Memorable Celebrity Halloween Costume Fails: Katy Perry, Bethenny Frankel and Others
Check out the most cringe-worthy celebrity Halloween costumes! From Katy Perry to Prince Harry, these stars have had their fair share of costume disasters over the years Don't miss out on the hilariously bad outfits sported by Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi, Larry David, and more
Over the years, popular figures like Katy Perry, Bethenny Frankel, and Hilary Duff have experienced the downside of Halloween with their ill-fitting costumes. This demonstrates that even celebrities can make mistakes when it comes to their Halloween attire. Whether it be an offensive or eerie ensemble, it may be wiser for these famous individuals to err on the side of caution rather than aiming to be the center of attention. Perry's disastrous attempt at dressing up as a flaming hot Cheeto in 2014 serves as a regrettable illustration. The costume lacked proper form and was not easily identifiable to some observers.
Duff faced backlash in 2016 when she attended a Halloween party dressed as a pilgrim, while her then-boyfriend, Jason Walsh, wore a Native American costume with a headdress and face makeup. Fans were unhappy with their choice and Duff tweeted an apology, acknowledging that she hadn't fully considered the implications of her costume.
Bethenny Frankel drew attention in 2021 when she decided to dress up as a police officer, alongside her daughter Bryn, following the significant Black Lives Matter protests and ongoing discussions about police misconduct.
Keep scrolling to see the worst celebrity Halloween costumes:
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Worst Celebrity Halloween Costumes Through the Years: Katy Perry, Bethenny Frankel and More
Over the years, celebrities like Katy Perry, Bethenny Frankel, and Hilary Duff have experienced unfortunate mishaps with their Halloween costumes. This goes to show that even stars can make mistakes when it comes to dressing up for the occasion. Whether it's a controversial or eerie choice, sometimes it's better for celebrities to opt for a safer and more recognizable look. Perry's 2014 costume, for instance, depicted her as a flaming hot Cheeto but unfortunately, its shape and lack of immediate recognition left many unimpressed.
Duff faced backlash in 2016 when she attended a Halloween party dressed as a pilgrim while her then-boyfriend, Jason Walsh, dressed as a Native American. Their costume choices, including a headdress and face makeup, did not sit well with fans. Duff took to Twitter to apologize for offending people, acknowledging that her costume was not well-considered.
In 2021, Bethenny Frankel caused controversy by dressing up as a police officer alongside her daughter, Bryn. This came just one year after the significant Black Lives Matter protests and ongoing discussions surrounding police brutality.
Keep scrolling to see the worst celebrity Halloween costumes:
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Jason Biggs
While the American Pie alum’s 2005 version of Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz was slightly amusing, most people considered it a creepy homage to the iconic character.
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Prince Harry
The Duke of Sussex caused widespread offense in 2005 when pictures surfaced of him wearing a costume at a friend's Halloween party that featured a swastika armband. Subsequently, an apology was released by the palace on his behalf, acknowledging that he recognized the inappropriateness of his costume choice.
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Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi
The phrase "you are what you eat" took on a whole new level of meaning for the Jersey Shore alum back in 2010. Hosting a Halloween party in Las Vegas, she decided to dress up as a pickle. With a tiara adorning her head and a vibrant green cape, Polizzi proudly carried around a giant version of the savory snack on a stick. Onlookers couldn't help but be filled with bafflement and intrigue.
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Larry David
The Curb Your Enthusiasm star went as a Siamese twin to Casamigos’ Halloween party in 2013, with the help of a pal, a scarf and an oversized gray cardigan.
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Katy Perry
The town turned a shade of reddish-orange when the singer of "Swish, Swish" attended Kate Hudson's 2014 Halloween party dressed up as a Cheeto. Although the costume was undeniably one-of-a-kind, it lacked a lively silhouette, and even Perry herself didn't seem particularly enthused about donning it.
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Hugh Grant
Grant caused a stir at Unicef's Halloween Ball in London in 2015 with his choice of attire – an ill-fitting lion onesie. Almost immediately, he earned the title of the worst celebrity costume of the year, as proclaimed by various outlets and social media users. Speculation arose on whether he was channeling the Lion King or a werewolf, while critics on social media wondered why the Notting Hill actor didn't bother to make an effort to appear presentable.
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Al Roker
In 2015, the cast of Today dressed up as the beloved characters from Charles Schulz's Peanuts cartoons. However, the weatherman's interpretation of Charlie Brown was unexpectedly terrifying.
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Hilary Duff
The Younger star received criticism when she and her then-boyfriend Jason Walsh chose to dress up as a pilgrim and Native American for the Casamigos Halloween Party in 2016. This controversial costume caused offense, with some labeling it as "ignorant" and "racist." In response, she took to Twitter to express her sincerest apologies, stating, "I am SO sorry to those whom I offended with my costume. It was a thoughtless decision, and I deeply regret it."
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Emily Ratajkowski
The model didn’t try very hard in 2017, using Halloween as an opportunity to wear a purple wig and a fishnet top with tape that covered her assets.
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Luann de Lesseps
The Real Housewives of New York star donned dark makeup on her face in 2017 to channel Diana Ross for Halloween. However, when the episode aired, she faced severe backlash. The countess clarified that she had merely used bronzer and never intended to come across as wearing "blackface." During an appearance on Watch What Happens Live in April 2018, she expressed her horror at unintentionally causing any hurtful emotions and said, "I never meant to hurt anybody's feelings."
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Bethenny Frankel
In October 2021, the Bravo alum and her daughter dressed up in coordinating police officer costumes. They posed in front of a police car with their dogs, who were dressed as "criminals." Frankel faced criticism from some followers for her controversial costume choice, with one fan accusing her of being "tone deaf" in light of the ongoing issue of police brutality and Black Lives Matter protests. Another user commented, "Baby, not the police." However, there were fans who embraced the idea of Frankel being a cop, especially since her dogs were dressed in matching prisoner jumpsuits. "You two are forever the most creative," one person commented.
