George Lopez’s latest appearance has fans doing a double-take, not just for his signature humor, but for his dramatic new look. On Thursday, February 13, the 63-year-old comedian took to The Jennifer Hudson Show, where his transformation was impossible to ignore.
Lopez, best known for his role in George Lopez and Lopez vs. Lopez, walked onto the stage sporting a striking new hairstyle—long, shoulder-length gray hair paired with a full, scruffy beard. The playful video posted to the show’s Instagram quickly went viral, with fans buzzing about his transformation.
As Lopez walked down the hallway, animatedly participating in the show’s spirit tunnel, staff members serenaded him with the theme song from his beloved sitcom. But it wasn’t just the nostalgia that had people talking—it was his bold embrace of a grayer, more relaxed look.
The Lopez vs. Lopez star donned a sleek navy blue suit and sweater, exuding effortless cool while discussing his five-decade-long career and his iconic wax figure at Madame Tussauds. When Jennifer Hudson showed him a picture of the figure from 2010, Lopez quipped, “I don’t look like that anymore,” amusing both the audience and viewers at home.
Reflecting on the changes in his appearance over the years, Lopez joked about a humorous exchange with a museum guard, teasing that perhaps it was time for a new wax figure that better represented his current self.
The actor and comedian made an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, sporting a chin-length gray hair à la Albert Einstein, as well as a mustache and beard. The show shared a clip of Lopez dancing in the Spirit Tunnel, as the show staff sang and welcomed him prior to his interview.
Oh, my gosh, it’s @georgelopez! pic.twitter.com/fBGomHwaMg
— The Jennifer Hudson Show (@JHudShow) February 13, 2025
Fans React to Lopez's New Look
The internet wasted no time sharing their thoughts, with many fans offering both playful and admiring comments about Lopez’s dramatic transformation. “George Lopez is giving us George of the Jungle vibes now,” one user joked, while another commented, “He’s a Mexican Karl Marx now,” in reference to his scruffy beard and wild, flowing hair. But despite the humorous remarks, it was clear that Lopez’s charm was still very much intact, with one fan commenting, “We love you still, George. We just didn’t know you were that old.”
Help me understand why George Lopez looks like a werewolf who shapeshifted into Dumbledore after doing lines of cocaine then discovering that E=MC²…? pic.twitter.com/Zk63Am8LaZ
— Dr. Jebra Faushay (@JebraFaushay) February 13, 2025
A New Era for Lopez
While his new look certainly caught fans off guard, Lopez has made it clear that he’s embracing the change. In a 2024 interview with HOLA! USA, he admitted that letting his hair go gray was a big decision. “Stop dyeing it, gentlemen in your 60s,” Lopez laughed. “I was having a really hard time with it, but then I realized, this is part of getting older.” He shared that as the years passed, he had come to terms with his appearance, especially after a few years of experimenting with different hair colors.
Lopez’s candidness about aging has only endeared him more to his fans, who appreciate his willingness to embrace the inevitable.
“I’m never cutting it again,” Lopez boldly declared in his recent interviews, adding that he’s enjoying the attention his new look brings. “This hair hits the lights, and it looks like Christmas tree tinsel,” he joked, alluding to the way his longer locks now gleam under stage lights. “I like the attention. I’m all right with it.”
Looking Ahead: Retirement and the Future of Lopez vs. Lopez
As for what’s next, Lopez isn’t rushing into retirement just yet. During his appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show, the comedian spoke about his current sitcom, Lopez vs. Lopez, admitting that it might be his final project. While he’s content with the series’ success, Lopez said, “I would like to have a little time for myself” after the show concludes.
The world might be seeing a different George Lopez these days, but one thing remains unchanged—his undeniable charisma. Whether he’s making us laugh with his comedic genius or embracing the new stage of life he’s entering, Lopez is clearly still very much a beloved figure in Hollywood.
