Lady Gaga and Niecy Nash-Betts Headline Star-Studded Event
Hollywood has always embraced Halloween, and the recent celebration showcased an impressive range of creative costumes. This year, a multitude of celebrities paid tribute to iconic characters from film and music. The inventive looks included references to beloved personalities and memorable performances.
Star-Studded Celebrity Costumes for Halloween 2025
Among the standouts of Halloween 2025 were Lady Gaga and Niecy Nash-Betts, both of whom made headlines with their unique costumes.
Lady Gaga’s Garden of Eden Tribute
Lady Gaga celebrated Halloween by dressing as the Garden of Eden and its gardener. This costume was inspired by her latest track from the album Mayhem. She shared her look on Instagram, wishing her followers a happy Halloween with the message, “love, Mother Monster.”
Niecy Nash-Betts and Jessica Betts as Kendrick Lamar and Serena Williams
Niecy Nash-Betts partnered with her wife, Jessica Betts, to honor Kendrick Lamar’s performance at the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show. Nash-Betts portrayed Serena Williams, while Betts recreated Lamar’s iconic outfit. Their joint Instagram post featured them mimicking the viral dance moves from the performance.
Other Notable Costumes
- KeKe Palmer: Teaming up with her son, she transformed into Snoop Dogg and Bow Wow, replicating their looks from the “Bow Wow (That’s My Name)” music video, celebrating its 25th anniversary.
- Janelle Monáe: Known for her striking costumes, Monáe dressed as the Cat in the Hat, complete with prosthetics, sharing glimpses on her social media.
- Julia Fox: Fox faced criticism for her costume, which depicted a bloody Jackie Kennedy Onassis. She defended her choice as a statement on trauma and power.
- Mindy Kaling: Paying homage to Kate Hudson’s character from How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Kaling donned a similar outfit and received praise from Hudson herself.
- Ed Sheeran: Sheeran embraced horror by dressing as Pennywise from It, sharing chilling images from New York City.
- Paris Hilton: Hilton showcased several looks, including characters from Toy Story and Peter Pan, and referenced Britney Spears in her iconic red outfit.
- Coco Jones: Jones honored the film Dreamgirls with a tribute to its iconic poster, celebrating the film’s legacy.
- KATSEYE: The girl group humorously recreated looks from Mariah Carey’s music videos, referencing their moment at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.
This year’s Halloween in Hollywood proved to be an exciting mix of creativity and homage, as stars showcased their talents through imaginative costumes.
