If 2024 has taught us anything, it’s the enduring charm of celebrity look-alike contests. These events, blending fun and fandom, have taken over parks, event spaces, and even iconic venues, drawing massive crowds and plenty of media attention.
From Glen Powell hosting an event in his hometown to Gordon Ramsay awarding a custom frying pan, these contests offer more than just quirky fun—they provide fans with an opportunity to engage directly with their idols, or at least their best impersonators.
Glen Powell Look-Alike Contest
On November 24, fans gathered at Auditorium Shores Park in Austin, Texas, for a Glen Powell look-alike contest. Hundreds of attendees cheered as Powell’s mother, Cyndy, and aunt Kathleen judged the competition. The winner, Max Braunstein, donned a Top Gun flight suit, securing bragging rights and a cowboy hat.
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Gordon Ramsay 2.0 Contest in Las Vegas
Culinary fans flocked to Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen at Caesars Palace for the Gordon Ramsay 2.0 contest on November 23. Ramsay himself surprised the crowd to crown Keith White as the winner, handing him a signed HexClad frying pan along with a premium cookware bundle.
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Timothée Chalamet Chaos in NYC
In October, a Timothée Chalamet look-alike contest in Washington Square Park spiraled into chaos as thousands gathered, prompting police intervention. The surprise appearance of Chalamet himself only added to the frenzy.
“It was the craziest environment I’ve been in,” said winner Miles Mitchell, dressed as Wonka, in an interview with Yahoo Entertainment.
read more about the NYC event.
Tom Holland in Boston
Boston’s Common Park hosted a Tom Holland look-alike contest on November 24. Nick Anderson, who captured Holland’s energy with his dance moves and Spider-Man lines, took home $50 and a bag of British candy. While Holland was not present, fans enjoyed recreating iconic moments from his movies.
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Honoring Heath Ledger in Sydney
Sydney’s tribute to Heath Ledger on November 23 was both heartwarming and nostalgic. Contestants performed Ledger’s famous scenes, with Jude Bailey taking the top prize. Organizers Josh Khoury and Luca Trovato said the event was a celebration of the late actor’s legacy.
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The Rise of a Fun Trend
These contests, ranging from Dev Patel in San Francisco to Harry Styles in London, are creating waves across the globe. While some events, like the Jacob Elordi contest, struggled to draw participants, the trend shows no signs of slowing down.
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