Fans Are Comparing Joe Jonas' Cannes Look to KFC's Colonel Sanders (and the Singer Just Co-Signed!)

The similarity is undeniable

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Joe Jonas, Colonel Sanders. Photo:

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Joe Jonas isn't afraid to laugh at himself.

The 34-year-old musician has become something of a style star in recent years, so it's not exactly surprising that he would snag an invite to Cannes Film Festival. His all-white Lanvin look for the Thursday, May 23 amfAR Gala was undoubtedly chic, but also drew comparisons to a certain fast food icon.

After Joe made his appearance at the Gala, a Jonas Brothers fan account shared side-by side images of the singer and Colonel Sanders, the founder and mascot of KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken).

"Who wore it better? (Love you Joe)," the caption reads.

On the left, Sanders (whose full name was Colonel Harland David Sanders) is seen in his signature uniform consisting of a white double-breasted suit and black Western bow tie. On the right, Joe wears a Lanvin double-breasted relaxed jacket with large patch pockets and a similar bow tie. He also donned matching pants in Australian wool and a slim-fit cotton poplin shirt.

Joe Jonas attends the amfAR Cannes Gala 30th edition presented by Chopard And Red Sea International Film Festival at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 23, 2024 in Cap d'Antibes, France.
Joe Jonas at Cannes 2024.

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Joe clearly understood that the comparison was all in good fun and re-shared the fan account's post to his Instagram Stories.

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Joe Jonas on Instagram.

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At the annual gala, which raises money for AIDS research, Joe joined his younger brother Nick Jonas to perform for guests.

Nick, 31, was scheduled to perform at the event and during his set, welcomed Joe to the stage for a performance of Joe’s band DNCE’s song “Cake by the Ocean."

In a video shared by Diplo on Instagram, Nick could be heard saying, "Joe, where you at?" as Joe took a microphone from what appeared to be Diplo's hand and walked toward the stage.

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Joe Jonas and Nick Jonas.

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"Ladies and gentleman, give it up for Joe Jonas!" Nick added as his brother joined him.

The younger Jonas brother wore a similar ensemble to Joe — a cream suit jacket, white shirt and black pants.

At one point during the joint performance, Nick commented, “This looks exactly like a Jonas Brothers concert,” as the crowd danced and sang along.

Prior to Joe's surprise entrance, Nick performed his 2014 hit “Jealous,” as well as Frankie Valli’s song “Can't Take My Eyes Off You.”

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