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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CHEEKY FROG HITCHES A RIDE ON A SNAIL

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WOMAN LOSES 8ST TO DITCH 'FAT SISTER' TAG

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