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We're not sure if it's new or not, but HowardStern.com contains a photo of show regular Artie Lange and his Village People-esque facial hair (right).

If you ask us, we think it's a fabulous look! We're sure Stern Show hair and fashion consultant Ralph Cirella agrees.

But, since Artie's got a DVD to hawk, we can't help but wonder if he's trying to tap (so to speak) the $610 billion in U.S. gay and lesbian spending power.

Or maybe he's up for the Derek Smalls role in a This is Spiñal Tap remake.
THE RETURN OF ARTIE!! [Howard Stern, site contains content NSFW]
We re Fabulously Wealthy, You Know [Gay Orbit]
Artie-Lange.com [official site]