Heidi Klum is keeping fans guessing with a series of cryptic teasers for this year's Halloween costume. The supermodel and Project Runway host, long dubbed the Queen of Halloween, took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a video of prosthetics that appeared to resemble fungus.
She captioned the clip: "Have u figured it out yet? Only time will tell. 3 more days..." Fans have flooded her comments with guesses, including Monstro Elisasue from "The Substance," a Clicker from "The Last of Us," Vecna from "Stranger Things," and a monster from "Resident Evil."
Earlier hints showed prosthetics resembling human organs, prompting guesses like "internal organs?" and "looks like the inside of a stomach." Klum's longtime collaborator, special effects makeup artist Mike Marino, told NBC's "Hollywood RealTime" that this year's look is "one of the most elaborate costumes ever made."
"It's so difficult to do, and just the complication of it is really challenging," he added. Klum previously told Parade that the costume will be "bloody." The full reveal will come at her star-studded Halloween party on October 31 in New York City, her 25th annual bash.
Klum has a long history of high-concept transformations, including E.T., a gigantic peacock, a slinky worm, a skin-baring zombie creature, Fiona from Shrek, and last year, Medusa, complete with a scaled body and a head of snakes. The anticipation surrounding her annual reveal has become a staple of pop culture.
Each year, the model invests months of planning into her transformation, often spending over 10 hours in the makeup chair to achieve the final look. This year marks a significant milestone as she celebrates her 25th anniversary of hosting the event.
Industry experts suggest that the complexity of the prosthetics indicates a move toward more organic, biological horror themes. As the countdown continues, social media platforms remain abuzz with theories.
Whether it is a cinematic character or an original creation, the reveal is expected to dominate entertainment headlines globally. Klum's commitment to the craft of special effects has set a high bar for celebrity Halloween celebrations.
Her ability to completely disappear into a character remains unmatched in the industry. Fans are eagerly awaiting the final unveiling on October 31, which will be broadcast and shared across her social media channels, marking another chapter in her legendary Halloween legacy.