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Rosie O'Donnell Reveals Costly Facelift, Sparks Son's Criticism

6/8/2026

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Rosie O'Donnell disclosed on June 7, 2026 Tony Awards red carpet that she had a facelift in January, posted Instagram photos, and said in a May 26, 2026 Substack essay she shared surgery to be truthful.
She noted the operation cost more than car she bought, prompting her son Clay to say he would not respect her if she had it.
O'Donnell called this period “act 3,” saying she feels happy to be alive and use her voice.

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Rosie O'Donnell disclosed on June 7, 2026 Tony Awards red carpet that she had a facelift in January, posted Instagram photos, and said in a May 26, 2026 Substack essay she shared surgery to be truthful.
She noted the operation cost more than car she bought, prompting her son Clay to say he would not respect her if she had it.
O'Donnell called this period “act 3,” saying she feels happy to be alive and use her voice.