Part 3/5:
Comparisons and Cultural Expectations
The conversation expanded beyond Jennifer Love Hewitt, with references to other celebrities who have undergone visible physical transformations. For example, some drew parallels with Tom Welling, the actor who portrayed Clark Kent on "Smallville." When Welling reappeared in projects around 2017, fans noted that he now looked like a middle-aged dad—a stark contrast to his youthful "Superman" days. This comparison underscores a societal tendency to scrutinize and sometimes criticize celebrities for changes that are entirely natural.