SEGA character, Dr. Eggman, is removing his moustache for men's health

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SEGA character, Dr. Eggman, is removing his moustache for men's health

SEGA and Sonic Superstars have partnered with Movember to make video game history. Dr. Eggman, Sonic the Hedgehog’s ultimate nemesis, is removing his iconic moustaches to raise awareness for men’s health.

The good folks at SEGA and Sonic Superstars have joined forces with Movember to shave down Dr. Eggman’s moustache for the first time in over 30 years.

One of the most recognised villains in video game history, the chief antagonist for Sonic the Hedgehog has picked up a pair of clippers and will sport a new look in support of Movember.

To celebrate our partnership together, SEGA and Sonic Superstars commissioned some pretty cool research that found a third (34%) of 16-24-year-old men have participated in Movember and almost a fifth (18%) were inspired to grow their first mo to look like their favourite character.

A massive 12% believe Dr. Eggman owns the most iconic moustache in popular culture, ahead of wrestler Hulk Hogan (9%), pop star Prince (8%) and the anchorman Ron Burgundy (7%).

We always knew that Dr. Eggman was a secret Mo Bro, and we’re stoked he’s on the team this year.

Our partnership with SEGA also links up with the release of their new video game, the critically acclaimed Sonic Superstars, which gives players the opportunity to join Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and Amy in a never-before-seen adventure to stop the evil Dr. Eggman and Fang from executing their diabolical plan to convert the island’s giant animals into Badniks, before it’s too late!

Sonic Superstars is available now both digitally and physically on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch™, as well as digitally on PC.

Published Oct 27 2023

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Movember supports all individuals within the LGBTQIA+ community, including those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual. Health disparities exist, with LGBTQIA+ individuals experiencing higher rates of mental health issues and discrimination, often exacerbated by stigma in healthcare. We advocate for the right to self-identify, protection from discrimination, inclusive education, and rights-affirming healthcare, ensuring everyone can lead a healthy, dignified life.

Movember acknowledge the many and varied experiences of people navigating their health and wellbeing, those who support them and those who came before us whose stories, struggles and strength have shaped what we know. We recognise those who have generously shared their knowledge and wisdom with us and honour those we have lost too soon. Their knowledge, insight and expertise are essential to improving the design, delivery and evaluation of the work that we do and their experiences remind us why this work matters.

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