Dublin, Ireland – A waxwork of the late Irish singer-songwriter Sinead O’Connor was unveiled at the National Wax Museum, but fans are expressing disappointment with the figure’s lack of resemblance to the iconic artist.
Sinead O’Connor, known for her haunting rendition of Prince’s “Nothing Compares 2 U,” tragically passed away at the age of 56 on July 26 last year. Her untimely death reverberated through the music industry, leaving fans and fellow artists mourning the loss of her distinctive talent.
The wax figure, intended for display at Dublin’s National Wax Museum, was created as a tribute to Sinead’s contribution to music. However, fans were quick to criticize the work, describing it as “horrific” and claiming it bore little resemblance to the singer.
Paddy Dunning, the museum’s owner and a friend of O’Connor, delivered an emotional speech during the unveiling. He emphasized that the waxwork aimed to capture Sinead as a serious artist during the period of “Nothing Compares 2 U,” an emotional video that touched hearts worldwide.
Despite Dunning’s praise for the waxwork’s head, eyebrows, lips, and hands, social media erupted with dissenting opinions. Fans expressed disappointment, with one user comparing the figure to a “shop window mannequin.” Another lamented that it failed to capture Sinead’s unique beauty.
The waxwork’s placement next to Star Wars characters further puzzled fans, who questioned the decision to juxtapose the iconic singer with sci-fi figures.
As the controversy continues, the waxwork serves as a reminder of Sinead O’Connor’s enduring impact on music, even if its likeness falls short of her unforgettable presence.
