Anthony Hopkins dons a Skims facial covering, embodying his iconic Hannibal Lecter character
Sir Anthony Hopkins, the 87-year-old Academy Award-winning actor, has caused a stir on social media by promoting Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand, Skims. In a humorous Instagram video, Hopkins donned the brand's new Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap, which resembles the infamous mask worn by his iconic character, Hannibal Lecter, in the film The Silence of the Lambs.
The video, posted on Hopkins' Instagram account, sees him playfully inviting Kardashian to dinner in a chilling yet comedic twist. The video has since gone viral, significantly boosting the product's popularity and leading to quick sell-outs. Hopkins wore the face wrap in the "Clay" color, fastening it around his chin, jaw, and ears, and mimicked the character’s voice and mannerisms.
The Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap, retailing at £52, offers "ultra-soft jaw support." However, the product is currently sold out due to the surge in demand following Hopkins' promotion. Skims, which launched its first collection in 2019, will open its first UK store next summer on London's Regent Street.
Kardashian took to her Twitter account to express her gratitude to Hopkins for the promotion, saying, "Thank you so much @AnthonyHopkins for the amazing video and for supporting SKIMS! I'm so honoured and can't wait for you to come to our London store next summer!"
Hopkins, who won the leading actor award at the 1992 Academy Awards for his portrayal of Hannibal Lecter, is also known for starring in The Silence Of The Lambs sequel Hannibal (2001) and its prequel Red Dragon (2002). The video's content was intended to be humorous and playful, given the reference to the film and the statement about feeling younger.
You can view the viral video on Hopkins' Instagram account. The video in question was a promotional video for the face wrap product from Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand, Skims. Hopkins captioned the video, "Thank you Kim. Don't be afraid to come over for dinner." The Crown Estate signed a deal with Kardashian's brand for its first UK store, marking an exciting new chapter for the brand in the UK.
- The viral video on Sir Anthony Hopkins' Instagram account, a promotional piece for Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand, Skims, has fueled pop-culture discussions about celebrities and entertainment, with Hopkins' playful invitation to dinner with Kardashian adding to the entertainment value.
- The sudden surge in demand for Skims' Seamless Sculpt Face Wrap, following Sir Anthony Hopkins' promotional video, has solidified its place in the current pop-culture landscape, showcasing the influence that celebrities can have on the popularity of products within the realm of entertainment and fashion.
