Cricket fans at Old Trafford were recently entertained by an Ed Sheeran lookalike, who managed to fool many and pose for countless selfies, while the real singer was actually performing in Oslo.
A “Humble” Encounter at Old Trafford
During a crucial Test match at Old Trafford, a familiar red-haired figure was seen mingling with the crowd, readily posing for photos. Many fans believed they were face-to-face with global music sensation Ed Sheeran, praising him for being so “humble” and approachable.
The lookalike’s presence quickly gained traction, even being noted by official accounts like Test Match Special and the Barmy Army. England Cricket’s official ECB handle also tweeted about the “pleasure to have @EdSheeran with us at the cricket,” adding to the buzz.
However, keen observers might have noticed a key detail missing: the man had no tattoos, a stark contrast to the real Ed Sheeran’s iconic arm art. Despite this, the selfie spree continued, particularly among fans of Indian heritage.
Where Was the Real Ed Sheeran?
While the doppelgänger was busy charming crowds in Manchester, the actual Ed Sheeran was thousands of miles away. The “Shape of You” singer was performing in Oslo, Norway, alongside fellow artist Sigrid.
It’s true that the Grammy-winner is a genuine fan of Test cricket and has attended matches at Old Trafford before. However, on this particular day, his schedule took him elsewhere, leaving the stage clear for his double.
Meet TY Jones: The Professional Impersonator
The man behind the illusion was TY Jones, a professional celebrity lookalike. He even sported official accreditation, confirming his role as an entertainer rather than the chart-topping musician himself.
Jones has a track record of impersonating Sheeran, once even turning up at a nightclub without knowing the lyrics to all of Sheeran’s songs. He reportedly spent that evening avoiding a Justin Bieber lookalike to prevent any awkward encounters.
Most in the crowd at Old Trafford likely knew it wasn’t the real deal, but enjoyed the novelty and fun of posing with the well-known impersonator anyway. After all, selfies don’t need to sing!
The Rise of Celebrity Lookalikes
TY Jones isn’t the only celebrity doppelgänger making headlines. Recently, an Arijit Singh lookalike created a parody video of the Indian singer’s collaboration with Ed Sheeran, further highlighting the growing trend.
Interestingly, the cricket match also saw a Fernando Alonso lookalike in attendance, engrossed in the game, seemingly unaware of his striking resemblance to the F1 driver. It seems lookalikes are becoming a common sight at major events.
The real Ed Sheeran, meanwhile, continues his connection with India, having previously collaborated on a Bhangra performance on the Kapil Sharma show, blending Western pop with traditional Indian beats.
- An Ed Sheeran lookalike entertained fans at an Old Trafford Test match, taking selfies.
- Fans praised the lookalike for being “humble,” unaware he wasn’t the real singer.
- The real Ed Sheeran was performing with Sigrid in Oslo at the time.
- The impersonator, TY Jones, is a professional celebrity lookalike.
- Other celebrity lookalikes, including an Arijit Singh and Fernando Alonso double, have also recently garnered attention.
This incident is a fun reminder of how celebrity culture can sometimes blur the lines, even if just for a memorable selfie.
