It can be hard to figure out a touch of botox from a major facelift in the world of A-list procedures, but it’s easier to tell when a celeb has completely redone their smile. In the case of these famous faces, they’ve left their teeth out of the equation (or had just a couple of touch ups that don’t distract from their natural smile). An easy grin or two shows these Hollywood heavyweights aren’t bowing to the pressure for perfection, instead they’re embracing a little bit of wonkiness.
We think these imperfections make them all the more perfect. Read on to see the characteristic smiles of some of Hollywood’s finest…
© WireImage via Getty ImagesAimee Lou Wood has one of Hollywood’s best smiles
Aimee Lou Wood
Aimee Lou Wood found mainstream fame on Sex Education as fan-favourite character Aimee Gibbs. She’s since been cast in lead roles on Film Club, Daddy Issues and The White Lotus.
The actress’ signature smile has only made her a more recognisable celeb at Hollywood events, and Aimee has been proud in choice to keep her teeth natural. She called out SNL for their “mean and unfunny” behaviour in 2025 after the sketch show produced a routine focussing on the actress’ distinctive grin.
© Getty ImagesJosh Hartnett’s beloved grin includes a trademark gap
Josh Hartnett
Josh Hartnett has starred in 2000s features like Pearl Harbor and Black Hawk Down, as well as much more recent blockbusters like Verity and Trap. Through it all, he’s been a beloved figure on screen.
Adding to that silver screen charm is Josh’s distinctive gap between his two front teeth, a feature that the actor has kept through his career.
© Getty ImagesKeira Knightley embraces her natural smile
Kiera Knightley
Keira Knightley is universally adored as one of Hollywood’s most beautiful stars. From an early role in Love Actually, to romantic star of Pride and Prejudice and Atonement, she’s been a near-constant presence on our screens.
The actress is proof that a natural approach to beauty is just at home on the red carpet as any other. While her pearly whites have surely been lightened, a bit of irregularity adds to the star’s enviable looks.
© Getty ImagesWillem Dafoe is a beloved star exactly as he is, signature grin included
Willem Dafoe
Willem Dafoe is an unpredictable force, whether he’s taking on unforgettable roles in horror hits like Nosferatu or hanging around the red carpet without a care.
The acclaimed actor takes a similar approach to cosmetic surgery, keeping his loveable grin exactly as it is. Willem is clearly one to focus on performance above all else, including the ‘Hollywood smile’.
© WireImage via Getty ImagesTom Cruise’s ‘middle tooth smile’ became a famous signature feature
Tom Cruise
Top Gun, Mission: Impossible and Jack Reacher have made Tom Cruise a megastar, and plenty of fans have fallen for his classic good looks along the way.
Early on in his career, Tom found an extra hit of fame for his ‘middle toothed smile’. Vitrin Clinic analysed his changing smile, acknowledging that the actor had had some work done but retained his slightly off-centre grin. We wouldn’t have him any other way!
© Getty ImagesAnna Paquin has kept her natural tooth gap
Anna Paquin
Star of True Blood, The Piano and X-Men, Anna Paquin has been on our screen for years, but audiences never tire of seeing the actress take on another lead role.
Anna has kept her natural diastema (or ‘tooth gap’) in the middle of her top row of teeth throughout her star-studded career. It’s a small imperfection that sets off the actress’ natural beauty in a subtle but memorable way.
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