10+ Photos Showing Expectation and Reality Are Complete Opposites

In the era of social media, where filters reign supreme and editing tools have become a virtual magic wand, it's no secret that what we see online may not always match up with reality. While scrolling through the glamorous galleries of our favorite celebrities, we're often left mesmerized by perfect pictures where we can see flawlessly contoured faces, impossibly toned physiques, or unrealistic thin waists. 

However, in fact, many of them are edited and that leaves us wondering what lies beyond those flawless filters and impeccable angles. We’ve rounded up 10+ side-by-side pictures of celebrities to see how much difference between social media pictures and the work of professional photographers. 

#1. Katy Perry

#2. Christina Aguilera

#3. Rebel Wilson

#4. Jennifer Coolidge

#5. Donatella Versace

#6. Rose Byrne

#7. Reese Witherspoon

#8. Lady Gaga

#9. Nicole Kidman

#10. Kerry Washington

#11. Salma Hayek

#12. Margot Robbie