đźđ±He spent over 1 million dollars on tattoos, but just look at what he looked like before.
When Rick Genest was only fifteen years old, doctors performed a complex brain surgery. This pivotal moment changed his outlook on life forever.
By the age of sixteen, he got his first tattoo â and thus began the story of his transformation.
Tattoo after tattoo covered his entire body. In the end, his skin displayed 139 bones and 176 insects â an incredible result that earned him a place in the Guinness World Records, even though many shuddered at the sight of his appearance.
When his follower count reached one and a half million, Rick was invited to a photoshoot for an international magazine. Later, he appeared in a music video and even in a movie.
đ”đČBut just looking at his old photos is enough to understand how different the man the world would come to know as Zombie Boy really was.
His âbefore and afterâ photos, as well as the full story, are in the first comment.đđđ
On his skin were 139 bones and 176 insects â this is what got him into the Guinness World Records. His appearance was impossible to ignore. He inspired admiration, debate, but never indifference.
When his follower count reached one and a half million, Rick was invited to pose for the international magazine Dress to Kill.
After this, he was noticed by the creative director of MUGLER. Soon after, Genest became the face of MUGLERâs new collection and appeared in a music video that earned the singer a prestigious music award.
Later, he appeared in a movie alongside Keanu Reeves.
Despite his success, the life of the Montreal model was not easy. According to Radio Canada, Rick was going through a severe inner crisis.
After his passing, Lady Gaga emphasized in her message the importance of support and attention to the emotional well-being of loved ones.
âIf youâre struggling â talk to a friend or family. We need to take care of each other,â she wrote.
Rick Genest, known worldwide as Zombie Boy, did not live to see his 33rd birthday. His story is a reminder that behind every image, there is always a person who needs understanding, warmth, and acceptance.
