Sunday, October 14, 2012

Famous Bald Men (Photos+Videos)

Famous bald men, Ever notice that bald pates are becoming more accepted? From NBAer Kevin Garnett to actor Bruce Willis, men of little – or no – hair proudly display their dazzling domes, and we wanted to showcase them. These world leaders, entertainers, and athletes are among the notable members of the clean pate club. They have tossed the scary comb-overs and bad toupees for a headier look.

Andre Agassi

The now smooth-headed Las Vegas-born tennis legend – who turned professional at 16 and went on to win multiple Grand Slams – revealed in his autobiography that his famous mop of hair was actually a wig.

James Carville

The left-leaning political pundit successfully managed this presidential campaign and stayed in the spotlight with his unexpected marriage to a political party rival and frequent television appearances

Dick Cheney

The native Midwesterner was one of many follicly challenged men to hold the office of vice president

The Dalai Lama

The exiled Buddhist leader was recognized as the 14th Dalai Lama in 1950 and has been fighting for his homeland’s independence for nearly as long.

Vin Diesel

The “Fast and the Furious” franchise star first gained Hollywood’s attention with a self-directed short film and his breakthrough role in “Pitch Black.”

Kevin Garnett

The Boston Celtics power forward and former Mr. Basketball made headlines when he was drafted straight out of high school and signed a record-breaking contract a few years later.

Rudy Giuliani

The former New York City mayor – who said goodbye to his notorious comb-over in 2002 – opted out of a presidential run

Mikhail Gorbachev

The last general secretary of the former Soviet Union – known for his distinctive forehead birthmark – won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1990 for his efforts to end this decades-long conflict

Michael Jordan

The Chicago Bulls legend with the famous silhouette kept his bald look in retirement, but has taken some ribbing for his recent facial hair choices.

Mark Kelly

The astronaut recently announced his retirement from NASA and the Navy after piloting his final shuttle flight.

Seal

The British “Kiss From a Rose” singer and supermodel Heidi Klum separated in January. His facial scarring and hair loss are a result of this disease

Paul Shaffer

The longtime “Late Show” bandleader and songwriter of this notable gay anthem began his career in his native Canada and performed on a legendary sketch show in the 1970s