When the expansive cast of the upcomingWes AndersonfilmThe Phoenician Schemearrived at theCannes Film Festivalpremiere, one well-known British actor,The IT Crowd'sRichard Ayoade, stunned fans with a brand-new look that made him hard to recognize. The 47-year-old actor, who usually rocks voluminous curly hair and some stubble, went for a completely clean-shaven face in a rare transformation, while he trimmed his curls for a shorter, sleeker look. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Ayoade looked suave in an all-brown velvet suit with a matching bowtie and stylish aviator sunglasses while he stood alongside his movie co-stars, includingBill Murray,Benicio del Toro,Mia Threapletonand more. For those unfamiliar with Ayoade, the actor starred inThe IT CrowdwithChris O'Dowdfrom 2006 to 2013. He also appeared inPaddington 2,The SouvenirandThe Souvenir Part II, while he has done extensive voice work. View this post on Instagram A post shared by chris o'dowd (@chrisodowd) Along with his work on screen, Ayoade is also a talented writer and director, with a couple of his films beingSubmarineandThe Double. He is a well-known comedian as well, and fans can often see him on various British talk or game shows. Related: Mariska Hargitay Channels Old Hollywood in Super Rare Family Red Carpet Appearance
