Dad's facial hair wins at contest by a whisker.

MEET the man who has been crowned best in show at the World Beard and Moustache Championships - thanks to his 11-inch bushy black mane.

- BY MICHAEL LEE SIMPSON

Trevor Mustafa, 44, has been recognised for his impressive facial hair - which he decided to grow out “no matter what society said”.

The dad-of-two began growing his current beard in February 2023 before emerging victorious in the best in show category in July.

Although living with a such an unruly beard presents daily challenges, Trevor says he embraces it as a symbol of self-expression and plans to continue competing.

Trevor, a maintenance worker for a post office, from Sacramento, California, said: “I've been growing my beard out pretty much for about 12 years, occasionally cutting it all off and starting over again.

“But I've been heavily bearded like I am now for about 12 years.”