Zendaya’s 10th Madame Tussauds figure has arrived.
The unveiling at Madame Tussauds New York, which took place on January 6, shows Zendaya’s new figure inspired by the look she wore to the Dune: Part Two fan event in Mexico City.
The couture-style design is accented with ostrich-effect leather detailing, a sleek slit skirt, and sparkling jewelry. Her engagement ring from Tom Holland is also on display, marking a special time period for the actress.
The latest clay sculpture marks Zendaya’s 10th Madame Tussauds figure. Her first figures were revealed in 2015 in Orlando and San Francisco following a sitting where studio artists took hundreds of measurements and reference photos.
Per the press release, each figure is sculpted in clay before multiple layers of oil-based paint are applied to achieve a glowing, natural complexion. As with every Madame Tussauds figure, the artistry behind Zendaya’s likeness comes from a meticulous, year-long process carried out by a team of 20 highly skilled artists. The creation process blends centuries-old craftsmanship with today’s most advanced techniques.
“Zendaya has earned her place among today’s most recognizable and respected stars,” said Tiago Mogadouro, General Manager of Madame Tussauds New York. “This figure is a tribute to her lasting impact on both entertainment and fashion.”
Fans took to social media to call out the spot-on resemblance of the figure and the Challengers actress. “The new zendaya wax figure looks more of Zendaya than Zendaya herself,” one person wrote on X.
“That wax figure is uncannily Zendaya,” another posted.
One user co-signed, “They nailed it. Zendaya’s presence is hard to capture, but this one actually does her justice. When a wax figure looks that accurate, you know the star power is real, X.