In a surprising turn of events, 15-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux discovered that a photo of himself at the Louvre during the crown jewels heist had gone viral, attracting millions of views. Instead of immediately revealing his identity, the young enthusiast of Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot opted to maintain the suspense and mystery surrounding the image.
Dressed in a distinctive ensemble of a fedora hat, Yves Saint Laurent waistcoat, and a vintage Russian watch, Pedro granted his first in-person interview since the photo went viral. The photograph captured him strolling past a police blockade at the Louvre, adding a film noir touch to the modern-day crime scene.
The internet swiftly dubbed him “Fedora Man,” speculating on his role in the heist, with some even suggesting he might be AI-generated due to his retro-inspired attire. Pedro’s casual visit to the Louvre with his mother and grandfather unexpectedly thrust him into the spotlight, as the AP photographer captured him in the midst of the unfolding events.
Despite the global attention, Pedro remained composed and even switched his Instagram account to public to let people unravel the mystery themselves. Embracing his newfound fame, he humorously expressed his openness to potential film opportunities that may come his way.
