LOS ANGELES, July 6: Kevin Bacon, renowned for his roles in Hollywood hits like "Footloose" and "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," recently sought a taste of anonymity by disguising himself for a day among the public. Despite efforts to blend in with prosthetics, fake teeth, and glasses crafted by a special effects makeup artist, the actor found the experience less than enjoyable.

In an interview with Vanity Fair, Bacon reflected on his attempt to go unrecognized at The Grove shopping mall in Los Angeles, a bustling hub known for its crowds and tourists. Despite his elaborate disguise, Bacon lamented that his unmistakable face still led to anonymity falling short. "I have a face that’s pretty recognizable," he admitted, noting that wearing a hat and glasses could only do so much.

"People were kind of pushing past me, not being nice. Nobody said, ‘I love you.’ I had to wait in line to, I don’t know, buy a coffee or whatever," Bacon recounted of his time incognito. The stark contrast from his usual fame left him yearning to return to the perks of celebrity status.

After his experiment, Bacon returned to the limelight, attending the Red Carpet event for the recent A24 film "MaXXXine," and continuing his prominent career, which most recently includes starring in his wife Kyra Sedgwick’s directorial debut, "Space Oddity."

Bacon's candid exploration highlights the complexities of fame and the challenges of life in the public eye, reminding fans that even celebrities seek moments of ordinary anonymity amid their larger-than-life careers.