No offense to guys who prefer the clean shaven look, but there’s nothing like a handsome Black man with a nice beard. Lucky for us, the internet is loaded with athletes, actors, influencers and more who show off their well-groomed goatees and full-face beards.
In honor of No Shave November, we’re taking a few moments to appreciate guys who sport some of the best facial hair around. Check out some of our favorite beards.
James Harden
We couldn’t do a post about beards without Los Angeles Clippers star James Harden. This dude has one of the best beards in the NBA.
Cedric the Entertainer
Cedric the Entertainer may have rocked a wild fro in the Barbershop movie series, but the actor and comedian keeps his beard tight in real life.
Charles Coleman Jr.
MSNBC Legal Analyst Charles Coleman Jr. is known as much for his great style and perfectly groomed beard as his legal analysis.
Common
Rapper Common’s facial hair is as fresh as his flow.
Black Thought
Rapper Black Thought takes his grooming seriously. He shared some of his favorite tips with GQ in 2021.
Van Hunt
Singer Van Hunt sports a smooth salt and pepper beard.
Odell Dickerson Jr.
Take a peek at Odell Dickerson Jr’s Instagram page and you’ll see how devoted he his to his faith, fitness, fashion and keeping his beard tight.
Omari Hardwick
Actor Omari Hardwick’s facial hair is runway ready for his walk during a Victor Mudhe fashion show during 2024 New York Fashion Week.
George Myrie
George Myrie (aka @stuylin) shows off his style and his good-looking salt and pepper beard on Instagram.
Rick Ross
Rapper-entrepreneur Rick Ross takes care of his beard like a boss.
Chef Dre
Vegan Chef Dre (aka @mrdrehimself) doesn’t just cook, he also shares style and health tips on his Instagram page.
Andre 3000
Outkast’s André 3000 always keeps his goatee so fresh and so clean.
Anthony Anderson
In 2023, actor Anthony Anderson told The Strategist that Murray’s Billey’s products help him keep his beard looking its best.
Bismark A. Adomako
Fashion stylist Bismark A. Adomako is known for helping others look their best. But he still makes time to show off his perfectly-groomed beard.
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