Jason Momoa is officially stepping back into the role of Duncan Idaho for “Dune: Part Three.” And this time, he is making it personal. The actor documented himself shaving his beard for the first time in six years, all to prepare for his return to the character that helped relaunch the “Dune” franchise.
In a video shared with fans and Variety, Momoa revealed the emotional moment as he picked up the razor once again. “Only for you, Denis,” he said, referring to director Denis Villeneuve. Moments later, visibly frustrated, he added, “Goddamnit! I hate it.” It marked the first time he shaved since filming the original “Dune” back in 2019.
Jason Momoa Shaves in Viral Video for Role In ‘Dune: Part Three’
Momoa, who portrayed swordmaster Duncan Idaho in the first “Dune” film, is officially reprising the role for the third installment. Though the character met a dramatic end in the original movie, fans of Frank Herbert’s novels know Duncan’s story doesn’t end there. In the books, he’s resurrected as a clone—leading to speculation that director Denis Villeneuve will follow suit in “Dune: Part Three.”
“Only for you, Denis,” Momoa said in the video, referring to Villeneuve. “Goddamnit! I hate it,” he added while shaving, clearly unhappy about saying goodbye to his signature look. He explained that the last time he shaved was six years ago—for the first “Dune” film.
The new sequel brings back franchise stars Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, and Florence Pugh, with exciting new additions including Momoa’s real-life teenage son, Nakoa-Wolf, and “Silo” actress Ida Brooke. The two young actors will portray Leto II and Ghanima, the twin children of Paul Atreides and Chani.
Nakoa-Wolf Momoa Joins “Dune” Cast Alongside His Father
Momoa recently spoke about his son Nakoa-Wolf Momoa‘s casting during a press interview with Extra, saying, “A rude awakening is what he’s in for. He’s into the workforce for the first time. It’s going to be good. He did it on his own. I don’t want to help him, and he’s done it all on his own, and good for him.”
The proud father added, “You want your children to be better than you, and I really, actually believe he is. I couldn’t do what he’s doing at his age. There’s no way I could sit in a room with Denis Villeneuve and hold my own. I was on ‘Baywatch’ at 19. He’s 16 and holding it down with Denis Villeneuve.”
“Dune: Part Three” is set to hit theaters in December 2026, continuing Warner Bros. and Legendary Entertainment’s sci-fi saga.
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Watch Jason Momoa Shave for First Time in 6 Years for ‘Dune Part Three’