Dax Shepard Breaks Silence On 'Jaw Implant' Rumors With Telling Confession

Dax Shepard is owning his facial transformation while revealing the reason behind the change. 

The actor-turned-podcaster admitted that his look has noticeably evolved, but not due to cosmetic surgery, as some fans have speculated.

Alongside acknowledging his altered appearance, he also addressed his recent award loss, sharing how saddened he felt by it. 

Dax Shepard Explains Reason For His Facial Changes 

The 51-year-old actor reflected on his old films and admitted he looks noticeably different from his younger self.

"I will acknowledge, I'll be watching with my children, like, 'Parenthood,' we watch with them. And I'm going, 'Oh, my God, dude, I look so different," Shepard confessed in a January 12 episode of his “Armchair Expert” podcast.

He added that his face appears as though he had a “jaw implant,” but clarified that the change is due to weight gain. "There's something about your neck getting thicker; it changes your whole appearance," he explained to guest Kumail Nanjiani, who agreed with the theory.

Nanjiani added that shifts in body fat can also reshape facial features. He dismissed similar plastic surgery rumors about himself, clarifying that while he has tried Botox, he never had a jaw implant.

Shepard went on to reflect on years of harsh criticism about his looks, admitting he was often labeled "ugly" in comparison to his wife, Kristen Bell.

How Dax Shepard Responded to Golden Globes Loss

Just hours before addressing speculation about his changing appearance on his podcast, Shepard reacted to his 2026 Golden Globes defeat. The actor lost the Best Podcast award to Amy Poehler's “The Good Hang.”

As The Blast reported, the “Punk'd” alum admitted he was saddened by the outcome, but for a deeply personal reason.

In a heartfelt and now-deleted Instagram post, the actor shared a screenshot of a supportive message from his daughter, who praised his appearance before the ceremony.

In his response, the “Employee of the Month” actor explained that his only disappointment in not winning was missing the chance to publicly declare his love for his two daughters on stage. 

Proud Dad Dax Shepard Reveals Thoughtful Plan to Support Daughter's Motherhood Dreams

Shepard's desire to mention his children in his acceptance speech comes as no surprise, given how openly he gushes about them. A few days earlier, the actor shared how he intends to support his youngest daughter, Delta's, future dream of becoming a parent.

As The Blast reported, Shepard explained that his little girl already talks about how she “can’t wait to have a baby.” He said her desire is a reflection of her nurturing instincts, which she even shows towards her toys.

Shepard explained he approached the topic with care, asking when she imagined having children, to which she replied later in life, in her 30s or 40s.

In response, Shepard suggested he was going to pay for freezing her eggs when she's older as a way to give her more flexibility and relieve future pressure.

Cher Dropped Her Unfiltered Opinion About Dax Shepard And Kristen Bell’s Marriage

While being a doting dad to his two girls, Shepard is also a loving husband to Kristen Bell for over a decade, a union that has often drawn public commentary. 

Most recently, The Blast reported music legend Cher weighed in on the topic of their marriage during an appearance on Shepard's show.

As Shepard reflected on how past trauma shaped his communication style, Cher cut in with a blunt remark, “You're lucky. She is definitely the better half.” 

While her comment didn’t initially register with the media personality, he later leaned into it, pressing on for more details of what Cher thought. 

When Shepard questioned who she thought would be Bell's "dream partner," Cher didn't name anyone else but delivered a subtle jab. “The truth is, I trust her. So you must have something that I don't see,” Cher said. 

Kristen Bell Criticized Over Controversial Anniversary Post

Late last year, Bell faced intense backlash after sharing a post celebrating her 12th wedding anniversary with Shepard. 

According to The Blast, the “Nobody Wants This” actress included a quote from her husband in the caption.

She wrote, "Happy 12th wedding anniversary to the man who once said to me: 'I would never kill you. A lot of men have killed their wives at a certain point. Even though I'm heavily incentivized to kill you, I never would.'"

The remark quickly drew criticism, with many fans calling it inappropriate and poorly timed, especially since October is recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.