
The Weeknd just made his first red carpet appearance since breaking up with Bella Hadid. No big deal I guess, except he doesn’t actually look like The Weeknd anymore.
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But let’s start at the beginning. There I was, looking at pictures from Toronto International Film Festival where Adam Sandler’s new movie, Uncut Gems, celebrated its premiere.
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Of course, the cast turned out in force for the occasion, including Idina Menzel, Lakeith Stanfield, and Adam Sandler himself. But I was somewhat surprised when I read that The Weeknd was also apparently in the picture because…no he isn’t?
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And then it hit me.
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Yes, this is The Weeknd with a brand new ‘tache.
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Here’s the side by side, just for reference.
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The Weeknd isn’t the only one to change his look though. Not too long ago, Bella also switched things up, trading in her trademark dark hair for something a little lighter.
I guess it’s out with the old and in with the new!
Ben Henry is a celebrity reporter for BuzzFeed UK and is based in London.
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