Ethan “ModBoy” Bramble, once known across social media and headlines for his radically modified appearance, is undergoing a personal transformation that’s turning just as many heads as his tattoos once did. The Australian body modification enthusiast began altering his appearance at the young age of 11. What started as a fascination with piercings and tattoos eventually evolved into a full-blown lifestyle. Over the years, Ethan endured more than 200 tattoos, stretched his earlobes to extreme sizes, split his tongue, dyed the whites of his eyes black, and even went as far as surgically removing his belly button. In total, he spent nearly $39,000 USD to achieve a look that made him feel like living art.
For years, Ethan embraced the stares, the judgment, and the constant attention. He wore his appearance like armor, defending his choices as expressions of personal freedom. He built a large social media following and lived as a symbol of extreme self-expression. But as life changed, so did his perspective.
Becoming a father was the turning point.
Ethan has since revealed that his once-prized facial tattoos are now a source of deep regret. The very marks that once made him feel empowered have become reminders of a chapter he no longer relates to. “People look at me like I’m a monster,” he admitted in a recent interview. “But the hardest part is when they look at my daughter the same way.”
Haunted by the impact his appearance might have on his child, Ethan made a difficult but determined decision: to begin laser tattoo removal. The process is slow, painful, and expensive—far more difficult than getting the tattoos in the first place. But for Ethan, each session represents a step toward reclaiming his identity, not erasing it, but reshaping it in a way that reflects who he is today.
He's already undergone multiple treatments, with the goal of removing as much of the visible ink—especially on his face—as possible. It’s not about rejecting his past, he insists, but about choosing growth over permanence. He still embraces his history, but now he's focused on building a future where his appearance doesn’t define how people see him—or his daughter.
Ethan’s journey has resonated deeply online, drawing support from people who admire his courage to change. His story challenges assumptions about body modification, regret, and the ability to heal. In a world that often values permanence, Ethan’s transformation reminds us that people are allowed to evolve—and that change, even the painful kind, can be beautiful.
As he continues his journey, Ethan Bramble isn’t just removing tattoos. He’s rebuilding confidence, reconnecting with his values, and reshaping how he wants the world—and his daughter—to see him. His story stands as a powerful testament that redemption is always possible, and that no matter how extreme our past may seem, growth is always within reach.
