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Idris Elba’s Lifelike Madame Tussauds Waxwork Reportedly Unlocks His Phone

A viral London unveiling showed the actor testing the likeness in a FaceTime prank.

Overview

  • Elba’s wax figure was unveiled on Dec. 19 at Madame Tussauds London, drawing immediate viral attention.
  • In a video from the event, Elba held his smartphone to the waxwork’s face and the device unlocked via Face ID.
  • He then FaceTimed his mother, who reacted with “Oh my God!” as onlookers laughed at the realistic likeness.
  • The figure wears a monochrome blue suit from Elba’s own label with Christian Louboutin shoes, matching an outfit he reportedly wore to meet King Charles in 2024.
  • Fans on social media praised the craftsmanship, with posts claiming the figure looks more like Idris Elba than Idris Elba.