In recent months, the internet has been buzzing about a former ’80s icon who has become nearly unrecognizable. Known for years for his polished and sophisticated style, his recent appearance on a New York City film set has sparked a flurry of reactions online.

In April 2024, passersby in New York City couldn’t help but notice a familiar face—though it took a moment for many to recognize him. On the set of an upcoming TV series, the actor sported a dramatically different look.

Gone was the clean-shaven face and neatly cropped hair that fans had come to love. Instead, he had shoulder-length, wavy hair and a full, medium-length beard. Dressed in a navy blue sweater and jeans, his new style exuded a casual, earthy vibe that sharply contrasted with his previous polished image.

This unexpected transformation quickly became a hot topic on social media. One user on X quipped, “He just needs to shave and cut his hair.” Another remarked, “He looks like a slovenly 20-year-old college student with his beard.”

The buzz didn’t stop there. Other social media platforms lit up with comments from fans who couldn’t believe their eyes. “He looks like a completely different man,” one user exclaimed. “They showed him on the screen at the Knicks game and my brain was not comprehending,” another posted, accompanied by a crying emoji.

Others were astonished by the change. “[He] is at the Knicks game and he is completely unrecognizable,” wrote one user on X, with another echoing, “[He] looks unrecognizable.” This drastic change in appearance left fans nostalgic for his earlier look yet intrigued by this new chapter in his life.

Comparisons to Russell continued to roll in, with one user observing, “He’s turning into Kurt Russell,” while another echoed, “Man is like a younger Kurt Russell.”