Beards

Kids See Bearded Men As Strong — But Unattractive, Study Finds

9:26pm July 30, 2019

by Nell Greenfieldboyce

New research shows that young children have a negative reaction to beards, but that changes as they get older. Children with bearded fathers did feel more warmly toward facial hair.

Actor Tony Revolori, who plays Zero Moustafa in The Grand Budapest Hotel, paints on a mustache. The movie was full of fake mustaches — but most were made of human hair and silk, rather than paint.

Arts

At 'The Grand Budapest,' A Banquet Of Beards And Melange Of Mustaches

5:07pm February 19, 2015

by NPR Staff

Nearly every male actor in The Grand Budapest Hotel has some kind of facial hair. In charge of each follicle — real or fake — was Oscar-nominated hair and makeup designer Frances Hannon.

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Supreme Court Rules For Muslim Inmate In Prison Beard Case

1:22pm January 21, 2015

by Nina Totenberg

The court said a ban on beards violated the prisoner's religious freedom. The state of Arkansas had argued that the beard presented security concerns and that it could be used to hide contraband.

Arts

Meet the Man Behind the Beard: Andrew Dudek of the Beard and Mustache Club of NC

1:34pm July 29, 2014

If you think about it, facial hair may seem like it has nothing to do with charity. Andrew Dudek is the founder and president of the Beard and Mustache Club of North Carolina. The club holds fundraisers and competitions to raise money for charities and non-profit organizations. Radio Camper Hallie Springer talked with Dudek to learn more.

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Sam Parker: Beard Connoisseur

1:24pm July 29, 2014

Sam Parker is a founding member of the Camel City Beard and Mustache Club, and has an appreciation for beards. His organization helps to promote local charities, music, art, food, and drink. Radio Camper Christopher Stirewalt talked with him about it.

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