Husband's Dramatic Buzz Cut Transformation Sparks Heated Debate

In June 2025, a man's dramatic haircut transformation went viral on TikTok, dividing opinions on the controversial topic of short versus long hair. The 41-year-old man, Dan Maxwell, had been growing his hair out for years, much to the surprise of his wife, Amy Gong Maxwell, 34, when they first met on the dating app Hinge three summers ago.

However, last month, Dan decided to chop off his long, shoulder-length locks and opt for a buzz cut instead. Amy captured the transformation in a TikTok video, which has since gained over 100,000 likes on the platform. The video shows Dan's transition from his "hippie Jesus" look to a more "Fight Club Brad Pitt" style, as Amy described it.

The reactions to Dan's new look have been mixed, with some praising the "glow up" and others criticizing the change, comparing him to a cop or military man. Amy tells PEOPLE that with long hair, Dan often received compliments and attention, but the short hair has resulted in less overt attention. The comments on the video have been divided, with some users even jokingly claiming that Dan is now "their husband."

Overall, the article highlights how a simple haircut can spark a surprising amount of controversy and debate, with people seemingly divided along political or cultural lines when it comes to preferences for short or long hair.