EastEnders legend Adam Woodyatt who is best known for playing the infamous Ian Beale on the Square, looks completely unrecognisable as he sported a silver beard while on a biking trip.
The 52-year-old is currently away from the show on a ten-month sabbatical and has been using his time to relax and explore Britain on his bicycle.
Taking to Instagram over the weekend, the actor had his followers shocked, as he posted a photo of himself looking poles apart from his clean shaven character.
Wearing a helmet and red-tinted sunglasses, Adam fronted a rather thick grey beard. Along with the photo of himself, the star also posted a string of other snaps that showcased his biking adventure.
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Captioning the post the star wrote: “Another day, another bike ride. This time Manchester. Amazing what you see when out on a bike.”
Fans couldn’t wait to rush to the comment section to air their views on the new look and the scenic pictures that he posted, sharing plenty of compliments with the star.
One fan commented: “Wouldn’t recognise you.”
While another penned: “Cool beard.”
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A third complimentary fan wrote: “Has anyone ever told you that your smile is lovely?”
It was reported last year that the actor would be taking a much-needed break away from the soap but some sources claimed that his time away could be a bid to reduce his current income.
In January, The Sun reported that Adam’s divorce proceedings had taken a turn for the worst as he desperately tried to settle negotiations with his wife Bev.
Talking to the publication regarding the matter an insider explained: “No one could understand why he wanted to take some time out suddenly and do the stage production.
“People have been speculating that it could be so he can get away with paying less in the divorce.
“It would be a tactic straight out of Ian Beale’s playbook.”
The Eastenders legend who has been a part of the soap for 36 years walked away from his marriage to Bev in 2019.
According to reports, Bev has had to hire layers to fight her corner as she wants to ensure she is given the best deal.
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
