 Following the huge success of the Broadway production and subsequent film, Brynner continued to shave his head for the rest of his life, though he wore a wig for certain roles.Brynner's shaven head was unusual at the time, and his striking appearance helped to give him an exotic appeal.Some fans shaved off their hair to imitate him, and a shaven head was often referred to as the "Yul Brynner look".