The movie star made the change to prepare for his role as Duncan Idaho in the upcoming “Dune 3,” as he gets ready to return to the sci-fi epic.
Jason Momoa’s beard has long been part of his signature look, but now it’s gone, and fans are in shock. His clean-shaven appearance sparked a wave of online discussion, and while a few embraced the change, most fans pleaded with the actor never to shave again.
On Wednesday, July 30, Momoa posted a video on Instagram showing himself mid-shave while reflecting on the mission behind his sustainable water company, Mananalu. “Haven’t shaved in six years, and here we are again,” he captioned the post.
One viewer could barely recognize him and declared, “That is not Jason anymore my GOD 🤣🤣🤣 put the beard back on.” Shock continued to ripple across the internet, with someone remarking, “Looks like a whole other person 😳.”

Jason Momoa shaved his own bear din preparation for his role on “Dune 3,” posted on July 30, 2025. | Source: Instagram/prideofgypsies

Jason Momoa shaving his signature beard, from a post dated July 30, 2025 | Source: Instagram/prideofgypsies

Jason Momoa with his beard half cut from a post dated July 30, 2025 | Source: Instagram/prideofgypsies