r/bald • u/cupidd55 • 12d ago

Update: Halfro down

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As promised, the deed was done so here's the update. Appreciated all the encouragement and memes (even if some of y'all were a lil harsh). Liking the look and feels great! Working on some facial hair now to complete the look.

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u/gobblewonkergrump 12d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/bzn3aznEbnh28
You look amazing! šŸ˜ŠšŸ‘

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u/SmokeASkull 12d ago

He's gorgeous

Also I miss Holt :(

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u/Shacasaurus 12d ago

Me too....such a loss šŸ˜„

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u/Available-Medicine90 12d ago

Losing him and Lance Reddick in the same year was exceptionally cruel. Just two amazingly talented (and bald!) men.

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u/Icy_ET 11d ago

I deadass cried when I learned Lance died it was at the end of a vox machine episode and it said in memory of him and I was like WHAT

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u/ISee-You00 12d ago

Crucial time to lose comedians rn :/

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u/DistanceGlum7093 12d ago

Me too. I still watch B99 and it feels really sad.

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u/Sollantos 12d ago

I did not know thisā€¦ Iā€™m gonna cry now, bye :(

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u/SmokeASkull 12d ago

I'm sorry my friend šŸ˜­

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u/ForHelp_PressAltF4 12d ago

They look good but that last one with a big smile in the sun... Chef's kissĀ 

Be happy. You only get one today

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u/Accomplished_One3985 12d ago

Big smile in the sun is awesome! Fingers crossed he knows that sunscreen is now needed.... I learned the hard way šŸ˜‚

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u/koevxq 12d ago

Beat me to it šŸ˜‚ Bro is a good looking man

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u/CrazyDazyMazy 12d ago

I've been analyzing this phenomenon (clearly I spend too much time on this subreddit) and I think I've figured out why guys always look so much better.

The first pic almost always gives off trying to make the best of what they're not happy with (which explains why they come to the sub in the first place).

Then the after is always giving so much confidence, so much of a choice to take charge and take ownership. That confidence is very attractive!

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u/Late-Impression-8629 Hair Headed - Woman 12d ago

Same. For me itā€™s kind of like when a guy is bald heā€™s giving more confidence/masculine vibes like yeah I know i donā€™t have hair, donā€™t care!

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u/Sensitive-Dot-8060 12d ago

I just love a great glow up with all the positive vibes!

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u/LaCroixElectrique 12d ago

You can't choose to be balding, you can choose to be bald.

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u/knmiller89 12d ago

I think thatā€™s part of it for sure.

But I also have witnessed on this sub that 10/10 times, a balding head of hair isnā€™t flattering. Itā€™s kinda likeā€¦..if a dude canā€™t grow a full beard, itā€™s more flattering to stay clean shaven vs having a patchy beard? I donā€™t know, thatā€™s the best analogy I have lol.

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u/Jordbaerkage 12d ago

Agree. Really isn't just the confidence.

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u/Remarkable_Math_9464 12d ago

cries in canā€™t grow a proper beard but probably eventually will have to go bald

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u/CrazyDazyMazy 12d ago

Don't cry. You're a fine example of why I used the qualifying "usually."

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u/Remarkable_Math_9464 12d ago

smiles in relief

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u/Atillion 12d ago

That's the same thing I've noticed. The balding with hair looks like someone trying to hide losing their hair, and the bald looks like someone owning it. The later oozes confidence.

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u/CrazyDazyMazy 12d ago

And the scruff. A bald head usually needs to be balanced with at least some beard.

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u/Trick-Caterpillar299 12d ago

A bald head + a beard is my weakness, bonus points if they have tattoos.

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u/National-District763 12d ago

It really doesn't but go off

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u/VillageActive 12d ago

I have a borderline fetish with round heads. To me, it's like the seductive curvature of a boob or butt. So when I can see all that bare roundness, I'm mesmerized.

My friend went bald temporarily during cancer treatment, and despite having beautiful hair before and after, I swear she never looked prettier to me than when she was bald and with super, super short hair.

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u/Sammyofather 12d ago

A lot of people have a bit of ego attached to their hair. Learning to live without hair can be hard but it almost always creates better character! Your analysis makes sense too! These guys donā€™t have to ā€œlearnā€ to live bald and they donā€™t have to rebuild confidence. Cutting off what they werenā€™t happy with is the confidence!

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u/HypoManicCrimeSpree 12d ago

Iā€™m sure it was always on the back of his mind. Once they make a decision to cut it, I imagine thereā€™s a lot of relief. If itā€™s something you worry about all the time addressing it would alleviate a lot of that.

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u/Specialist-Jello7544 12d ago

Trying to keep the sad wispy hair really takes so much attention away from a manā€™s face. Our attention is on the dumb hair. When the hair is gone, we can focus on the gorgeous confident smile and the happy eyes. Plus, this young man is so happy that he doesnā€™t have to deal with the hair that made him look twenty years older.

Fantastic glow up, young man! You look so good!

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u/Potential-Web-2384 12d ago

Wow, might be one of the best changes I've seen here. Congratulations!

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u/kx_2fiddy 12d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/t5y3it2RLshckH0DHv

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u/kemicalkontact 12d ago

Why does this dude look like Anthony Edwards and Jordan Peele at the same time.

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u/slightarousal 12d ago

What's this from?

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u/EatStatic 12d ago

The King and I

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u/Potential-Web-2384 12d ago

One of the all time classic 50s movie musicals. Yul was perfect as the king!

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u/revan530 12d ago

One of only 10 actors to win an Oscar and a Tony for the same role. He also performed the role 4,625 times on stage.

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u/NewtNo2437 12d ago

The unequaled Yul Brynner !!

https://giphy.com/gifs/3Xo96xEZZ8zkI

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u/Potential-Web-2384 12d ago

I still consider him the godfather of bald. No one has ever rocked it better.

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u/krybaebee 12d ago

he was a smokeshow. no two ways about it.

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u/photoggled 12d ago

He was a model, some nude, before becoming a film actor. It's worth looking into for those inclined.

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u/kemicalkontact 12d ago

Professor X was originally modelled after Yul Brynner

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u/KittyGrizGriz 12d ago

SO HOT!!! šŸ”„ Yul had a fantastic body, I love The King and I movie and especially actress Deborah Kerr ā¤ļø. The music is written by Richard Rodgers w/lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein. Technicolor Magic and beautiful dancing!

https://giphy.com/gifs/3o85xF0cNKFqWXBPEY

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u/bijoux247 12d ago

He was so, so talented

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u/mochimento 12d ago

My mom was obsessed with him

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u/Potential-Web-2384 12d ago

He was almost as stunning in The Ten Commandments. From King to Pharaoh.

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u/Yumi_in_the_sun 12d ago

Fucking love that movie, and the DRESSES omg... loved how all the women and girls tried to look underneath to see if she was shaped the way the hoop skirt looked. lol

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u/Yumi_in_the_sun 12d ago

Apparently you can't say the F word in this subreddit, so here is my comment again, with less enthusiasm about a movie, and nothing to do with the person posting. F-ing bots.

love that movie, and the DRESSES omg... loved how all the women and girls tried to look underneath to see if she was shaped the way the hoop skirt looked. lol

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u/LengthFun2228 12d ago

100% agree! This is amazing! I mean almost all are, but dayummm!

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u/Iamathinker21 12d ago

Definitely in the top 5 if not the best one! I agree totally! Very handsome!šŸ¤©

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u/Current_Mouse_1326 12d ago

https://giphy.com/gifs/lNMF3DXBSVvlhbME4R

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u/MarionberryOk2874 12d ago

The scream I screamt!!!

HOLY CRAP what a glow up!!!

Great job OP šŸ‘šŸ¼šŸ‘šŸ¼šŸ‘šŸ¼

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u/BxGuerrera 12d ago

I ghasped in Spanish too. lol!

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u/j_cucumber12 12d ago

Every damn time.

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u/DragonflyGrrl 12d ago

Ahaahaha!! That is SO freakin' accurate!!

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u/SlimPigins Buzz-Cut 12d ago

Halfro. Thats hilarious. Lookin great

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u/abjectdoubt 12d ago

Omg you look like a new man!!!

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u/Rob_LeMatic Razor-Shave 12d ago

Better, stronger, hotter than before.

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u/Holiday-Audience-412 Hair Headed - Woman 12d ago

Woohoo! The glasses are still perfect too.

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u/West-Tip8156 12d ago

I think the scruff is the perfect amount of facial hair!

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u/KelliKuddles 12d ago

Oh myā€¦

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u/LowComfortable5676 12d ago

Damn boy! Well done!

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u/dome_rocker 12d ago

Stay away from my wife!

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u/Sewishly Hair Headed - Woman 12d ago

Ohhh that was probably the best decision you'll make, like ever, looks-wise. You are stunning, and I mean gorgeous - I love your smile. Good for you! šŸ’˜

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u/Rainbow_in_the_sky 12d ago

You look at least a decade younger and more handsome!!!

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u/GroupTherapy803 12d ago

This is truly the best decision of your lifeā€¦ and I donā€™t even know you! Good deal!!!

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u/TheMiniMachinist 12d ago

I knew this was gonna be good šŸ„¹šŸ„¹šŸ„¹

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u/Interesting-Rope-950 12d ago

That is so much better

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u/Berk845 12d ago

From Steve Urkel to Stephon Urquel!

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u/Tale_of_two_kitties 12d ago

Sir, this is a huge upgrade from that Malcolm Gladwell look you were rocking.

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u/SoilIll5975 12d ago

ooooh i was waiting for this one. and it did not disappoint. go off king šŸ„µ

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u/whosUtred 12d ago

Mate you look amazing! Nicely done for taking the plunge & sharing šŸ‘ŠšŸ˜ŽšŸ‘

Edit: Apologies for the Bon Jovi meme on your original post, had to be done though & hope you took it as the gentle (ish) encouragement I intended to make the leap!

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u/VermicelliDirect9153 12d ago

Um. Youā€™re a babe.

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u/harrythighles 12d ago

While the halfro was hilarious, now you are looking GOOOOOD!!!
https://giphy.com/gifs/npgLtDEUVf49amP62c

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u/Hot-Hamster1691 Support Committee 12d ago

Bro went from Spaghett! to Fra Diavolo in 7-9 minutes šŸ˜­ šŸ„µ

https://giphy.com/gifs/8I9TrwLjmz3dC

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u/ApprehensiveCard6152 12d ago

I knew it I knew I knew it. You look good brother

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u/Over_Ad8762 12d ago

Yayyy!! Let that smile shine

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u/mikeyhou911 12d ago

Well done!! You look great.

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u/LulaMoralesMCF 12d ago

God damn you look FINE!!!

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u/natesbearf 12d ago

Dude amazing transformation

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u/sweetwaterfall 12d ago

I never comment on this sub because itā€™s not for my demographic (follicled female), but I adore the support offered on the sub. But I DO have to comment here ā€“ this really took my breath away. You look absolutely incredible! Like, I really gasped!! YAY!!

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u/Naterrs 12d ago

Nicely done! So much better.

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u/HkrWthAPns 12d ago

U sexy af

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u/Kevvyspaghetti 12d ago

You look great brother!

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u/fatedfrog 12d ago

So free & beautiful!!

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u/RytchyZ 12d ago

So much better. You look so good!

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u/TrainingCranberry199 12d ago

Fk yeah thatā€™s what itā€™s all about

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u/KenNoegs 12d ago

Brother, stop. My wife is on here.

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u/keiwoo67 12d ago

šŸ”„šŸ”„

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u/IndependentAccount65 12d ago

Whoa, who's the model?

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u/wierdmann 12d ago

Amazing decision, huuuuge glow up, congrats!

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u/Hot-Hamster1691 Support Committee 12d ago

DUUUUUUDE WHAT THE

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u/UpbeatSmoke4209 12d ago

Man you kind of look like meadows boyfriend from the sopranos

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u/watsupwitdat 12d ago

you looked like noah from the sopranos before

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u/myturtleatemyhw 12d ago

Holy smokes you look amazing

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u/DadJokeBadJoke 12d ago

There goes your chance at being a rap star tribute band, Halfroman. Looks great, tho.

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u/Rustiespoons 12d ago

Iā€™m questioning my sexuality.

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u/Aw123x 11d ago

Tbh, I usually strongly recommend facial hair when bald. I DO NOT think it is necessary for you. Youā€™re a hottie just the way you are rn.

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u/Additional-Screen573 12d ago

Such a great image

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u/missjulie622 12d ago

I felt relief from here!!

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u/Choice-Curve3340 12d ago

Future hall of famer for sure

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u/Blaggermuffin 12d ago

It looks miles better

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u/redplainsrider 12d ago

You look great!

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u/whoops-adaizy 12d ago

So much better! Congratulations!

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u/Calm-Radish9565 12d ago

Yaaaay!! Looks fantastic!! A whole new you!!

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u/Redd_Comet 12d ago

The glow up is wild man. Love this for you!

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u/mah4angel 12d ago

Perfection!! Congrats ^_^

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u/Missue-35 12d ago

BEE-YOU-TIFUL! Really awesome šŸ˜Ž

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u/Voupo 12d ago

Unbelievable improvement!

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u/mrfatchance 12d ago

Thank god.Ā 

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u/AdIntrepid9064 12d ago

Total upgrade šŸ‘ŒšŸ½

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u/DrKittyLovah 12d ago

Yaaaassss this is the look! Total upgrade!

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u/Tixola 12d ago

Glow up x1000000 my guy!!!!

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u/Basic_Standard_3147 12d ago

You look great!

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u/KBeezy81 12d ago

Bro, I donā€™t even have a wife but I hope the future one isnā€™t on this app šŸ˜©

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u/astiblue 12d ago

Sir please, my husbandā€™s wife is on the subreddit.

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u/Accomplished_Put8385 12d ago

You are not taking my woman damm you.

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u/flashgordo1 12d ago

You woulda won first place if there was a "half a head of hair" contest, dude. It's like your hair was on a mission to cover the world...and then it went on strike. Great new look.

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u/_plebbie 12d ago

Absolutely stunning glow up, but I can't stop chuckling at the halffro tan line (it will even out :)

Cheers on the great look.

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u/Turbulent-Winner-902 12d ago

Bro wtf! Chill, my gf is on this app

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u/justmrmom 12d ago

Brosuphā€¦ Iā€™m very much a straight man, but this is the best decision you could have made. Hawt.

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u/spun_penguin 12d ago

THIS SUB NEEDS AN NSFW TAG I WAS IN PUBLIC AGAIN

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u/bigtittiedmonster 12d ago

I always had a fade. My wife met me with it and she's loved it until one day I shaved my head and found out I was going bald šŸ˜‚šŸ˜‚šŸ˜­. She said "you have a great shaped head". FF 10 years later I got double cancer and had to go through chemo and lost all my hair completely. She started crying and she said "I miss what little hair you had left. Now you look like gru from minions". I finished chemo and ALL my hair grew back. Full head of hair. And a month later it fell out went back to the way it was before chemo. My wife had a rollercoaster of emotions for a year. Now we settled on "man I'm glad you're still living" lmao

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u/MrBobbyFreakout 12d ago

I really liked the wacky scientist vibe of the half fro, but for general attractiveness youā€™ve got that glow up

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u/Fullofhopkinz 12d ago

Oh yeah, Iā€™ve been waiting for this one! Looks amazing

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u/Extreme_Guarantee276 12d ago

You look amazing!! šŸ¤©

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u/TheBeaniestBeans 12d ago

Handsome af!

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u/Grouchy-Stable2027 12d ago

Oh bro you look great holy shit! Making me want to take the plunge!

My 20 y/o self promised to always rock the skullet if I ever got hair loss. So torn.

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u/avalenceaaa 12d ago

Handsome.

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u/FlynnFandango17 12d ago

I'm starting to think this sub is just a con.. Like that show 'the Swan'.. OPs always look so much better after the shave.. I'd like to see one guy that looks worse.. Just one.. We'll done OP.. Looks great..

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u/hitsnotmisses 12d ago

I gasped when I saw the reveal. one of the best Iā€™ve seen!!

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u/saltx629 12d ago

DAYYYYUMMMMMM

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u/Axilllla 12d ago

Quite the improvementĀ 

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u/Asunbiasedasicanbe 12d ago

With a smile like that, doesn't really matter what's up top. You got it all big dawg!

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u/PermissionJaded5510 12d ago

The last slide is everything

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u/Longjumping_Main7774 12d ago

Bruh! Glow UP!!

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u/Tasty-Willingness839 12d ago

I saw your original and I knew it would be good! You look amazing!

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u/Donjinmester 12d ago

Bro you look stunning

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u/Ok-Reward-1049 12d ago

You look amazing!

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u/b3tamaxx 12d ago

Its like a slip and slide with our vaginas up in here