Each Halloween, Heidi Klum reminds the world why she is hailed as the ultimate “Queen of Halloween.” Known for turning her annual costume party into a full-scale theatrical event, Klum approaches the spooky season not as a holiday but as a creative mission. Over the years, she has elevated Halloween into a fusion of art, design, and performance — and her 2024 transformation into Medusa may be her most jaw-dropping yet.
Held at The Venue inside New York City’s Hard Rock Hotel, Klum’s 24th annual Halloween celebration was a spectacle of myth and modern craftsmanship. The German supermodel and TV personality emerged in a hauntingly beautiful ensemble inspired by the ancient Greek legend of Medusa, the serpent-haired Gorgon whose deadly gaze could turn mortals to stone.
Klum’s metamorphosis into the mythical figure required over ten hours of preparation. The process involved a team of prosthetic artists, makeup specialists, and costume designers working in perfect harmony. The final look featured a sculpted bodysuit, a serpentine tail, and an intricate headpiece adorned with snakes that appeared to slither and move on their own.
When videos of Klum’s animated snakes began circulating online, fans flooded social media with stunned reactions. Comments like “How are the snakes moving????” and “THE SNAKES MOVINGGGGG. Absolutely insane.” captured the amazement of viewers who couldn’t believe the illusion’s realism. Others simply crowned her Halloween royalty once again, with one admirer writing, “Medusa, the snakes moving, takes the crown. Amazing.”
Before the big reveal, Klum teased fans with cryptic posts, sparking speculation about her 2024 costume. When she finally unveiled her terrifying yet mesmerizing look, she told Good Morning America, “I’m going to be very ugly — very scary, but very ugly.” Her prediction proved true. The transformation was both chilling and mesmerizing, blending high fashion with mythological artistry in a way that only Klum could achieve.