Ashton Kutcher defends Hollywood’s beauty standards

Ashton Kutcher, at the premiere of FX’s “The Beauty,” argued that Hollywood is not to blame for unrealistic beauty standards, citing a diverse representation of body types and ages in current media. He emphasized that beauty expectations stem from societal norms rather than industry mandates, reflecting humanity’s reality. The new thriller explores society’s obsession with perfection, featuring a virus that transforms people into flawless beings, with Kutcher playing a tech billionaire behind the crisis. “The Beauty” premieres on January 21, 2026, on Hulu and Disney+.