Heidi Klum has once again proved why she is called the Queen of Halloween. The 52-year-old supermodel left jaws on the floor when she arrived at her annual Halloween party in New York City dressed as Medusa – the snake-haired monster from Greek mythology. Her husband, Tom Kaulitz, was a perfect match for the subject, as a Greek soldier turned to stone by her deadly gaze.
Klum’s entrance was pure theater. She glided down the red carpet in an elaborate flared dress, complete with a long reptilian tail and animatronic snakes that swirled over her head. With bow and arrow in hand, she even whispered at the photographers as the cameras were flashing continuously.
a complete change
Klum didn’t just wear clothes. She started showing glimpses of her outfit earlier in the week, posting cryptic photos and behind-the-scenes clips on Instagram. “Happy Heidiwen, don’t stare too long or you’ll turn to stone,” he wrote in a reel showing the final results.
According to People, the costume design came from makeup legend Mike Marino, who has worked on The Batman, Coming 2 America, and A Different Man. Three-time Oscar nominee and Emmy winner Marino helped design the prosthetics that transformed Klum into a terrifying, lifelike Medusa. She tagged him on Instagram, praising his work while sharing photos of the hour-long transformation process.
25 Years of Halloween Legacy
This year marks the 25th anniversary of Klum’s famous Halloween party — a tradition she started in 2000. The annual festival attracts A-listers and fashion icons, although it was halted in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic.
Before this year’s reveal, Klum hinted that she would choose something “ugly” rather than “beautiful.” And that’s what he meant. Her previous looks have included everything from Fiona to Shrek to Jessica Rabbit, and last year’s E.T.-inspired outfit with Kaulitz had fans calling her a creative genius.
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questions to ask
What does Heidi Klum wear for Halloween 2025?
She was dressed like Medusa, with a moving snake head and a long tail.
Who designed Heidi Klum’s dress?
Her look was created by makeup artist Mike Marino, famous for The Batman and Coming 2 America.
What was Tom Kaulitz’s costume?
He was dressed like a Greek soldier who was turned to stone by the gaze of Medusa.
How long has Heidi Klum been hosting her own Halloween parties?
She’s been throwing them since 2000, celebrating 25 years in 2025.