Beyonce Wax Figure Debuts At Madam Tussauds In NYC

On Thursday, July 27, the wax museum debuted a brand-new iteration of Beyoncé's wax figure (one that thankfully doesn't make the list of the worst-looking wax sculptures at Madame Tussauds in NYC). The new statue is a recreation of the Queen Nefertiti-inspired look that the superstar wore during her historic Coachella performance from 2018 (Bey was the first Black woman to ever headline the music festival), including replicas of her Balmain bodysuit and coordinating cape, ornate headpiece, statement necklace, diamante earrings and metallic booties. The Beychella effect is complete with a commanding pose, accessorized with a cane. To successfully achieve Beyoncé's likeness, the museum enlisted the efforts of 20 Madame Tussauds studio artists, sculptors and designers in London, who researched hundreds of images, videos and magazine spreads of the singer before completing the statue in six months. It is now on view at Madame Tussauds New York.