Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 25, 2025 · Entertainment

Alyssa Milano Embraces Authenticity: Removing Implants and Letting Go of the Past

Alyssa Milano revealed that is having her breast implants removed, posting an Instagram photo of herself in her hospital bed before the procedure

EXCLUSIVE: Alyssa Milano Reveals Shocking Truth Behind Her Breast Implants - And Why She's Finally Ditching Them!

The Hollywood actress, 52, has been a household name for decades, charming audiences with her roles in iconic TV shows like Charmed and movies like Point Break. But behind the scenes, Milano has been harboring a secret that she's finally ready to spill - she's had breast implants since her early days as an ingénue.

In a bold move, Milano posted a dramatic Instagram photo of herself lying in a hospital bed before undergoing the removal surgery. The caption was just as revealing: "Ridding myself of 'false narratives' and letting go of the body that was sexualized and abused."

Alyssa is pictured last year with her husband Dave Bugliari, a talent agent who founded a company that represents such names as Bradley Cooper and Danny McBride

The actress's decision to get rid of her implants is more than just a vanity-driven choice - it's a powerful statement about self-love, empowerment, and breaking free from societal expectations. Milano has long been an advocate for women's rights, particularly in the #MeToo movement that brought down Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein.

But what sparked her decision to ditch the implants? Milano revealed that she got them to fit into the mold of beauty standards set by society - a desperate attempt to be "attractive," "loved," and "successful." However, as she grew older, she realized that these physical alterations were never truly hers to begin with.

"I believed that my breast augmentation was necessary for me to be attractive; to be loved; to be successful; to be happy," Milano confessed. But now, she's embracing her authentic self - implant-free and unapologetic. "Today I’m releasing those false narratives, the parts of me that were never actually parts of me."

Milano, who did not disclose when she got her implants, is pictured in 2014 attending the world premiere of the Meryl Streep starrer Into the Woods in New York

Milano's post also included a shoutout to fellow breast implant warrior Michelle Visage, who had her own implants removed in 2019 after linking them to her autoimmune condition Hashimoto's disease. "I'm also tremendously inspired by women like Michelle Visage who have been open and public about their relationships with their breast implants, making it easier for me and countless others to find our own way," Milano wrote.

As the actress embarks on this new chapter of her life, she's sending a powerful message to young girls everywhere: you don't need artificial enhancements to be beautiful or worthy. "Today I am loved, I am feminine, I am attractive, and I am successful. None of that is because of my implants," Milano proudly declared.

The floodgates have opened, with fans and fellow celebrities alike praising Milano's courage and vulnerability. Michelle Visage, the host of RuPaul's Drag Race, wrote: "I'M THRILLED FOR YOU! The heal is real baby! See you on the lighter side." Baywatch alumna Nicole Eggert, who has undergone two mastectomies to treat her breast cancer, shared her own words of encouragement: "Yes to all of this."

Milano is pictured in a publicity still for a 2022 appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show

Milano's plastic surgeon, Dr. Tim Neavin, was also tagged in the post, and it seems his skills are about to be put to the test once again.

As Milano recovers from her surgery, she'll have a new lease on life - implant-free and ready to take on the world. "Today, I’m my authentic self. Today, I’m free."

Milano is pictured aged 25 in a 1998 publicity still for Charmed