Ed Sheeran debuts shocking new shaved-head look: ‘A fresh start’
Ed Sheeran debuted a shaved-head look on Instagram, describing it as a 'fresh start' amid many new beginnings in his life. The singer, previously known for his signature red locks, revealed he is considering keeping the buzzcut and is recovering from a month-long bout of shingles. Sheeran also discussed his excitement to return to his ongoing Loop Tour, which spans globally from January to December.
- ▪Ed Sheeran shaved his head and shared the new look in an Instagram post titled 'Life Update Dumpington.'
- ▪He explained the haircut symbolizes a fresh start due to multiple new beginnings in his life.
- ▪Sheeran revealed he has been recovering from shingles but is now on the mend.
- ▪He is considering keeping the shaved hairstyle and expressed enthusiasm about returning to his Loop Tour.
- ▪Previously, Sheeran underwent a 30-pound weight loss and appeared on the cover of Men’s Health UK in December 2025.
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Page Six Style Ed Sheeran debuts shocking new shaved-head look: ‘A fresh start’ By Carson Blackwelder Published April 28, 2026, 5:39 p.m. ET We’re in love with the shape of… Ed Sheeran’s new hairline? The “Shivers” singer debuted a shocking shaved-head look via Instagram on Tuesday in a “Life Update Dumpington” post. “Yes I’ve shaved my hair. I wanted to shave it to signify a fresh start,” Sheeran, 35, explained in the caption. “A lot of new beginnings in my life [at the moment].” He added that he personally “love[s]” the ‘do and is “thinking of keeping it this way.” 6 Ed Sheeran debuted a shocking new shaved-head look via Instagram on Tuesday, as pictured above.
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