A wax figure of President Biden is also in the works. At attractions with wax figures, bad news coverage might lead to a figure’s being placed in a less-than-optimal position or its removal. When Matt Lauer, the former “Today” show anchor, was accused of sexual harassment in 2017, his likeness was removed from Madame Tussauds in New York City. By contrast, an actor’s recent Oscar win might warrant a wax figure’s being moved to a more visible spot. It takes more than 20 artists more than 800 hours to complete a wax figure, Madame Tussauds said.

Source: New York Times March 20, 2021 13:04 UTC