Ed Sheeran has traded his signature shaggy hairstyle for a clean-shaven look, and it's all about embracing new beginnings.
The 'Thinking Out Loud' singer took to Instagram on April 28 to debut his bald head, explaining, 'I wanted to shave it to signify a fresh start. A lot of new beginnings in my life atm.'
In the photo, the 35-year-old Grammy winner wears a white T-shirt and black sweatpants, sporting a shy smile while placing a hand behind his newly smooth head. 'I love it,' he added, 'thinking of keeping it this way.'
But the hair change wasn't the only personal update Sheeran shared. He also revealed that he has been quietly battling shingles over the past month. 'I've had shingles for the last month,' he wrote, 'wouldn't recommend it, but on the mend now.' Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash.
This transformation follows a series of lifestyle changes for the father of two. Sheeran, who shares daughters Lyra, 5, and Jupiter, 3, with wife Cherry Seaborn, previously opened up about losing 30 pounds for his family. In an interview with Men's Health UK, he said fatherhood inspired him to get fit: 'I didn't want to pick my kid up and have my back f--ked.'
His new fitness routine includes running, weight lifting, and reformer Pilates, which he credits with improving not only his physique but also his mental health. 'I always felt like s--t within myself,' he admitted. 'I'm not saying I'm done with enjoying myself, I still drink, but it's not every day.'
For now, Sheeran is enjoying his new look and looking forward to what's next.