WORLD'S CRAZIEST BEARDS

CRAZY BEARDS come into their GROWN when they've been twisted and waxed into shape. Pictures show a variety of styles beard categories from Amish and Dali to Imperial and freestyle. The entrants were part of the New Orleans Just for Men National Beard and Moustache Championships in the USA.

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THE GREAT ESCAPE

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LITTLE OWL WINKS FOR THE CAMERA

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STUNNING INTERSTELLAR PATTERNS

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FISH FIGHT

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ABANDONED CARE HOME LIES FORGOTTEN

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ADORABLE CHIMP SHOWS OFF GYMNASTIC SKILLS

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OTTER FAMILY FIGHT

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