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Beards and Buzz: Prince William's Facial Hair Sparks Reactions

Facial hair is more than just a style; it ignites opinions and conversations across the globe!

By Jacob GallagherSource: nytimes.com1 min read
Beards and Buzz: Prince William's Facial Hair Sparks Reactions
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From Prince William's playful scruff to celebrity approval, facial hair makes headlines and head turns.

The beard trend has turned heads, especially when it comes to Prince William. The British royal, known for his classic looks, has stepped out with a few variations of facial hair recently, causing quite a commotion! Introduced in August, his initially sparse beard made a brief impression while celebrating Team Britain at the Olympics. However, daughter Princess Charlotte’s tearful reaction led to a quick shave for the prince.Fast forward to this past week, and he’s back with a fuller, yet still subtle beard. Showing off his new look while serving Christmas lunch for charity and attending the Notre-Dame cathedral reopening in Paris, he garnered praise from unexpected quarters. President-elect Donald Trump chimed in, calling him "really handsome." Gossip columns hailed the prince's delicate beard as “rugged,” even though it leans more on the gentle side.As facial hair continues to be a hot topic, Prince William has reminded us that sometimes, the simplest style choices can provoke the strongest reactions!

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