June 27th 2024.
Bill Bailey, the 59-year-old winner of Strictly Come Dancing, recently surprised fans with a new look. He debuted his freshly-shaved head on Instagram, announcing that he had decided to ditch his signature hairdo, also known as the "skullet", for the summer.
The response from fans was unexpected, to say the least. Many were in shock, with some even questioning their own existence without Bill's iconic hair. Comedian and actress Dawn French couldn't help but express her admiration for his new look, while others saw it as the end of an era.
But this isn't the first time Bill has made a change to his hair. He had previously coined the term "skullet" to describe his unique hair style, which was a mix of long hair in the back and shorter hair on top. Fans had grown to love this trademark look, but it seems Bill was ready for a change.
Despite the drastic change, fans were quick to praise Bill for his new look. One fan even mentioned how he could pull off any style, while another fondly reminisced about the "skullet" days.
Bill, who won Strictly with professional dancer Oti Mabuse in 2020, had spoken about his hair in an interview with The Guardian. He joked about getting his hair stuck in car windows and doors, but also acknowledged that it had become his trademark.
Looking back on his time on Strictly, Bill still can't believe he won the competition at the age of 55, making him the oldest winner in its history. He also shared how the effects of the show still linger on him, with people recognizing him on the street and even asking him to perform some of the dances.
But before he joined the show, Bill had been asked to participate four or five times before finally giving in. He admitted to having low expectations and thinking he would be a novelty contestant, relying on his enthusiastic flailing to get him through the dances.
As Strictly Come Dancing prepares for its return later this year, fans are eager to see what Bill and the other contestants have in store. It's safe to say that Bill's new look will definitely be a topic of conversation among viewers.
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