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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – SEPTEMBER 04: Christopher Bell speaks with the media during NASCAR Cup Series Playoff Media Day at the Charlotte Convention Center on September 04, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – SEPTEMBER 04: Christopher Bell speaks with the media during NASCAR Cup Series Playoff Media Day at the Charlotte Convention Center on September 04, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)
From the mullets of the ’80s to the mustaches and manes that have become racing lore, NASCAR has always been as much about personality as performance. Drivers like Kyle Petty and Ryan Blaney have rocked flowing locks and bold facial hair, while others (think Austin Dillon’s ever-evolving styles) aren’t afraid to experiment with their looks. Even legends like Jeff Gordon and Erik Jones have had their hair moments that fans still talk about. And recently, last season, we saw Team Penske’s Austin Cindric throw on the Dale Earnhardt signature stache. It was so cool!
In a sport where individuality is celebrated, a driver’s style can become as iconic as their on-track moves. But while some drivers embrace the wild side in real life, others find themselves at the center of viral style debates for entirely unexpected reasons. That’s exactly what happened when Christopher Bell took a look at some hilariously photoshopped hairstyles of himself, and NASCAR fans absolutely lost it. We must warn you, one of the hairstyles left everyone flabbergasted!
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Is Christopher Bell NASCAR’s latest style icon?
Christopher Bell’s recent dive into photoshopped hairstyles has NASCAR’s fashion radar buzzing. Flipping through mock-ups, the Joe Gibbs Racing star weighed in on looks ranging from a wavy surfer vibe to a bold pixie cut, proving even reserved drivers aren’t immune to style experiments. “I don’t know about that one,” he quipped about the man bun.
Bell’s reaction to the wavy 90s-inspired hairdo? “I like it—might make me look even younger!” The playful critique then turned into self-awareness as he compared the pixie cut to his mom’s signature style. Wife Morgan Bell’s response: “Can we make it blonde?” added humor, highlighting the couple’s candid dynamic amid the absurdity. And Bell and his mom, Kathy, looked uncannily similar with the blonde pixie haircut.
While Bell’s on-track aggression defines him, this style sideshow underscores NASCAR’s evolving culture where personality and flair increasingly share the spotlight with speed. Drivers like Blaney and Larson have leaned into their looks; Bell’s hypothetical makeover adds fuel to the trend.
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Bell’s foray into fantasy fashion didn’t just entertain his inner circle, it lit up social media. Fans couldn’t get enough of the unexpected style showdown, chiming in with their own takes on his potential hair transformations. Whether they were praising the surfer look or roasting the pixie cut, one thing was clear: Christopher Bell had unintentionally sparked a style moment in NASCAR culture.
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Fans react to Bell’s style switch-up with laughter and love
NASCAR fans didn’t hold back when Christopher Bell’s faux hair transformations hit the internet. “❤️Awesome!! So funny!” one fan wrote, summing up the general vibe. From genuine amusement to outright laughter, the reaction was proof that Bell’s unexpected style adventure had hit the sweet spot between bizarre and brilliant.
The second hairstyle had fans doing double-takes. “Bell with the Dan Wheldon hairstyle in the 2nd picture 😂,” a fan joked, referencing the late IndyCar driver’s iconic mop. Whether intentional or not, the resemblance was uncanny and internet gold. For a typically reserved guy like Bell, comparisons to racing’s more flamboyant personalities came as a welcome surprise.
One side-by-side photo showing Bell and his mom with matching pixie cuts? It ended people. “The side-by-side comparison killed me,” said a comment. And honestly, same. The resemblance was both adorable and hilarious, making the bit even more memorable. The wholesome chaos was exactly what fans needed.
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Another fan had a very important question: “How does that man bun fit into a helmet!?” A valid point, honestly. With NASCAR’s strict safety gear, a full bun might not make it past inspection. But hey, Bell’s not the only one bending reality for the bit. This was about fun, not function.
And finally, the most wholesome take of them all: “Like mother, like son😅.” Bell’s unintentional twinning moment with his mom was oddly heartwarming. NASCAR may be about speed, but sometimes, it’s a hairdo that brings fans together.
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