A hairy situation! Nick Jonas sports a bushy goatee and thick wig as he films a scene of Scream Queens in New Orleans

He's a pop star that can be easily identified by his chiseled jawline and smooth shave.

Yet, singer Nick Jonas was seen with a much shaggier appearance on the New Orleans set of Scream Queens on Thursday, donning a thick wig and bushy goatee to get into character.

The 23-year-old heartthrob was clad in a puffy green vest, striped polo and belted tan khakis as he chatted away while filming a scene.

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Hairy! Nick Jonas was seen with a much shaggier appearance on the New Orleans set of Scream Queens on Thursday, donning a thick Afro and bushy beard to get into character; seen on the right days before
Hairy! Nick Jonas was seen with a much shaggier appearance on the New Orleans set of Scream Queens on Thursday, donning a thick Afro and bushy beard to get into character; seen on the right days before

Hairy! Nick Jonas was seen with a much shaggier appearance on the New Orleans set of Scream Queens on Thursday, donning a thick Afro and bushy beard to get into character; seen on the right days before

Nick looked to be in good spirits as he sucked down a beverage, showcasing his luxurious watch as he lifted a cell phone to his ear.

His highly-anticipated role as the preppy frat boy Boone in the Fox series appeared to give him more comical leeway, considering his last dramatic portrayal of Brett Land in the upcoming film Goat. 

As the cameras aimed for their desired shot, Nick displayed a more pensive expression while animatedly engaging in faux conversation. 

The singer/actor whose been signed on for fifteen episodes this season was earlier seen leaving a frat house wearing a fraternity sweater.

Action! The 23-year-old heartthrob was clad in a puffy green vest, striped polo and belted tan khakis as he chatted away while filming a scene

Action! The 23-year-old heartthrob was clad in a puffy green vest, striped polo and belted tan khakis as he chatted away while filming a scene

In character: As the cameras aimed for their desired shot, Nick displayed a more pensive expression before animatedly engaging in faux conversation
In character: As the cameras aimed for their desired shot, Nick displayed a more pensive expression before animatedly engaging in faux conversation

In character: As the cameras aimed for their desired shot, Nick displayed a more pensive expression before animatedly engaging in faux conversation

As the cameras continued to roll, Nick ditched his beard for his usual clean shaven appearance to engage in a scene with his blonde co-star who was was gussied up and looking fearful.

The Chains crooner previously revealed to Billie Lourdi's character, Chanel #3, that he is a ghost with unfinished business to take care of in Louisiana. 

Lourdi, 23, was dressed in a multicolored embellished frock with nude socks and shiny pumps.

Her earmuffs even featured a glittering headband, adding more glitz and glamour to her canary yellow jacket with puffy yellow sleeves.   

Style cues: Nick looked to be in good spirits as he sucked down a beverage, showcasing his luxurious watch as he lifted a cell phone to his ear

Style cues: Nick looked to be in good spirits as he sucked down a beverage, showcasing his luxurious watch as he lifted a cell phone to his ear

Freaking out: As the cameras continued to roll, Nick ditched his beard for his usual clean shaven appearance to engage in a scene with his blonde co-star who was was gussied up and practicing her screams
Freaking out: As the cameras continued to roll, Nick ditched his beard for his usual clean shaven appearance to engage in a scene with his blonde co-star who was was gussied up and practicing her screams

Freaking out: As the cameras continued to roll, Nick ditched his beard for his usual clean shaven appearance to engage in a scene with his blonde co-star who was was gussied up and practicing her screams

Known as the daughter to actress Carrie Fischer and casting agent Bryan Lord, Billie was seen utilizing her lung power as she practiced a few ear-shattering shrieks alongside a puzzled Nick. 

Hours before, he was also spotted being groomed by a make-up artist, who was gluing on his elastic band beard as he stood extra still for placement.

On Thursday morning, Nick to his nearly 10m Twitter followers to reveal his excitement, writing: 'Scream queens set today back at it with @glenpowell pumped for the premiere of this show next week! Who's excited?! @ScreamQueens.'

Creator Ryan Murphy's show is slated for a September 29 release and also features songstress Ariana Grande, actresses Emma Roberts and Jamie Lee Curtis, as well as Glee's Lea Michele. 

Preparation: Hours before, he was spotted being groomed by a make-up artist, who was gluing on his elastic band beard as he stood extra still for placement

Preparation: Hours before, he was spotted being groomed by a make-up artist, who was gluing on his elastic band beard as he stood extra still for placement

Debut: His highly-anticipated role as the preppy frat boy Boone in the Fox series appeared to give him more comical leeway, considering his last dramatic portrayal of Brett Land in the upcoming film Goat

Debut: His highly-anticipated role as the preppy frat boy Boone in the Fox series appeared to give him more comical leeway, considering his last dramatic portrayal of Brett Land in the upcoming film Goat

According to Fox: 'The first installment in the new anthology series revolves around a college campus which is rocked by a series of murders.' 

Jonas previously spoke with Entertainment Weekly about what originally drew him to his role in Scream Queens.

He said: 'Scary movies are actually not my favorite thing in the world. I think it was more about the comedy of this show. It’s just funny and intriguing. The other show I do is very serious.'

The actor was alluding to his portrayal in Kingdom which hits it's second season this October, in which he plays an up-and-coming fighter who struggles with his sexuality.

Plot: The Chains crooner previously revealed to Billie Lourdi's character, Chanel #3, that he is a ghost with unfinished business to take care of in Louisiana

Plot: The Chains crooner previously revealed to Billie Lourdi's character, Chanel #3, that he is a ghost with unfinished business to take care of in Louisiana

Nonetheless, Nick added: 'Though we didn’t get to read the script before we signed on, which is kind of rare. But with Ryan you just have to trust that it’s going to be great.'

Nick, who rose to fame alongside his siblings as a band member of the Jonas Brothers, returned to his acting duties shortly after being allegedly paid $300,000 to do a private performance for Hudson News heir Jimmy Cohen.  

The multi-millionaire media mogul was throwing a bat mitzvah for his 13-year-old daughter.

Meanwhile, the Jealous hit maker has been hard at work excelling his musical career after topping the charts with his last hit single, also featuring the likes of Tinashe in his remix.

His latest track, Levels, shows the former Disney star turning things up another notch, getting his groove on alongside a slew of scantily-clad dancers.

Ah, relief: The former member of the Jonas Brothers seemed to enjoy his smooth shave after taking off his glued on facial hair

Ah, relief: The former member of the Jonas Brothers seemed to enjoy his smooth shave after taking off his glued on facial hair

 

 

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