Heidi Klum embraced the Halloween spirit this year by transforming into Medusa, complete with vibrant green scales and snakes, for her 24th annual Halloween party held at the Hard Rock Hotel in New York. The iconic supermodel and television personality shared her admiration for the Medusa myth, which tells the story of a beautiful woman cursed with serpents for hair, whose glance turns onlookers into stone. Klum expressed her intention to portray a truly terrifying version of Medusa, stating, "I wanted to be really, really like a really ugly, ugly Medusa. And I feel like we nailed it—to the teeth," proudly showcasing her fangs.
Klum's husband, musician Tom Kaulitz, joined her in the festivities by dressing as a man turned to stone, complementing her striking costume. The preparation for her elaborate costume was no small feat; Klum dedicated a remarkable ten hours to achieve her desired look, emphasizing her passion for Halloween celebrations.
This year, Klum is notorious not only for her costume but also for her reputation as the "Queen of Halloween." In past celebrations, she made headlines with her creative disguises, including an 8-foot-tall Transformer, a terrifying werewolf inspired by Michael Jackson's iconic "Thriller" video, and an elaborate ensemble accompanied by lookalikes that mimicked her appearance. One of her most memorable entries occurred in 2022 when she made a viral appearance at her party, suspended on a fishing line while wearing a slithering worm costume.
At this year’s gathering, Klum wasn’t the only celebrity to dazzle on the red carpet. Among the other notable attendees was actor Darren Criss, who showed up painted green as Shrek, while Maye Musk portrayed the classic character Cruella de Vil. Ariana Madix embraced the spirit of the evening by dressing as pop icon Lady Gaga, adding to the animated atmosphere of the event.
Adding to the festive season, fellow celebrity Janelle Monáe also hosted her own Halloween party on the same night. Monáe embraced the whimsical theme by dressing as the Cat in the Hat and engaged her fans with a series of Halloween-themed immersive experiences throughout October in Los Angeles. She highlighted her artistic approach to the holiday, stating, "Halloween gives context to what I already do every day. As an artist, I’m always transforming, world-building and inviting people to play in the worlds I create."
With a history of extravagant costumes and dedication to the celebration, Klum's annual Halloween party continues to draw attention and set trends in the celebrity fashion space, reminding fans and attendees alike that creativity knows no bounds during this festive season.
