New York's Madame Tussauds unveils a wax replica of Lin-Manuel Miranda, crafted to depict his role as the central figure in the Hamilton Broadway production, which recently marked its ten-year milestone.
Lin-Manuel Miranda's Wax Figure Unveiled at Madame Tussauds New York
On August 5, 2025, Lin-Manuel Miranda's wax figure was unveiled at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York, marking the 10th anniversary of Hamilton on Broadway. The figure, dressed in Miranda's iconic Alexander Hamilton Revolutionary War costume, complete with a long ponytail, will now call Madame Tussauds New York its permanent home[1][2][3][4].
The reveal event was a star-studded affair, emceed by Jimmy Fallon, who also has his own wax figure at the museum. Miranda, who found the experience "very strange" and “very surreal,” expressed gratitude for the milestone and the honour of joining the ranks of other celebrity wax figures near Broadway[1][3][4].
The creation process for the wax figure was meticulous, involving detailed head and body scans, and a memorable anecdote about a woman selecting the most accurate eyeball mold to match Miranda's own, which he likened to a scene from Coraline[1][3][4].
Before its installation at Madame Tussauds, the wax figure made a special appearance at the invite-only 10th anniversary celebration of Hamilton held at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. The figure stands alongside other theatrical icons such as Grizabella from Cats and Christine from The Phantom of the Opera[2][3][4].
Miranda expressed hope that fans would have fun interacting with the wax figure, affectionately nicknaming it “Wax-Manuel Miranda.” The unveiling is a tribute to his cultural impact as a “true cultural powerhouse” with numerous awards, including Grammys, Emmys, Tonys, and a Pulitzer Prize, recognizing his transformative contributions to modern musical theater[1][2].
Miranda's father, Luis Miranda, was also present during the unveiling and commented on the wax figure's youthful appearance, suggesting it would be a way for him and his son to interact in the future. The wax figure is incredibly detailed, with features like a freckle on his nose and a tattoo of his wife's initials on his ring finger[1][4].
The wax figure honours Miranda’s decade-long legacy with Hamilton and his broader impact across the arts[1][2][3][4][5]. It is now open for visitors to interact with at Madame Tussauds New York. The unveiling event took place with the presence of Miranda's family and friends, and Miranda noted during the unveiling that he posed for the Madame Tussauds team to create the wax figure last year.
References:
[1] BroadwayWorld.com, "Lin-Manuel Miranda's Wax Figure Unveiled at Madame Tussauds New York," August 5, 2025.
[2] The New York Times, "Lin-Manuel Miranda's Wax Figure Makes Debut at Madame Tussauds," August 6, 2025.
[3] Variety.com, "Lin-Manuel Miranda's Wax Figure Unveiled at Madame Tussauds New York," August 5, 2025.
[4] Entertainment Weekly, "Lin-Manuel Miranda's Wax Figure Revealed at Madame Tussauds New York," August 6, 2025.
[5] The Hollywood Reporter, "Lin-Manuel Miranda's Wax Figure Joins the Ranks at Madame Tussauds New York," August 5, 2025.
The unveiling of Lin-Manuel Miranda's wax figure at Madame Tussauds New York has solidified his presence in pop-culture, joining the pantheon of celebrated entertainers. Fans can now experience an uncanny likeness of the star, placed among other legendary celebrity figures near Broadway.
