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furry situations
February 3, 2014

Joe Namath, Kanye West, and More: A Brief History of Men in Fur

By Erica Schwiegershausen

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Last night, Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Namath tried to break the Internet by showing up for the Super Bowl coin toss in an enormous mink. Naturally, PETA immediately tweeted its displeasure. Not long after, it spawned a Twitter account of its own and quickly became the Pharrell hat of the Super Bowl. But Namath’s affinity for fur goes way back, and he’s not alone: Men from Kanye West to Elton John have been known to make the questionable style choice to wear fur. Click through our slideshow for a brief (recent) history of men in fur.

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Pharrell Good thing for Pharrell Twitter wasn't around for the 2006 MTV European Music Awards.
Adam Lambert Lest you forget Adam Lambert’s coat is made from animals, the coordinating leopard print on his shoes and lapel really drive the poi... Adam Lambert Lest you forget Adam Lambert’s coat is made from animals, the coordinating leopard print on his shoes and lapel really drive the point home. Photo: 2012 WireImage
Mick Jagger A young Mick Jagger, circa 1965, bundled up and ready to frolic in the snow. Photo: 2005 Getty Images
50 Cent It’s good to see that 50 Cent got multiple wears out of this quality jacket, which was also featured in "Candy Shop."
Prince Harry Royals get cold ears and photo fatigue, too. Photo: PA Wire/Press Association Images2011
Cam'ron Who wore it better: Cam'ron backstage at the 2003 Baby Phat runway show, or Nicki Minaj?
Elton John Elton John is such a fur fanatic that it’s hard to choose one look; we’re also partial to these vintage fur shoulder pads, which look ... Elton John Elton John is such a fur fanatic that it’s hard to choose one look; we’re also partial to these vintage fur shoulder pads, which look like stork wings. Photo: 2005 Getty Images
Kanye West Since Kanye debuted this statement fur in 2011, it’s become a real closet staple. Lately he’s taken to pairing it with a gray hoodie, ... Kanye West Since Kanye debuted this statement fur in 2011, it’s become a real closet staple. Lately he’s taken to pairing it with a gray hoodie, for extra warmth. Photo: 2011 Ray Tamarra
Snoop Dogg At the 2004 Spike TV Video Game Awards, Snoop Dogg performed “Drop It Like It’s Hot” in a full-length, hooded, striped fur coat, which... Snoop Dogg At the 2004 Spike TV Video Game Awards, Snoop Dogg performed “Drop It Like It’s Hot” in a full-length, hooded, striped fur coat, which looked both sweaty and vaguely wizardly. Photo: Frank Micelotta/2004 Getty Images
Scott Disick Apparently, soon-to-be brothers-in-law Scott Disick and Kanye West accidentally bought the same coat. How embarrassing. Photo: © ww... Scott Disick Apparently, soon-to-be brothers-in-law Scott Disick and Kanye West accidentally bought the same coat. How embarrassing. Photo: © www.splashnews.com
Lenny Kravitz It’s hard to say enough about Lenny Kravitz’s outfit for the 2001 VH1 Music Awards. A full-length, suede-paneled sweater coat! A fu... Lenny Kravitz It’s hard to say enough about Lenny Kravitz’s outfit for the 2001 VH1 Music Awards. A full-length, suede-paneled sweater coat! A fur-lined mini-vest! Those bell bottoms! Those puka shells! Photo: 2001 All Rights Reserved
Jay Z In a cost-benefit analysis for the ages, Jay Z decided it was more important to have warm ears than be able to see at the 2009 Presidential... Jay Z In a cost-benefit analysis for the ages, Jay Z decided it was more important to have warm ears than be able to see at the 2009 Presidential Inauguration. Photo: 2009 Getty Images
Rick Ross This terrified-looking baby mountain lion seems to have the right idea about what Rick Ross thinks of animal rights. Photo: richforeve... Rick Ross This terrified-looking baby mountain lion seems to have the right idea about what Rick Ross thinks of animal rights. Photo: richforever/Instagram.com
Tyrese A classic look never goes out of style: Tyrese matched his fur coat to his baseball cap for the Tommy Hilfiger men’s show in 2002.
Cee-Lo To visit MTV studios, Cee-Lo wore a black fur hoodie with matching sweat pants — a look that really takes the velour jumpsuit up a notch.
Mike Tyson Mike Tyson revealed his more artistic side in baby blue fur at the Guggenheim’s Young Collectors Ball in 2004.
Ashton Kutcher Ashton Kutcher broke the typical Sundance uniform of ski coats in 2004, opting instead for an artic Western-themed hat and Sherpa ... Ashton Kutcher Ashton Kutcher broke the typical Sundance uniform of ski coats in 2004, opting instead for an artic Western-themed hat and Sherpa combo.   Photo: J. Vespa
Mase, 50 Cent, and Mobb Deep In royal blue fur at the 2006 premiere of Get Rich or Die Tryin', Mase looks like an even cuddlier version of Cookie... Mase, 50 Cent, and Mobb Deep In royal blue fur at the 2006 premiere of Get Rich or Die Tryin', Mase looks like an even cuddlier version of Cookie Monster.   Photo: 2006 Dave M. Benett
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