Ethan “ModBoy” Bramble’s body told a story—one written in ink across nearly every inch of his skin. Known as one of the most heavily tattooed young men in the world, the 24-year-old Australian is now taking the extraordinary step of removing much of it, one painful laser session at a time, for the sake of his daughter.
His fascination with body modification began at just 11, starting with stretched ears and escalating over the years into tongue splitting, eyeball tattoos, belly button removal, and intricate, dark designs covering his face, neck, arms, and hands. By his early twenties, Ethan had spent over $60,000 AUD transforming himself into “ModBoy,” an online personality admired for his audacity but often misunderstood.
But fatherhood changed everything. Ethan began to worry about how his daughter might perceive him—or how the world might judge her because of him. “I guess you could say I regret some tattoos,” he admitted, emphasizing that it wasn’t regret for art, but a desire to be seen differently. His face, in particular, became a source of anxiety.
So he began laser tattoo removal. The process is slow, painful, and expensive—each session leaving skin raw, red, and swollen—but Ethan views it as a way to reclaim his identity. “I’m clearing the canvas,” he said, describing both the physical fading of ink and the emotional shedding of his past.
The journey has been transformative. Beyond the physical pain, it has brought mental clarity and a renewed sense of self. Ethan now prioritizes being a father over his past persona, focusing on showing his daughter the man he wants to be. He also speaks openly about his experiences, urging young fans to make permanent choices mindfully.
Today, Ethan’s tattoos are lighter, his expression softer, and his purpose clearer. His story isn’t about rejecting who he was—it’s about evolving into the father, man, and person he aspires to be. In a world obsessed with appearances, his journey proves that true transformation begins from within.