Madame Tussauds unveils Golden Globe winner John Boyega
Golden Globe winner and Peckham-born actor, John Boyega was joined by his nearest and dearest to unveil his Madame Tussauds London figure.
Mr Boyega’s figure is the result of a collaboration between Madame Tussauds London’s artists and the actor who was completely involved in the creation process, attending multiple sittings and finessing each detail with the team.
Originally announced to mark the BAFTA award winner’s 30th birthday in March, Mr Boyega’s figure stands red carpet-ready in an outfit designed especially for Madame Tussauds London by his designer sister, Grace Boyega.
The styling reflects the Small Axe star’s love of slick tailoring and his West African heritage and culture, something he is proud of.
John Boyega said: “First of all, I didn’t know my head was that big, which is something to take in, but to see my figure in the flesh is ridiculous.
“I’m happy to be here and lucky to be in a position to be celebrated this way. Actors’ awards are nice but getting a figure at Madame Tussauds London means you’re doing something right.
“The styling of my figure was really important to me, and I saw this as an opportunity for my sister, Grace, to come in and create something for the Madame Tussauds London team that merges my love of a good, fitted suit with the beautiful materials that represent my West African culture, and this outfit epitomises me perfectly. It’s snazzy.
“The whole experience of getting a figure was nice and easy but the Madame Tussauds London artists took some really weird measurements that I’ve never experienced before – despite having been measured for many film roles – and I’ve never had my eyeballs compared to another pair of eyeballs.
“I think the fans are really going to like this figure, it’s been well thought out and designed with love. It looks brilliant, and I really appreciate it.”
Mr Boyega’s figure will take up permanent residence in the attraction’s Awards Party zone alongside fellow A-listers such as Dwayne Johnson, the Beckhams, Benedict Cumberbatch, Zendaya and Helen Mirren from Friday, June 17.
Madame Tussauds statue of John Boyega, with John Boyega. Picture: Madame Tussauds
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