Ethan Bramble began altering his body at just 11, eventually covering himself in tattoos, splitting his tongue, stretching his ears, and even removing his belly button—spending nearly $39,000 to become what he called a “living artwork.”
For years, he loved the attention. But fatherhood changed that. Now a dad, Ethan regrets some of his extreme modifications, especially the facial tattoos that draw unwanted stares—ones that affect his daughter too.
Determined to turn a new page, he’s begun the painful process of laser tattoo removal. It’s grueling, but for Ethan, it’s a step toward healing—not just his skin, but his identity.
His journey shows that real transformation often starts from within.
