
Rufus Hound has been establishing quite a name for himself over the past few years: stand-up comedian, panel show regular and even as a dancer - winning 2010's Let's Dance for Sport Relief with an unforgettable performance as Cheryl Cole.
He adds two new feathers to his cap with his forthcoming stage debut in One Man, Two Guvnors and as the lead in the eagerly-awaited movie The Wedding Video, which is released in cinemas on Friday 17th August.
However, while this is all well and good, what we really love him for is his knowledge and dedication towards fantastic facial hair. There's a reason the first Google search term for his name is 'Rufus Hound beard': the man seriously knows his Garibaldi from his Goatee.
We caught up with him to find out some stories, discover some tips and hear of the time he saw some German moustache-growers crying with joy...
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As a Staff Writer at Shortlist, Holly dabbles in a bit of everything. Having started her career as a news reporter, she has since decided to return to the world of the living.