Celebrities are not only known for their line of work but also for their style. After all, fashion and hairstyles are typically inspired by famous celebs, such as Kim Kardashian and Brad Pitt.
For many men worldwide, whether they like to admit it or not, famous actors are responsible for inspiring them to grow facial hair, in particular, mustaches.
Some celebrities have truly wacky facial hair styles, such as Salvador Dalí’s twirling ends to match his surrealist persona and Hulk Hogan’s handlebar blonde masterpiece. Others have more orthodox looks that many men try to replicate themselves.
The celebrities who are arguably the biggest influencers of style are actors. Some have even built their careers around their iconic mustaches, whilst others have grown them later on in their careers to refresh their style.
With mustaches once again popular in society, we wanted to showcase the 11 best actors with mustaches that you should check out today. Hopefully, some of these will inspire you to start growing and become a mustache icon yourself.
Henry Cavill
People haven’t swooned over a mustached man like Henry Cavill for many years. With his dapper, sleek style, Cavill pulls off this impressive mustache to match his masculine, heroic roles.
Cavill’s mustache is thick yet tamed to be evenly dense. This type of mustache would need regular maintenance but can be maintained nicely with a 3 mm clipper.
We just hope your mustache doesn’t cause as much controversy as Cavill’s. In 2017, his decision to keep his mustache for a role in “Mission: Impossible – Fallout” caused an uproar on set and required the use of CGI to remove it in scene reshoots for “Justice League”.
James Franco
Famous American actor and filmmaker James Franco may not be as well-known for his mustache as some other actors we will look at today. However, when he decides to grow it, it helps highlight his distinctive features and sharp jawline.
Much like a Zorro mustache, Franco’s separates in the middle, but he grows it pretty thick and long until it crosses his lips. Nevertheless, Franco has had many types of mustaches over the years, giving him an edgy look.
His mustache has been both praised and mocked by fans, leaving us with that old saying – “you either love a mustache, or you hate it.” We, of course, love it!
Tom Selleck
Arguably the King of show business mustaches, Tom Selleck is perhaps better known for his facial hair than some of his roles. Star of the hit TV shows Magnum P.I, and Friends, as Monica Geller’s boyfriend, Selleck has been on our screens for over 50 years.
During this time, we have been lucky enough to enjoy his Walrus-like mustache, which has become synonymous with the 1980s.
Selleck’s mustache is thick and rugged, matching his personality. It gives him a tasteful, sophisticated look, but would need daily upkeep by shaving the cheeks and sculpting its edges.
If you end up with a mustache like Tom Selleck’s, though, the effort is worth it!
Brad Pitt
One of the most famous actors in the world, Brad Pitt can pull off a mustache with the same ease that he can pull off a biker jacket or a tuxedo.
Although he doesn’t always sport a mustache, Pitt has been known to grow different styles over the years, as well as other styles of facial hair, like goatees and full, thick beards.
Brad Pitt has been responsible for inspiring men’s hairstyles, facial hair, and fashion styles for over thirty years. Whatever facial hair he grows or the clothes he wears, his style is always sophisticated and mesmerizing.
Just mentioning Sam Elliott and you immediately picture his iconic, bushy, silver mustache. His mustache is so iconic, it deserves its own IMDB page!
Known for his many Cowboy roles in Western TV shows and movies, Sam Elliott’s mustache has been with him in just about every role. Though, he did shave it off for a TV series called “Justified” we don’t talk about dark times like that here.
Elliott’s mustache is not quite as long and thick these days, but it is still a work of art. It has also lost that silver-tone and become a majestic white piece of Hollywood history.
If you want to grow and maintain a mustache like his, you’ll need a combination of patience, dedication, and the ability to exude rugged handsomeness. We believe in you!
Jude Law
English actor Jude Law can make a mustache look both elegant and rugged at the same time.
To grow and maintain a mustache like his, you need a steady hand, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to embrace the full range of mustache-related emotions, from triumph to disappointment.
Plus, a good mustache wax never hurts, unless you accidentally use it as toothpaste, in which case you’re on your own.
Growing a mustache for his role as Dr Watson in Sherlock Holmes, his new facial fuzz gave his character a more sophisticated look, perfect for the Victorian time in the movie was set.
This type of mustache above is quick to grow, but Law has sported much longer mustaches in his time that look great with sideburns and light stubble.
Johnny Depp
There’s no doubt that Johnny Depp has had some of the most iconic, famous beard styles on movie screens over the last three decades or so (Also check out Best Beatles Mustaches). Just take his Captain Jack Sparrow beard that has inspired countless men to follow suit, albeit for Halloween!
Although he is better known for having a mustache and goatee combo, there are times when he has shaved his goatee and just kept the mustache.
He has been known to keep a pyramid-like mustache that is neatly trimmed. Other times, he has let the mustache grow thicker, over his upper lip.
Also, thanks to his chiseled jawline and cheeks, the Van-Dyke style beard helps highlight his distinctive features.
Tom Hanks
Hollywood icon and movie producer Tom Hanks has never steered too far away from the same smart, clean-cut look. But, for some roles, he has grown his hair out, shaved it bald, or grown facial hair.
Hank’s mustache is much like a painter’s brush and is trimmed down to match his sophisticated persona. Yes, Tom Hanks’ dabble with mustaches has been hit-and-miss over the years. But, when he gets it right, he often looks like the lovechild of Magnum P.I. and Ron Burgundy.
Will Ferrell
That leads us nicely to Will Ferrell, AKA Ron Burgundy, a man known for being one of the greatest mustaches in show business. Yet, that famous Anchorman mustache was not his own.
Instead, it was stuck on for the role. That doesn’t mean the actor has gone without his own facial hair at events, however.
Somehow, Will Ferrell can make a mustache look simultaneously hilarious and creepy, much like a clown riding a unicycle through a graveyard.
But, overall, Ferrell’s mustache is inspired by a bygone age when actors like Tom Selleck were style icons. Ah, bring back the 1980s!
Idris Elba
Over the years, Idris Elba has worn a wide range of facial hair styles from full-length beards to Van Dyke goatees. At one point, however, he grew a smartly trimmed caterpillar mustache with an otherwise clean-shaven face.
This type of mustache can help a man look dashing, suave, and sophisticated. If you decide to try this mustache style out, you’ll need to trim it most days and shave the rest of your face clean daily.
Traditional yet timeless, this mustache is a must for most men to try at some point.
Nick Offerman
Tune in to Parks and Recreation and the first thing you will see is Ron Swanson’s magnificent cookie duster mustache. It is shaped yet unshaped at the same time, perfectly matching Nick Offerman’s rugged yet offbeat humor and style.
This mustache is trimmed around the brim at the top of the lip and looks full-bodied and thick on top. If you have mature facial hair growth, this mustache can be a good look.
Yes, it will take some time to grow out, but once it’s there, your mustache may become just as iconic as Offerman’s.
In Summary
Actors, new and old, have inspired us to grow mighty fine mustaches for many years. Today, mustaches are as fashionable as they have been for many decades, with many celebs sporting different styles.
Check out the actors above again and see which style you’d like to try.
