Bright Eyes’ Conor Oberst Attends Own Lookalike Contest in Omaha Benefit

Conor Oberst, frontman of indie-rock band Bright Eyes, surprised fans by attending a lookalike contest held in his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska, which was organized as a fundraiser for the youth music education group Omaha Girls Rock. The event, initially intended as a joke, featured participants performing karaoke of Bright Eyes songs and receiving a single American Spirit cigarette, with Oberst ultimately awarding the winner a large bag of his old clothes. This appearance follows a trend of celebrities attending their own lookalike contests, similar to Glen Powell, Timothée Chalamet, and Drake. Bright Eyes recently released their album 'Five Dice, All Threes,' with Oberst describing it as a lighter, more fun record focusing on rock and roll guitar sounds. The band continues to tour, with upcoming North American and Asian dates, and recently released new music including the song "1st World Blues" and a mash-up single with fellow Omaha band Cursive. Oberst’s involvement in the contest added a unique and personal touch to the benefit event, delighting fans and participants alike.