Dale Earnhardt Jr. recently got rid of his full beard after a long period of time. The thick beard has been a significant aspect of his appearance over the years. However, when he started his career, he did not have a beard and often competed with a shaved appearance, just like many of his fellow drivers. Over time, he decided to let his beard grow and it became a distinctive feature for the Hall of Famer.
During a recent episode of his podcast, Dale Earnhardt Jr. revealed his shaved appearance and discussed the reason behind his decision to let his beard grow. He was part of the Gillette Young Gun program, which required drivers to have a shaved appearance for an advertising campaign. However, Junior did not appreciate being told what to do with his beard and rebelled against the demands. He let his beard grow and ended up loving it, making it a distinctive look for himself as a two-time Xfinity series champion.
In a previous conversation about shaving his beard, Dale Jr. mentioned that he initially only wanted to cut his hair and his wife had scheduled that for him. However, when he arrived at the salon, he decided to surprise his wife, Amy Earnhardt Jr., by shaving off his entire beard.
Although it is expected that Dale Jr. will eventually return to his bearded look, as it has become a significant part of his brand over the years, fans now have the opportunity to reminisce about his early years in NASCAR and how he has evolved.
