Fans had to do a double take after looking at the new Selena Gomez wax figure. On Tuesday, Aug. 27, Madame Tussauds New York unveiled the piece in a video on Instagram. While some wax figures have been criticized for not looking anything like the celebrity it was modeled after, Gomez’s is being praised for nailing her likeness. In fact, it’s so accurate that it’s spooking fans.
New Selena Gomez Wax Figure Surprises Fans
The latest wax figure of the “Love On” singer is dressed in a black and white crop top and matching skirt. It features accessories like hoop earrings and a black heart-shaped purse. On top of that, the piece has so many intricate details that make it look life-like. From its perfect eyebrows and winged eyeliner to its red lipstick and painted nails, everything about the wax figure screams Selena Gomez. Madame Tussauds New York even nailed her signature bright smile.
At first glance, the new Selena Gomez wax figure looks like the real deal. Actually, many fans believed it was the actress herself. After Madame Tussauds revealed the figure on Instagram, people commented that they had to look at the piece several times before they realized it was just a wax figure.
“You guys ate with this one. It really does look like queen Selena,” one fan wrote. “Finally a Selena Gomez statue that looks like Selena Gomez,” another comment read. “Love it! Looks just like her!!!” another fan said in response.
While there have been hits and misses over the years in Madame Tussauds’ collection, it’s clear the new Selena Gomez wax figure is a success. Fans who are eager to see it in person can check it out at the Madame Tussauds New York location.