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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Greggs' sausage roll gets it own waxwork at Madame Tussauds – as Brits chomp 365million every year
Find out just how waxwork experts managed to make the sausage roll effigy ROLL OF HONOUR Greggs' sausage roll gets it own waxwork at Madame Tussauds – as Brits chomp 365million every year Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GREGGS' sausage roll is being honoured with its own wax figure at Madame Tussauds. The iconic savoury treat's effigy will be unveiled at the attraction for National Sausage Roll day next week. 4 Greggs' sausage roll is being honoured with its own wax figure at Madame Tussauds Credit: Jonathan Short 4 The waxwork is on display in honour of National Sausage Roll Day Credit: Jonathan Short 4 The model snack was crafted at Madame Tussauds' London studio following the same process used for human figures Credit: Jonathan Short It will be displayed on a regal blue velvet cushion, sitting on a plinth and accompanied by a plaque, which salutes the 'significant contribution it delivers to Britain's culinary heritage'. For a limited time, it will take its place alongside the likes of William Shakespeare, Sir David Attenborough and Stormzy at the London wax museum's Culture Capital zone, dedicated to those who have shaped Britain. Greggs chief exec Roisin Currie said: 'Seeing our sausage roll receive the celebrity treatment is a proud and slightly surreal moment for all of us at Greggs.' The model snack was crafted at Madame Tussauds' London studio following the same process used for human figures. Artists spent hours ensuring it was correct in every detail. The plaque notes Greggs was founded in 1951 — and that 365million of its sausage rolls, each with 96 layers of flaky pastry, are bought every year. It is the first time that an individual food item has been so honoured at the attraction. Jo Kinsey, studio manager at Madame Tussauds London, said: 'The Greggs sausage roll is synonymous with British culture — we just had to put it in our Culture Zone. 'Our artists have put in numerous hours to capture every detail. The pressure was on to capture it perfectly because we know how passionate Brits are about their favourite pastry.' 4 The display cabinet - with protective glass - at Madame Tussauds Credit: Jonathan Short
Sky News
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News
King 'flabbergasted' by magician Steven Frayne's money trick as he and the Queen visit Bradford
The King was "flabbergasted" after a magician turned pieces of newspaper into £20 notes as he and the Queen visited Bradford in West Yorkshire. The monarch met Steven Frayne as the royal couple toured the UK City of Culture. Frayne, who used to be known as Dynamo, was born in Bradford, and got his big break when the royal's trust awarded him a grant. The entertainer produced a handful of note-sized pieces of paper and told him "I've got some newspaper clippings but I've been trying to take any bad news and turn it into good news". And as he tapped the paper pile, it turned into £20 notes and the King held the money to verify it. The classic "pick a card" trick with a twist followed and the monarch's apt selection of "King of Hearts" became the new name for a string of wifi hotspots in the Bradford Live venue when the King named his card. The royal burst into laughter and Frayne said later: "I've been fortunate to visit him in the royal estate, but it's nice to bring him back to my hood, to my estate - from council estate to royal estate. "He's created an opportunity for someone (who felt) I'm invisible, there was no hope. It's almost come full circle as now he's back in Bradford, 2025 we're the capital of culture and he's once again inspiring hope and he's inspiring his own type of magic in all these incredible people." Asked about the King's reaction to the magic, the entertainer replied: "He just said it was absolutely phenomenal and a lot of amazing words that made my magic sound incredible, he said keep going, and said he was flabbergasted." Frayne told the royal he "wouldn't be doing magic today without the support you gave me". The King replied: "But it was your determination - you studied." Frayne was one of a group of people who the King supported through his King's Trust who met him at a refurbished venue which will play a key role during Bradford's cultural year. The King also recognised another of the city's famous sons, painter David Hockney, while the Queen visited the nearby home of the Bronte sisters.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Footballer Kylian Mbappé Unveils Lifelike Waxwork At Madame Tussauds London
Kylian Mbappé has officially joined the ranks of global icons at Madame Tussauds London. The 25-year-old football superstar unveiled his new wax figure in Madrid ahead of its London debut. The waxwork is dressed in his full Euro 2024 French away kit, donated by Mbappé himself. The statue captures his iconic arms-crossed celebration, down to the last detail. He worked closely with artists, posing and measuring to perfect every feature. Kids under 16 wearing a Mbappé shirt get free entry from April 4–21. Madame Tussauds says he's a 'cultural powerhouse' — and the timing is perfect. Real Madrid are set to face Arsenal in London on April 8 in the Champion's League competition. The figure goes on display on April 4 in the Culture Capital zone.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Footballer Kylian Mbappé Unveils Lifelike Waxwork At Madame Tussauds London
Kylian Mbappé has officially joined the ranks of global icons at Madame Tussauds London. The 25-year-old Real Madrid and France forward came face-to-face with his astonishingly lifelike wax figure in Madrid, ahead of its public unveiling in London next month. Dressed head-to-toe in his UEFA Euro 2024 French away kit, complete with shin pads and captain's armband - all donated by the man himself - the statue strikes his signature arms-crossed celebration pose. "Woah, this is incredible!" Mbappé exclaimed, clearly stunned by the uncanny resemblance. "It's so surreal. The hair, the pose... it looks just like me! The artists are insanely talented." The star collaborated closely with Madame Tussauds' expert team, undergoing hundreds of measurements to ensure the figure captures every detail - from his confident stance to that unmistakable sparkle in his eye. In celebration of the launch, kids under 16 wearing any official Mbappé shirt - whether from France, Real Madrid, PSG or Monaco - can get free entry to the attraction between April 4 and 21. Steve Blackburn, General Manager at Madame Tussauds London, called the footballer "a cultural powerhouse" and said the team was "immensely grateful" for Mbappé's involvement: "We've captured every tiny detail to bring fans as close as possible to their hero." The waxwork lands just in time for Easter and just before the footballing sensation himself touches down in London - with Real Madrid set to face Arsenal in the Champions League on April 8. This marks Mbappé's second Madame Tussauds figure, following the unveiling of his Berlin statue last May. The new figure will take pride of place in Madame Tussauds London's Culture Capital zone starting Friday 4 April.
See - Sada Elbalad
11-02-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
ICESCO Reviews It's Cultural Achievements
Mohamed Mandour Dr. Mohamed Zine El Abidine, Head of ICESCO's Culture Sector at the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), gave an address during the 19th Meeting of the Consultative Council for Cultural Development in the Islamic World, held by ICESCO in partnership with the Saudi Ministry of Culture in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In this regard, Dr. Zine El Abidine presented the Organization's report on its achievements in culture, which included a set of successful initiatives aimed at promoting cultural affairs in its Member States, notably ICESCO's Initiative on Cultural Rights and the Right to Culture in the Islamic World, which contributed to securing 21 programs for ten African Member States, with the number of beneficiaries reaching 1,000. Moreover, he highlighted ICESCO's Creative Intelligence Incubator, 'Ibdaa,' which mentored young entrepreneurs across various cultural fields and supported 100 startup projects. He also announced the establishment of two new specialized centers: the Center for Calligraphy and Manuscripts and the Center for Poetry and Literature. Additionally, Dr. Zine El Abidine reviewed ICESCO's Culture Capital program, which celebrates Marrakech, Shusha, and Benghazi for their rich cultural heritage within the Islamic world. In conclusion, Dr. Zine El Abidine stressed that the Organization's efforts in the cultural field align with its 'Paths towards the Future' program, serving as a model for Member States to foster innovation and solidify culture as a foundational pillar. The Consultative Council for Cultural Development in the Islamic World is convened to review the agenda, draft resolutions, and documents to be presented at the 13th Conference of Ministers of Culture in the Islamic World, scheduled for February 12–13 in Jeddah.
