In the Showtime series Billions, Chuck Rhoades (played by Paul Giamatti) is a ruthless federal prosecutor who will stop at nothing to take down his enemies. In the show's third season, Chuck decides to shave his beard in order to gain an edge in his ongoing battle with hedge fund manager Bobby Axe Axelrod (played by Damian Lewis).
While it may seem like a small change, shaving his beard is actually a big deal for Chuck. For one thing, it's a major departure from his usual look. More importantly, though, it indicates that he's willing to do whatever it takes to win.
At first glance, it might not be clear why shaving would give Chuck an advantage over Axe. However, as anyone who has ever played poker knows, having a good poker face is crucial. By shaving off his beard, Chuck makes himself less recognizable and more difficult to read. This gives him an important psychological edge in any negotiation or confrontation.
Of course, there's always the possibility that Chuck shaved his beard simply because he wanted to try something new. Or maybe he did it for personal reasons that have nothing to do with business or strategy. Whatever the case may be, one thing is for sure:Chuck's new look is sure to shake things up in season three of Billions!