Sofia Richie, the daughter of famous musician Lionel Richie, began making a name for herself in the modeling industry as a teenager. She grew up under the spotlight and has undergone notable physical changes in recent years, leading to ongoing plastic surgery rumors.
Los Angeles native Sofia Richie drew her first breath on August 24, 1988. She debuted on-screen on her sister's reality show "Candidly Nicole" at 15. It wasn't long before she began gracing the covers of Who What Wear, Elle Magazine, NationAlist Magazine, and several others afterward.
By the end of 2014, Richie had signed with L.A. Models and Select Model Management. She has since ascended to high ranks in the industry, but growing up under the modeling spotlight meant the media paid extra attention to how she aged.
Sofia Richie is pictured on September 14, 2022, in New York City | Source: Getty Images
Like many celebrities, Richie has been the subject of plastic surgery rumors. Outlets have recruited experts to weigh in on her changing appearance over the years and have speculated on the possible procedures she underwent. The 25-year-old has yet to provide a comment.
Surgeons Suggest Sofia Richie Has Had Several Plastic Surgeries on Various Parts of Her Body and Face
In September 2019, Page Six published a nine-picture slideshow depicting Richie's physical evolution since her modeling career began in 2014. As she experimented with different hair colors, her physical appearance showed subtle changes in her facial and bust area, particularly from 2018 onward.
Sophia Richie poses as she arrives at Teen Vogue's 10th Anniversary Annual Young Hollywood Party on September 27, 2012, in Beverly Hills | Source: Getty Images
In December 2019, the Irish Mirror consulted a surgeon from MYA Cosmetic Surgery, who suggested that Richie had non-surgical lip fillers, as her upper lip had become "fuller" and "more defined" in shape. The expert said her lips had a "very natural" finish, as they were still proportionate to her face.
Another procedure the surgeon suggested was breast augmentation (or enlargement), looking at previous pictures of the young model. They commented that her bust area still looked natural as the anatomical implant she chose "complemented her small frame."
Furthermore, they alleged a possible rhinoplasty, as Richie's nose bridge, tip, and nostrils looked slimmer than in her older photos. Life and Style Mag also recruited an expert who, in addition to the procedures mentioned above, also suspected Botox, as they observed:
"I would say she's had a surgical rhinoplasty to narrow her nose, lip augmentation to plump her lips and possibly Botox to the masseter muscle (jaw). Her jawline is less square now making her lower face appear thinner."
Sofia Richie Never Speaks about Her Alleged Facial Changes
The daughter of Lionel Richie and Diane Alexander has yet to address the cosmetic surgery allegations waged against her. Amid them, she has appeared on the website of famous plastic surgeon Dr. Jason B. Diamond. She can be seen on a screenshot of an old Instagram story she previously posted.
The photo showed Richie posing alongside Dr. Diamond, with the caption, "Back with my fav @drjasondiamond." Dr. Diamond also featured similar pictures with other celebrities (along with Richie's), including Shay Mitchell and Scott Disick. He has an active IG profile where he shares work-related content and pictures with his family.
Sofia Richie Looked Stunning at Her Wedding
In a recent Instagram update, Richie posted a lengthy "Part 2" slideshow depicting special moments from her big day with her now-husband, Elliot Grainge. The photos featured her parents, her sister Nicole Richie, fellow model and friend Paris Hilton, her bridal party, and several black-and-white snaps from a jolly reception.
Her comment section brimmed with congratulatory messages from fans and celebrities alike. "You look absolutely STUNNING!!! Congratulations Sofia! [fire emoji, heart emoji]," LaToya Jackson raved. Others, including singer-songwriter Pixie Lot and hair stylist Violet Teriti, also complimented the young bride.
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