Fedora man unmasked: Meet the teen behind the Louvre mystery photo

In an unexpected twist of fate, 15-year-old Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux became an international sensation after an Associated Press photo captured him at the Louvre during the infamous crown jewels heist. Dressed in a vintage three-piece suit, fedora, and a restored Russian watch, Pedro’s appearance sparked widespread intrigue and speculation. The image, which garnered millions of views, led to theories ranging from him being a detective to an AI-generated figure. Pedro, a fan of Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot, chose to remain silent, allowing the mystery to unfold. In an exclusive interview with AP, he revealed that his style is inspired by 20th-century history and black-and-white imagery of statesmen and fictional detectives. Despite the viral fame, Pedro remains grounded, embracing his unique fashion sense and the unexpected spotlight. His story highlights the power of imagery and the allure of mystery in the digital age.