Jonathan Ross recently spoke openly about the permanent scar on his forehead during an appearance on the By The Way with Harriet Rose podcast. Known for his charismatic presence and currently hosting the new show Handcuffed, the 65-year-old broadcaster revealed the origin of the mark that fans have often noticed.
When complimented on his youthful looks and asked about Botox, Jonathan clarified, “No Botox, but I did have an operation on my forehead when I was a kid.” Pointing to the visible scar, he explained, “You can see the scar there, and when I wrinkle my forehead, only half goes up because the other half hasn’t got any muscle in it.” The scar is a result of having a lump removed through the NHS at age 17.
During the same podcast, Jonathan also shared a recent health scare that occurred during a trip to Japan. Praising Skechers for their comfort, he recounted why he ditched his Gucci trainers: “I wore them for about half an hour and thought, ‘Why does my foot hurt in so many different places?’ They didn’t even look good.”
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He then revealed that on that trip, he had to undergo emergency dental treatment. “I had a bad tooth, and the dentist said, ‘You’ll be fine until you get back,’ but the pressure on the plane made it worse.” Upon arrival in Japan, his face swelled dramatically, making him unable to use facial recognition on his phone. “I had to find an emergency dentist in Tokyo who spoke English. That trip, I was in agony and just wanted to get home.”
Fortunately, Jonathan was able to continue his journey after receiving proper treatment and strong painkillers. His openness about health extends to his family — his 34-year-old daughter Betty has publicly shared her struggles with fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS). Betty has found increased mobility and freedom using a wheelchair, which she credits with improving her quality of life despite her health challenges.