The American Mustache Institute is now accepting nominations for the 2012 “Robert Goulet Memorial Mustached American of the Year,” presented by Wahl Trimmers.  The winner will be announced at ‘Stache Bash 2012, presented by Wahl Trimmers, on October 27 in Downtown Mesa, Arizona.

Past winners include firefighter Brian Sheets, Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Clay Zavada, retired New York City police detective Tim Galvin, and Milwaukee Brewers pitcher John Axford (read their stories here)

The “Goulet” IS NOT A BEST MUSTACHE AWARD, but instead recognizes the man or woman who has best represented or contributed to the Mustached American community during the past year.

Nominations will be accepted until Friday, Sept. 28, and on Monday, Oct. 1, the pool will be streamlined to a worthy group of finalists selected by AMI’s certified mustacheologists for online voting.

And now, ladies and gentlemen, before you nominate a worthy candidate, please enjoy this quick reminder of the wonder of Mr. Robert Goulet.

Nominations for the 2012 Mustached American of the Year are now closed.