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Royal Wedding Guest Tom Hardy Looks Rather Different To His Usual Self

Don't worry, though, there's a good reason behind his bold transformation.
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In the excitement of all the other star-studded arrivals, from Oprah Winfrey and the cast of ‘Suits’ to David and Victoria Beckham, there’s every chance you missed that Tom Hardy was also at the royal wedding on Saturday (19 May).

Tom and his wife, Charlotte Riley, were both snapped by photographers making their way into Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding, sneaking in behind George and Amal Clooney, while the camera also cut to the actor more than once during the ceremony.

We’d understand if you didn’t recognise him, though, because he is looking rather different at the moment…

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Yep, that's Tom Hardy on the far right
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Yes, while as recently as March, Tom was seen sporting a slicked-back hairstyle and his trademark stubble, he’s since undergone a rather dramatic makeover, and is now clean-shaven both of face and of head.

Fans who aren’t digging the Oscar-nominee’s new look needn’t worry, though, as he’s actually transformed himself for a new role, as gangster Al Capone in the upcoming film ‘Fonzo’, which is currently filming.

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Tom Hardy at a Prince's Trust event back in March
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For anyone wondering exactly how Tom Hardy wound up at the wedding in the first place, it turns out he and the royals actually go way back, even filming a cameo with Princes William and Harry in the most recent ‘Star Wars’ film (though their scene was ultimately cut).

Aside from his personal friendship with Prince Harry, Tom has also done a lot of work for the charity The Prince’s Trust, for which he is an ambassador.

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Charlotte Riley and a newly-bald Tom Hardy
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Tom wasn’t the only A-lister at the royal wedding, with Serena Williams, Priyanka Chopra and Idris Elba all on the guestlist.

Also in attendance were two of Prince Harry’s exes, Cressida Bonas and Chelsy Davy.

Royal Wedding Guests
Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian(01 of18)
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Serena Williams took the crown as the best dressed lady in pink, with her ruched Versace midi dress and Bulgari necklace, and her absolutely breathtaking hair, which reached down to her knees. (credit:PA Wire/PA Images)
Amal Clooney and George Clooney(02 of18)
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Amal Clooney is a literal ray of sunshine, colour blocking (like the Queen) in a matching yellow dress by Stella McCartney and hat. We love how rather than going for a full on yellow tie, George has gone for a striped option. (credit:ODD ANDERSEN via Getty Images)
(03 of18)
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Doria Ragland's pistachio green floral Oscar de la Renta dress and jacket combo was a cut above the usual mother-of-the-bride fare, thanks to the impeccable tailoring and her Stephen Jones' hat.

She finished off the look with some well-chosen jewellery including a diamond nose stud, as well as a necklace and earrings by Birks - a label that was founded four centuries ago in Sheffield, England, but really rose in popularity and prominence in 1879 when Henry Birks opened a jewellery boutique in Canada. (credit:PA Wire/PA Images)
David Beckham and Victoria Beckham(04 of18)
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The Beckhams chose more subdued colours, with Victoria in a navy dress from her own label, which is similar to the one she wore for Kate and William’s wedding in 2011.

David's shades stole the show though. (credit:WPA Pool via Getty Images)
(05 of18)
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Seriously those sunglasses deserve a moment of their own. (credit:GARETH FULLER via Getty Images)
Charlotte Riley and Tom Hardy(06 of18)
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Tom Hardy’s shaved head is a dramatic look for a wedding and is certainly one way to stand out in a sea of suits. He went for the dramatic cut for a role - he’s playing Al Capone. While his wife, 'Peaky Blinders' actor, Charlotte Riley, is in one of our favourite guest looks of the day, a floral dress and hat (thought to be Philip Treacy) with blooms peaking out from under the rim. (credit:Chris Jackson via Getty Images)
Idris Elba and Sabrina Dhowre(07 of18)
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Idris Elba and his fiancé Sabrina Dhowre fittingly chose a red white and blue palette (with a flash of green). Her outfit, including the shoes, is by Gucci. (credit:POOL New / Reuters)
Gabriel Macht and his wife Jacinda Barrett(08 of18)
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Another couple who went for the red (well, maroon), white and blue theme were Markle's 'Suits' co-star Gabriel Macht and Jacinda Barrett. (credit:WPA Pool via Getty Images)
Oprah Winfrey(09 of18)
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Oprah was among the first guests to arrive, wearing a pink midi dress with a scalloped neckline and tiered skirt - but the real talking point was her prominent hat and the fact she didn’t take her sunglasses off inside the chapel. (credit:WPA Pool via Getty Images)
Carey Mulligan and Marcus Mumford(10 of18)
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Erdem had long been a forerunner in the predictions for Markle's wedding dress designer, but while she didn't go for one of his delicate designs, Carey Mulligan did. (credit:IAN WEST via Getty Images)
Pippa Middleton and her husband James Matthews(11 of18)
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Pippa Middleton’s floral dress may have seemed like a classic choice, but royal wedding watchers noticed an unfortunate style twin: a can of Arizona Iced Tea.

Her hat is thought to be designed by Jess Collett, who has also designed for Sarah 'Fergie' Ferguson. (credit:ODD ANDERSEN via Getty Images)
Gina Torres(12 of18)
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We love the bold colour and sheer panelling on 'Suits' actor Gina Torres' Costarellos dress. (credit:WPA Pool via Getty Images)
James Haskell and Chloe Madeley(13 of18)
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Sarah Allard, editor at hitched.co.uk told us she was surprised to see Chloe Madeley flouted royal wedding dress etiquette, with bare shoulders. She explained: "While royal wedding guest dressing has become relatively more relaxed in recent years, there are still some strict rules that guests are expected to adhere to. For women, dresses should be knee-length and while Chloe’s dress follows this rule, her decision to keep her shoulders bare with a low, almost plunging neckline might not be the most respectful outfit for a royal and religious venue with the head of state in attendance – something which could raise a few eyebrows within the chapel." (credit:PA Wire/PA Images)
Abigail Spencer (L) and Priyanka Chopra(14 of18)
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'Suits' actor Abigail Spencer chose a beautiful retro polkadot design while Markle's close friend Priyanka Chopra had a Vivienne Westwood two-piece custom made for the wedding. She revealed that she was still having alterations made to her outfit at midnight on the night before the wedding. (credit:Shaun Botterill via Getty Images)
Joss Stone(15 of18)
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Joss Stone's curly lob is a look we plan to recreate at summer weddings this year. (credit:WPA Pool via Getty Images)
Lady Kitty Spencer(16 of18)
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Princess Diana's niece chose a forest green Dolce & Gabbana dress. We love the way it looks as though the flowers were painted on to it.

Her headpiece is (of course) a Philip Treacy. (credit:Chris Jackson via Getty Images)
James Blunt and and Sofia Wellesley(17 of18)
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We enjoyed how Sofia Wellesley's dress resembles cross-stitch. (credit:WPA Pool via Getty Images)
The Queen(18 of18)
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Colour blocking like a boss, as per. (credit:GARETH FULLER via Getty Images)
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