It has been a busy week for Benedict Cumberbatch – just days after celebrating his 38th birthday and after finding out he has been awarded an Emmy nomination for his role in ‘Sherlock’, the actor will now be honoured with a wax figure at Madame Tussauds in London.
It has been confirmed that his waxwork will be premiering in October, around about the same time as his new film THE IMITATION GAME alongside Keira Knightley.
Tussauds have also confirmed that Cumberbatch will be looking impeccably groomed in a stylish dark suit and his immaculate red carpet style will be paired with a warm and relaxed expression, and his famous tousled hairstyle.
Cumberbatch has been actively involved in the creation of his waxwork after participating in two sittings to allow sculptors to take hundreds of precise measurements as well as numerous photographs. The Sherlock Holmes star is thrilled about having a waxwork double:
“Finally I can photobomb myself!” joked Cumberbatch. “What a weird and wonderful compliment to be included in the ranks of talent already committed to wax. I’ve been accused of being wooden in my work but never waxy!”
“The main privilege for me was the process and seeing the amount of exacting work and skill brought to every detail of this art form. It is a wonderful combination of old and new, hi-tech and lo-fi skills. Measurements, hand-inserted individual hairs and sculpted features. As a subject, you stand still surrounded by sculpters, painters, photographers, measurers and a whole army of people who bring together your likeness… it’s an extraordinary experience. Also my agents will be thrilled, they’ve wanted a clone of me for some time!”
We can imagine many people will love the prospect of photo bombing Benedict Cumberbatch, even if it is his waxwork! Will you be one of the many fans heading to the attraction to see him?
