This Halloween, Black Hollywood is on fire with the costumes…offering us tributes to classic characters, superheroes and celebrations of cultural icons. Stars like Halle Bailey, Janelle Monáe and Jennifer Hudson delivered their annual over-the-top surprises, while Lizzo broke the internet with her meta choice. If you’re looking for (extremely) last minute inspiration, check out our recap of Black celebrities best 2024 Halloween costumes.
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Lizzo
No one has a better sense of humor about themselves than Lizzo. She took “South Park’s” joke about her and turned it into a hilarious costume.
Ice Spice
The rapper celebrated the sci-fi fan favorite “The Fifth Element” with her version of Milla Jovovich’s Leeloo.
Sasha and Malia Obama
The former first daughters broke out their western wear for Billie Eilish’s star-studded Halloween party.
Giannis Antetokounmpo
The NBA superstar earnest explained to reporters that he’s a dad and he has no say so in what costume he wears, hence his Mr. Potato Head get up.
Halle Berry
The legendary actress is making witchcraft sexy with her show-stopping look.
Tyla
The singer was one of a few artists who celebrated Halle Berry with their costumes. She chose to get nostalgic about one of the star’s early film roles in “The Flintstones.”
Halle Bailey
Halle paid tribute to her namesake’s groundbreaking character, Jinx, from “Die Another Day.” As usual, “The Little Mermaid” star’s portrayal is spot on.
Chlöe Bailey
She’s not bad, she’s just drawn that way. If a live-action version of “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” is ever made, Chlöe better get cast as Jessica Rabbit.
Ciara
Ciara is giving runway icon with her tribute to Naomi Campbell.
Rickey Thompson
The actor/comedian makes a gorgeous fallen angel.
Jennifer Hudson
Jennifer paid tribute to her hero Whitney Houston, becoming Rachel Marron from “The Bodyguard.”
Janelle Monáe
The Queen of Halloween strikes again with an ode to ‘80s nostalgia in her accuarate and slightly creepy E.T. costume.
Megan Thee Stallion
Fans of “Teen Titans” are in love with Meg’s comic-accurate portrayal of Starfire. Maybe James Gunn will add her to the DC Film Universe.
China Anne McClain
The “Descendants” star is the stuff of nightmares as classic movie villain Freddy Krueger.
Myles Garrett
This relentless Terminator, a.k.a Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett, is every QB’s worst fear. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that he worked with Hollywood costume designers on the mask.
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