Susan Dell has made headlines recently for two reasons — her massive $6.25 billion donation to help 25 million American children under the age of 10 open new investment accounts, and her looks. Soon after she and husband Michael Dell posted a video announcing the historic engagement, social media lit up with memes and comments, with many users focusing on the noticeable changes on her face asking “what happened?
The video caused a worldwide frenzy the moment it was posted. But instead of focusing on her massive donation, attention has shifted to her appearance, with social media debating whether the changes are due to botox or plastic surgery.
The internet has also dug up some of her old photos to compare with the new images to point out the difference and overshadow her philanthropic achievements.
What are the visible changes in her face?
In the older pictures, her skin looked darker, her features softer and more natural, while the new video showed noticeably sharper features and wider eyes, and a comparatively whiter skin tone. The contrast has fueled online speculation about possible cosmetic enhancements, although nothing has been confirmed.
Did Susan Dell go under the knife or is it botox?
This has never been confirmed by Susan Dell or anyone close to her. But Irish Star US spoke to some medical professionals to understand the visible changes on Susan Dell’s face.
Dr Ross Perry, Medical Director of Cosmedics Skin Clinics, said: “Several cosmetic procedures, surgical or non-surgical, could produce this type of result.
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“It’s possible she’s had a full facelift as the skin around her jawline and mid-face appears lifted,” he noted.
The doctor said it for wide eyes Susan Dell may have had an “upper blepharoplasty” as well. (eyelid surgery).” Such surgeries can “produce more open, refreshed, and awake eyes, an effect that appears likely in recent images.”
“However, even non-surgical treatments can achieve significant changes. Botox can smooth forehead wrinkles and fine lines, while dermal fillers in the cheeks or tear troughs can restore lost volume and create a more youthful contour. In some cases, overuse of injectables, such as excessive Botox around the eyes or too many fillers in the mid-face, can even contribute to a slightly flushed or tired appearance.”
Another professional, Dr. Gerard Lambe, cosmetic surgeon and founder of Reflect Clinic, said: “Based on recent public appearances and pictures, Susan Dell appears to have made a significant investment in facial rejuvenation procedures.”
While Susan Dell has never confirmed she’s going under the knife, social media has exploded with all sorts of claims — with some even slamming her for “ruining” her perfect face.
One user wrote on X: “Susan Dell went to hell and all she got was this crappy facelift.” Another said: “Sad what plastic surgery can do.”
“Susan Dell needs to calm down with the eyeliner and plastic surgery. She looks like a puppet,” reports the Irish Star.
A third user asked: “What’s wrong with Susan Dell’s face/eyes?” Another echoed the sentiment, saying: “Yeah, I can’t get over it? I don’t want to be mean, do I?”
Another joined in” “Again, can you tell me what’s going on with Susan’s face? It set me back a minute.”
Another social media user said: “Susan Dell should have used some of that $6 billion to get her face done! Eat something while you’re at it! Sheez! Does she really think she looks good?”
Susan Dell – Philanthropist
“We believe that giving is the most important thing we do in life,” is a quote from Susan Dell that appears on the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation member page when opened.
Susan Dell is co-founder and chair of the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, which was established in 1999.
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As part of the foundation, she “also led the effort to establish the $100 million Rebuild Texas Fund, which provides long-term support to communities affected by Hurricane Harvey.
“In addition to philanthropy, Susan is a successful fashion entrepreneur who has founded three fashion brands, including the luxury label Phi. She is also an accomplished athlete who has competed in elite marathons, triathlons and the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii,” the foundation says.
Susan has held several distinguished roles, including serving on President Bush’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sport, serving as a lifetime trustee on the board of the Dell Children’s Foundation, and previously serving on the board of the Cooper Institute.
“She was inducted into the Texas Women’s Hall of Fame for her efforts in supporting Texas families in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. In 2025, she and Michael received the Texas State History Museum Foundation’s History-Making Texan Award, which recognizes Texans whose contributions to the state, nation and world are exceptional in scope and impact,” the release said.
