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The Best Celebrity Halloween Costumes Of All Time

When it comes to dressing up as their favorite entertainers and TV and movie characters, these celebrity Halloween costumes absolutely nailed it.
By Essence · Updated October 28, 2021
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Halloween is just a few days away, and if you haven’t already decided what you’re going to be this year we get it. The stakes are high—especially when you consider the competition.

There are people who simply dress up for Halloween and there are others who go all out to completely embody the likeness of their favorite entertainer or TV and movie character. And by now, we’re sure you know celebrities are no different.

As we get ready for Halloween 2021, we’re looking back at the best celebrity Halloween costumes of all time. From Lupita Nyong’o as Dionne from Clueless to Beyoncé as Toni Braxton and Ciara and Russell Wilson recreating Bey and Jay at The Louvre, there’s no shortage of looks to choose from. Check out our picks in the video above.

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