‘A proud symbol of representation and visibility': Madame Tussauds Sydney unveils first ‘non-binary' wax figure of rocker G Flip
The Melbourne-born singer and drummer, who goes by they/them pronouns, was unveiled as the latest addition to the museum on Wednesday.
G Flip's waxy doppelganger is part of Madame Tussauds' music icon series and will appear alongside the likes of Kylie Minogue, Taylor Swift and Harry Styles.
'Wow, this is extremely wild. Very stoked to be made of wax and be the first non-binary wax figure in Australia,' G Flip said in a statement.
'It's an honour to be included among so many legends. I hope everyone enjoys whacking some drums with the wax version of me, apologies for the noise in advance.'
While G Flip's wax figure will be on permanent display in Sydney, the real G Flip now lives in Los Angeles with their wife, Netflix star Chrisell Stause.
In a press release, Madame Tussauds claimed the new statue would serve as 'historic moment' for the country's LGBTQ+ community.
'The figure also stands as a proud symbol of representation and visibility, celebrating LGBTQ+ Australians and reinforcing Madame Tussauds' commitment to showcasing diverse icons who inspire and lead with authenticity,' a spokesperson for the wax museum said.
'G Flip has revolutionised the Australian music scene with their raw talent and fearless authenticity,' Chris Harvey, Head of Operations at Madame Tussauds Sydney added.
'But beyond the music, they've become a beacon of inclusivity and self-expression. This figure celebrates both their artistry and their impact - and we're proud to welcome them to our Sydney Live! zone.'
The original Madame Tussauds museum was opened in London in 1835 by French sculptor Marie Tussaud, who wowed the public with her eerily life-like creations.
The Madame Tussauds brand is now owned by Merlion Entertainments, which operates over a dozen wax museums across the globe.
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