Actress Olivia Colman admits to having had 'loads' of Botox but stopped for role in The Crown

Olivia Colman's Botox confession

Acclaimed actress Olivia Colman, aged 50, has openly admitted to having had "loads" of Botox injections in the past. However, she decided to halt all treatments after landing the role of the ageing Queen in the popular series, The Crown.

Radio interview revelations

During an interview with Vernon Kay on Radio 2, Olivia Colman humorously compared her age to the DJ's, joking, "I look like your mum!" When asked about Botox, she candidly shared that she had undergone multiple treatments in the past, despite finding the process painful.

Praise for honesty

Despite the honesty about her previous Botox use, fans and followers flooded X (formerly known as Twitter) with praise for Olivia's transparency and decision to forgo injections for her recent roles, including her portrayal of the Queen in The Crown.

Embracing natural appearance for character portrayal

Olivia Colman, known for her versatility in acting, chose to forego Botox for her roles as Queen Anne in The Favourite and Queen Elizabeth II in The Crown. By opting to maintain her natural appearance, she aimed to stay true to the historical and character authenticity required for these roles.