider cosmetic surgery.
Content creator Samantha Rizzo and content creator Keelin Moncrieff discussed cosmetic-surgery talk, with Moncrieff saying normalization is disturbing and transparency is needed.

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