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Dune actor looks unrecognisable after mini transformation

Jason Momoa unrecognisable after shaving beard for first time in six years
  • Jason Momoa has shaved his beard for the first time in six years in preparation for his role in 'Dune: Part Three'.
  • The actor, who reprises his role as Duncan Idaho, expressed his dislike for his clean-shaven appearance.
  • Momoa confirmed his return to the franchise in April, despite his character being killed off in the first 'Dune' film.
  • The third instalment will adapt Frank Herbert's 'Dune Messiah', where Duncan Idaho returns as a clone.
  • Momoa's 16-year-old son, Nakoa-Wolf, has also been cast in the film, a decision Momoa stated he had no influence over.
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