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BBC News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Madame Tussauds make a Greggs sausage roll waxwork
Madame Tussauds is best known for its lifelike waxwork figures of our favourite celebrities, but its most recent addition is a little bit take a bite out of this Greggs sausage roll because it's been expertly crafted out of wax to look just as flaky as the real sausage roll has been described as "iconic" by the museum and is the first food item to go on display in its own right. It'll be on show in the museum's culture zone throughout got us thinking - if you could see any snack or food item recreated in wax at Madame Tussauds, what would it be?Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! Jo Kinsey, studio manager at the museum, said the Greggs sausage roll was a symbol of "British culture" adding "we just had to put it in our culture zone".She went on to say: "We took the process very seriously, making this creation the same way we make all our figures at the attraction."We can't wait for guests to be stopped in their tracks at the lifelike sausage roll - just in time for National Sausage Roll Day."Don't forget to let us know what other snacks you'd want to see turned into a waxwork in the comments below...
Telegraph
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
Princess of Wales waxwork unveiled at Madame Tussauds
Madame Tussauds has unveiled a new waxwork of the Princess of Wales in an outfit styled after one she wore in 2023. The Prince and Princess of Wales flank the King and Queen in a replica throne room at the Baker Street attraction. The Princess's latest figure has been dressed in a replica Jenny Packham gown, silver Gianvito Rossi 'Rania 105' pumps and the signature Lover's Knot tiara she wore to the annual Diplomatic Reception in December 2023. The replica tiara is from the Madame Tussauds London archives and was worn by the figure of Princess Diana in the 1980s. The look is completed with a replica Royal Victorian Order blue sash, Royal Family Order of QEII and Greville Diamond Chandelier earrings. Steve Blackburn of Madame Tussauds London said: 'We are delighted that a new figure of the much-loved Catherine, Princess of Wales, has officially landed in the Royal Palace Experience at our attraction in the heart of London, continuing our centuries-long work with the Royal Family.' The Prince of Wales waxwork also had an outfit change, and is dressed in a black tuxedo by Ede and Ravenscroft, a tailor with a long history of providing attire for the Royal Family, with a white bow-tie to match the reception gown draped on the effigy of the Princess. The suit is completed with replicas of the Prince's sash and star of the Order of the Garter, along with copies of his army medals. The Princess was first immortalised in wax in April 2012, a year after her wedding. Mr Blackburn added: 'Kate, majestically crafted by our talented studio team, has been sculpted to ensure her resemblance is fit for a future queen, alongside her dashing husband.' The Sussexes Waxwork versions of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex were displayed with models of working members of the Royal family in the replica throne room at Madame Tussauds for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in 2022. Prince Harry remained in the room for the King's Coronation the following year, while Meghan was relegated to the Hollywood area, but the pair are both noticeably absent from the newest installation.
Daily Mail
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Amanda Holden begins her waxwork journey at Madame Tussauds in Blackpool as she poses in a glamorous gold sequin jumpsuit for artists
Amanda Holden kicked off her waxwork journey at Madame Tussauds in Blackpool this week as she posed in a glamorous gold sequin jumpsuit for the artists. The Britain's Got Talent judge, 54, has now completed her inaugural sitting at the world-famous Merlin's Magic Making studio. She has undergone a meticulous measurement process by the highly specialised talented team of wax artists. Amanda was left 'speechless' after receiving her invitation to join their celebrity line-up, describing the process as 'surreal.' Her dazzling outfit was carefully selected to 'embody her glamour' and show off her 'vibrant personality'. Amanda said: 'I was in equal parts nervous and excited about the sitting.' She continued: 'It's quite surreal knowing that soon there will be another me standing in Blackpool! And permanently! 'I've been joking with friends about what pose they should put me in! If I had my hard hat on I'd have suggested putting me and Alan Carr next to each other in preparation for our next renovation!' Back in February, Amanda was left speechless in the middle of hosting her Heart Breakfast Show when she received a surprise on-air invitation from Madame Tussauds Blackpool. A team of 25 craftsmen and women will take around 800 hours in total to complete her figure, including 350 hours in sculpture time alone. A further 180 hours will be spent inserting individual strands of hair while recreating Amanda's infectious smile - and perfect teeth - will command another 30 hours. Jill Jenkins, Guest Experience Manager at Madame Tussauds Blackpool, added: 'We are thrilled Amanda has now completed her first sitting. 'It is such an important part of the process as it allows our artists to capture all those tiny details that make each of our figures so lifelike. 'Amanda has such an expressive face and distinctive look that we know visitors will instantly recognise her figure when it's unveiled.' Jill continued: 'We selected the perfect outfit and pose which showcases Amanda's vibrant personality. 'Fans can expect a figure which truly embodies her glamour and warmth that millions have come to know and love through Britain's Got Talent and her radio show.' Elsewhere, Britain's Got Talent has found itself in a fix row after semi-finalist Mickey Callisto dropped a subtle swipe at the ITV shows after coming under fire from the judges. The Sunderland singer sang Queen's Somebody To Love for his performance at London 's Apollo, but was left unimpressed by the judges' criticism. Bruno, while praising Mickey, said he 'didn't hit all the notes,' before Alesha Dixon told him she preferred his first audition, though Amanda described his song as 'fantastic'. Not wholly convinced by the act, Simon Cowell remarked: 'You are a really, really good Freddie Mercury tribute act and, for that, it was really, really good.' Elsewhere, Britain's Got Talent has found itself in a fix row after semi-finalist Mickey Callisto dropped a subtle swipe at the ITV shows after coming under fire from the judges Defending his song choice, Mickey threw some shade at the show by revealing he wanted 'to sing his own song' - inferring he was told he was not allowed to. After he failed to secure a place in the final, viewers were left enraged and claimed ITV bosses 'stitched him up'. Comments included: 'I see they are stitching up Mickey mCallisto on #BGT right now - what were those judges listening too!?' 'Mickey was fantastic. Was robbed of a golden buzzer in his audition, and was robbed again tonight.'
