Since gaining fame, Jacob Elordi has kept his facial hair minimal — until now. During a recent public appearance, the actor debuted longer hair and a beard, sparking mixed reactions from fans.
On November 29, 2024, fans got a glimpse of Jacob Elordi’s transformation over the past few months. The star attended the opening ceremony of the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival.
Jacob Elordi at the opening ceremony during the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 29, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
Elordi, serving as a jury member, also appeared on the second day of the tribute ceremony for Sean Penn in Marrakech, Morocco. The 27-year-old’s new look — featuring longer hair, a beard, and a mustache — quickly became a topic of discussion online, with some saying he looked like a completely different person.
Jacob Elordi at the opening ceremony during the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 29, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
One person, sharing an old gif of the actor after seeing his current image, remarked, “Bro doesn’t even look like the same person anymore,” while a shocked X user exclaimed, “Oh my god what happened to him- :(.”
Jacob Elordi at the opening ceremony during the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 29, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
Another commenter theorized, “[Having a] mustache makes you look very old than [a] beard—keeping both will make you look 30 in your 20s.” An Instagram user echoed the sentiment, saying, “[He] aged himself about 30 years.”
Jacob Elordi at the Ceremony Tribute to Sean Penn during day two of the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 30, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
Not everyone thought the beard was flattering. One person stated, “This is the first time I’ve seen a beard that doesn’t suit someone.” Another unimpressed user commented, “He looks like a cult leader.”
Jacob Elordi at the Ceremony Tribute to Sean Penn during day two of the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 30, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
“He looks homeless tho [sic],” one Instagram user noted, while another said, “Nope, get rid of it.” A displeased fan wrote, “Please, no. No need to cover that pretty face.” Another remarked, “The only man in the world that doesn’t really look that good with a beard.”
Jacob Elordi at the Ceremony Tribute to Sean Penn during day two of the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 30, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
Adding crying emojis, one fan lamented, “He looks twice his age oh god not the thumbs up as well .” One commenter suggested that Elordi’s look was “A failed attempt at looking more like a man than a teenager.”
Jacob Elordi at the opening ceremony during the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 29, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
After seeing before-and-after photos of the star, someone else said, “I think it makes him look older and makes his nose pointer. Go back to the clean shaven. [sic]” Another fan complained, “He aged 20 yrs with that scruff..I [sic],” while someone else declared, “NO. He looks ridiculous.”
Jacob Elordi at the opening ceremony during the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 29, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
One emphatic commenter demanded, “SHAVE IT OFF.” However, not everyone shared these negative opinions.
Jacob Elordi at the opening ceremony during the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 29, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
A fan wrote, “He looks better and more handsome with the beard,” while another added, “Personally I think it looks good on him.”
Jacob Elordi at the opening ceremony during the 21st Marrakech International Film Festival on November 29, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco | Source: Getty Images
For years, Elordi had maintained a clean-shaven look that many felt suited his age. In late November 2018, his dimples were prominently on display as he smiled on the set of “The IMDb Show.” At the time, he received the IMDb STARmeter Award in the Breakout Category for his role in the show.
Jacob Elordi on an episode of “The IMDb Show” which aired on December 7, 2018 | Source: Getty Images
By 2021, he was still clean-shaven when he appeared on season 19 of “Jimmy Kimmel Live.”
Jacob Elordi on season 19 of “Jimmy Kimmel Live” on August 17, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
Two years later, on April 27, 2023, he maintained the same look while attending Tiffany & Co.’s event celebrating the reopening of its New York City flagship store, The Landmark.
Jacob Elordi at at Tiffany & Co. reopening of its New York City Flagship store, The Landmark, on April 27, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
However, by October 2023, his hair had grown longer, and he began sporting light scruff on his upper lip and chin during an appearance on season 72 of the “Today” show.
Jacob Elordi on season 72 of the “Today” show on October 24, 2023 | Source: Getty Images
The scruff disappeared shortly afterward when he attended “Saltburn’s” premiere in Los Angeles, California.
Jacob Elordi at the premiere of “Saltburn” on November 14, 2023, in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
That same month, he seemed to be experimenting with growing his beard as he attended the GQ Men of the Year Party at Bar Marmont.
Jacob Elordi at the GQ Men of the Year Party on November 16, 2023 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
Beyond his evolving style, Jacob Elordi is known as an actor, writer, and producer.
Jacob Elordi at the GQ Men of the Year Party on November 16, 2023 in Los Angeles, California | Source: Getty Images
The Australian-born star’s 2024 projects include “Oh, Canada,” “On Swift Horses,” and “See You at 5.” Many fans also recognize him from his roles in 2023’s “Priscilla,” the series “Euphoria,” “Saltburn,” and other notable works.
