Skip to contentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWant to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today.Join todayAlready a member? Log inLaura HardingTuesday 20 October 2026 12:08 BST(Getty)Actor Hunter Schafer has revealed she underwent gender-affirming lower body surgery in December, describing the outcome as "amazing" in a new interview with Elle magazine.The 27-year-old Euphoria star explained that whilst she had previously embraced her gender-expansive body, medically transitioning was the right decision for her personally.Schafer shared details of her recovery process, during which she was restricted to just 150 steps per day and supported by visits from family and friends.Reflecting on her personal growth since Euphoria launched in 2019, the actor noted how she has evolved from an introverted teenager into a confident performer who has shed her former shell.The star also discussed her romantic life, including past relationships with singer Rosalía and actor Dominic Fike, expressing a desire for longer, more intentional partnerships in the future.In fullEuphoria star Hunter Schafer says she has had gender-affirming surgeryMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in