Idris Elba's Wax Figure Unlocks His Phone
Friday, 2026/01/30257 words4 minutes877 reads
British actor Idris Elba recently unveiled his remarkably lifelike wax figure at Madame Tussauds in London, demonstrating an astonishing level of realism that extends beyond mere visual similarity. In a viral video captured during the unveiling, Elba successfully used the wax figure's face to unlock his smartphone, bypassing the device's sophisticated facial recognition security system.
The 53-year-old actor, visibly amused and astounded, held his device up to the sculpted features of his wax twin, remarking, 'Haha, look at this guy.' Within moments, the phone's lock screen yielded, confirming the extraordinary precision achieved by the museum's artisans in replicating Elba's facial structure.
Overwhelmed by the surreal accuracy, Elba exclaimed, 'I don't know what to say, I'm speechless. I am speechless literally. Wow.' He then seized the opportunity to astonish his mother, Eve Elba, initiating a FaceTime call that left her momentarily stunned and breathless.
The wax figure, meticulously crafted over months with Elba's collaboration, sports a monochrome blue suit from the actor's own label—an ensemble he wore during a meeting with King Charles in July 2024. Completing the authentic look are patent Christian Louboutin dress shoes, donated from Elba's personal collection.
Positioned in the museum's 'Awards Party' zone alongside other celebrity figures, this wax doppelgänger represents a 'full-circle moment' for the Hackney-born actor. Elba reflected on the experience, noting the similarities to his professional work: 'The process has been fascinating. It's not dissimilar to prepping for a movie role—working with talented artists to flesh out the character, getting the costume just right, but this time it's for me!'
