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What do Sisters Sex Scandala legendary late night comedian in retirement and the former leader of a legendary rock band have in common (beside being legendary and retired)?

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Growing a legendary beard, of course.

Enter David Letterman, the beloved late-night host who stepped down in 2015 after 22 years of service, smiling gracefully in the cover of New York magazine:

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It was fittingly described as "hipster Santa Claus" look or what'd happen if a member of the ZZ Top decided to live in Williamsburg.

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Now enter Michael Stipe, who since R.E.M. broke up in 2011 has been dutifully growing a full-fur look. Here he is, in all his follicular glory:

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OMG they're basically the same person!

Naturally, he noticed the stunning resemblance to his beard bro:

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People on Twitter were pretty pleased about Stipe's remarks:

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