Alright Beyhive listen up! Queen Bey just got immortalized again in wax but this time it is all about her "Cowboy Carter" era and let me tell you the internet is buzzing. Madame Tussauds Orlando just unveiled their brand-new Beyoncé figure and folks online are definitely not shy about sharing their opinions. Is it a spot-on tribute or a waxwork wonder gone wrong? Let's dive in!
Cowboy Carter Gets Waxed: Inside Beyoncé's New Figure and its Americana Inspired Look
Madame Tussauds Orlando is the latest museum to get the Beyoncé treatment and this time they went full-on "Cowboy Carter" which makes total sense given Bey's recent country music takeover. They teased the figure drop on Instagram showing off all the details. This ain't your average wax figure folks. This one is decked out in a red white and blue suede jacket dripping with fringe. Underneath is a vintage Willie Nelson tee paired with crystallized denim shorts and of course signature cowboy boots and hat. They even included a floor-length durag under the hat for that extra touch. It’s Americana meets Bey and it is definitely a look.
Beyoncé Lands in Orlando: Be First to See the Wax Figure at Ole Red Pre-Unveiling Event
Want to see this wax Beyoncé in person before anyone else? You are in luck if you are near Orlando! Madame Tussauds is throwing a Free pre-unveiling party at Ole Red Orlando. Mark your calendars for March 29th from 4 to 7 PM. This is your chance to get an exclusive first peek at the "Cowboy Carter" Bey before it officially takes its permanent spot at Madame Tussauds Orlando on March 30th. They are promising giveaways themed drinks special menu items and a whole lot of Beyoncé vibes. Sounds like a fun night for the Beyhive!
Event Details:
- Event: Madame Tussauds Orlando Beyoncé Wax Figure Pre-Unveiling
- Date: March 29th 2025
- Time: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Location: Ole Red Orlando
- Admission: Free
- Features: Exclusive First Look Giveaways Themed Drinks Special Menu Items Surprises
"Something Ain't Right" Fans React to New Beyoncé Wax Figure and the Likeness Debate Begins
Okay now for the internet's reaction. As soon as Madame Tussauds dropped the photos the comments section went wild . And as usual with wax figures especially Beyoncé ones opinions are seriously divided. Some fans are loving it calling it the "best Beyoncé wax figure" yet and praising the accuracy. They think Madame Tussauds finally nailed it this time after some past figures that well... missed the mark.
But then there is the other side. Plenty of people online are not feeling this figure. Some comments are hilarious but also a bit brutal. People are saying "Something not right" or "Why they gave her tired eyes?". Ouch. Some folks are even saying it looks more like other celebs. Names like Victoria Monet and rapper Lil Mama are being thrown around as doppelgangers for this wax Bey. One commenter joked it is "a mix between Bey and Victoria Monet lol". And of course the internet never holds back on anything physical. One person even commented "Them hips look a mess." Yikes internet you are savage.
"She's White Now?!" Wax Figure Sparks Skin Tone Debate and Cultural Identity Questions
Beyond just likeness some of the online chatter is diving into deeper territory. The wax figure's look especially with the blonde hair cowboy hat and very "American" outfit is sparking a familiar debate about Beyoncé and her image. Some people are straight up asking "But she’s white now?!" This is bringing up the discussion about whether Beyoncé is distancing herself from her Black roots especially with her move into country music.
Critics are pointing to the blonde hair and "Texas-themed" outfit as symbolizing an embrace of "white American culture". It is a complex conversation about representation identity and how public figures are perceived especially when they cross genres and styles.
Deja Vu? Beyoncé Wax Figures and a History of Mixed Reactions from Fans
This is not the first time a Beyoncé wax figure has caused a stir. Madame Tussauds and other museums have created Bey figures for years and the reactions have always been well... mixed. Some past figures have been praised as amazing likenesses. But others? Not so much. Remember that 2004 figure that got roasted for looking like a "drunk version" of Beyoncé? Or the 2008 and 2009 figures that fans said were even worse? Madame Tussauds has definitely had a journey with capturing Beyoncé's unique features. They have improved over the years with some of the more recent figures from 2014 2017 and 2019 getting better reviews. But it seems like nailing Beyoncé in wax is still a challenge and this "Cowboy Carter" figure is just the latest chapter in that ongoing saga.
Beyond the Wax: The Real Beyoncé Skin Tone Debate and Shifting Perceptions
The wax figure debate is also tapping into a larger conversation that has been around for a while: Beyoncé's skin tone and image. After her Grammy win for "Cowboy Carter" the internet was buzzing with theories about her looking "whiter". Some people even accused her of "bleaching" her skin. Experts however suggest it is likely down to makeup lighting and her honey-blonde hair which can all affect how skin tone appears in photos and on camera. One makeup artist explained that blonde hair can "soften the contrast and make the skin appear lighter" compared to darker hair which frames the face and highlights skin tones more directly.
Final Verdict: Is the New Beyoncé Wax Figure a Hit or a Miss? You Decide!
So is the new "Cowboy Carter" Beyoncé wax figure a win or a fail? The internet is split as usual. Some fans think Madame Tussauds finally nailed it while others... not so much. Whether you think it is a flawless recreation a funny look-alike or just another waxwork gone wrong one thing is for sure: it is definitely getting people talking. And hey maybe that is the point right? Go check out the photos online see the figure in person if you can and decide for yourself. What do YOU think? Hit the comments and let us know!