Ariana Grande and Elizabeth Gillies turned heads this Halloween with their spot-on portrayal of iconic characters from the movie “Showgirls.” The stunning tribute didn’t go unnoticed, and one notable admirer was none other than the original lead star of the 1995 erotic thriller, Elizabeth Berkley.
Taking to Instagram, the 44-year-old actress couldn’t contain her excitement as she gushed over Ariana Grande’s meticulous “attention to detail” in recreating some of the film’s most memorable scenes.
In her heartfelt message, Berkley wrote, “This past week, the magical @arianagrande recreated my #Nomi for #halloween with all the love and attention to detail that only an artist with her heart and creative genius could do.”
She continued to express her admiration, saying, “I adore you, @arianagrande, and love how you and @lizgillz had fun with #nomiandcrystal in a way that only you two could.”
In response to the warm words from the “Showgirls” legend, Ariana Grande took to Instagram to express her gratitude. She wrote, “You are simply the most gorgeous ever! We love you so much and had so much fun paying homage to you both. Thank you for changing us forever with your brilliant and iconic Nomi.”
The Halloween homage not only delighted fans but also showcased the deep respect and appreciation that artists like Ariana Grande and Elizabeth Gillies have for the iconic figures who came before them. It’s a reminder of the lasting impact of classic films and the inspiration they continue to provide to new generations of entertainers.
