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FAME AND FACADE ROLES

(Celebrities, Influencers, Pop Stars, Divas, Washed-Up Icons, Reality Royalty, and Their Entourages)

This category is all about image. The Fame & Facades crowd knows how to sparkle under pressure—even if that pressure includes paparazzi, scandals, or murder. Whether you're playing a rising star, a tabloid trainwreck, or a megastar in a suspiciously quiet comeback era, this costume lets you serve drama, delusion, and designer looks.

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EXAMPLE LOOKS OF FAME AND FACADE COSTUMES.

TYPES OF MURDER MYSTERY PARTY CHARACTERS

Who Falls into the Fame & Facades Category?

  • Pop Star – Always “on,” dripping with glitter, and suspiciously calm under scandal.

  • Award-Winning Actor – Serious method vibes. Possibly took a murder role a little too seriously.

  • Reality TV Celebrity – Loud, chaotic, and filming everything "for the brand."

  • Faded 90s Icon – Still wears sunglasses inside. Might think they’re still famous. Might be right.

  • Social Media Influencer – Lip gloss, fake followers, real ambition.

  • Celebrity Chef – Fancy apron with a sharper tongue than a knife.

  • Fashion Model – Stilettos and shade. 

  • Comedian or Talk Show Host – Never stops joking. Even when someone drops dead.

  • Teen Idol Turned Disaster – The smile says, “I'm fine.” The sunglasses say otherwise.

  • Red Carpet Correspondent – Obsessed with drama. Conveniently always near the body.

Classic Aesthetic

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THE COSTUME: Closet Staples You Might Already Have

For the Diva / Pop Star Look:

  • Sequin dress, rhinestone bodysuit, or flashy two-piece set

  • Faux fur, feather boa, or oversized sunglasses

  • Heeled boots or sparkly heels

  • Dramatic cape, shawl, or stage coat (bonus if it swishes)

For the Washed-Up Icon / Actor Look:

  • Silk robe over a wrinkled designer shirt

  • Loafers with no socks, and big statement sunglasses (worn at night)

  • Vintage band tee with leather pants or faded jeans

  • “Comeback energy” you clearly invented this morning

For the Influencer / Model:

  • Matching workout set, crop top, or trendy jumpsuit

  • Chunky sunglasses, selfie stick, or ring light on a phone

  • Platform sneakers or impractical heels

  • Optional tiny designer purse that holds absolutely nothing

For the Red Carpet or Interview Host:

  • Bold-colored suit or flashy blazer

  • Wireless mic or fake cue cards

  • All-white teeth (real or… suspicious)

  • Constantly checking for camera angles, even without a camera

 
HAIR & MAKEUP:
  • Hair: Big, bold, or intentionally messy. Think red carpet waves, a power ponytail, frosted tips, or a messy bun with “I’m too famous to care” energy.

  • Makeup:

    • Pop stars: glitter, highlighter, dramatic lashes.

    • Washed-up celebs: smeared eyeliner and regret.

    • Influencers: perfect contour and unnaturally smooth skin.

    • Hosts/reporters: matte, polished, “TV-ready.”
      Optional: a visible makeup smudge or lipstick on your teeth for comic relief.

 
ACCESSORIES: 
  • Sunglasses (worn indoors = instant fame)

  • A trophy, award, or fake Emmy/Oscar

  • VIP lanyard or badge that says “TALENT”

  • Phone glued to hand, constantly livestreaming

  • A tiny dog in a purse, or at least a purse that looks like a tiny dog

  • A printed tabloid headline like “Starlet Snaps Again!”

  • Autograph pen and headshots

  • A ridiculous rider (“NO GREEN M&Ms”) that you hand to the host

  • Bodyguard prop (inflatable/stuffed/printed and placed on cardboard) trailing behind you with a water bottle and sunglasses

CHARACTER & ROLEPLAYING TIPS
Voice & Speech
  • Confident, dramatic, and occasionally fake humble. Speak like there’s always a camera on. Use phrases like:

  • “I’m not here to make friends, I’m here to win.”

  • “Is this angle good for lighting?”

  • “I wasn’t in the room when it happened, but if I was… I would’ve nailed the scene.”

  • “This murder is so off-brand.”

  • “I don’t do death scenes anymore—not since Cannes.”

Behavioral Quirks
  • Pose dramatically even in tense moments

  • Constantly reapply lipstick or fix your hair

  • Pretend to get phone calls—“What? Vogue again? Ugh.”

  • Autograph weird things (napkins, murder weapons, suspects)

  • Refer to people by what they were in, like “Hey, weren’t you that guy from Toaster Crimes?”

 Bonus Touches
  • Refuse to sit in bad lighting

  • Introduce yourself with your follower count

  • Leave a signed headshot at the murder scene

  • Drop scandalous lines like,
    “I had dinner with the victim once… they sent back the caviar. Coincidence?”

  • Blame the murder on a publicity stunt gone wrong

  • Fake-cry under a ring light, then ask, “Did you get that?”

Tips, Tricks and Quirks for Rich & Famous Character Roles: 

🎤 Pop Star

Vibe: Sparkly chaos barely holding it together — and loving it.
Costume Tips:

  • Sequined or metallic outfit, statement sunglasses, glitter everywhere.

  • Microphone prop or headset, faux fur, or rhinestone boots.

  • Optional: fake “security” assistant trailing them with a fan.
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Speak like you’re in an interview even when no one’s asking questions.

  • Overuse phrases like “my fans would never believe this.”

  • Flirt with the idea of scandal — then claim it’s “for artistic inspiration.”

  • Whenever someone accuses you, just hum dramatically.

🎭 Award-Winning Actor

Vibe: Self-serious thespian who probably “became” their last role.
Costume Tips:

  • Dress in black turtleneck, scarf, and dramatic shades.

  • Carry a faux Oscar or trophy.

  • Keep a script or journal full of “character notes.”
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Quote Shakespeare at random and sigh deeply.

  • Say “I’m still in character” to excuse any strange behavior.

  • Talk about your “process” — especially if it sounds unhinged.

  • When questioned, break into an emotional monologue.

📸 Reality TV Celebrity

Vibe: Loud, messy, dramatic, and allergic to silence.
Costume Tips:

  • Flashy, over-accessorized outfit — leopard print, sequins, or matching tracksuit.

  • Oversized sunglasses, bling, and a fake camera crew (friends with phones).
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Shout your catchphrase whenever someone enters the room.

  • Confide in random people like it’s a confessional camera.

  • Overreact to everything. (“You’re accusing me of murder? OMG, that’s iconic!”)

  • Start fake fights just to “boost ratings.”

😎 Faded 90s Icon

Vibe: Reliving the glory days one awkward reference at a time.
Costume Tips:

  • 90s windbreaker, choker, or distressed denim.

  • Sunglasses indoors (non-negotiable).

  • Carry an old CD or outdated merch of yourself.
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Drop nostalgic references constantly (“Back in ’97, I was huge in Belgium.”)

  • Complain about “the algorithm.”

  • Assume everyone recognizes you — and act deeply hurt if they don’t.

  • Casually mention “my comeback tour” that never seems to happen.

💄 Social Media Influencer

Vibe: Relentlessly positive, shamelessly self-promotional.
Costume Tips:

  • Trendy outfit, ring light, selfie stick, and phone glued to hand.

  • Branded hat or tote with your fake handle, e.g. @TheRealMysteryQueen.
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Begin sentences with “Hey guys, welcome back to my channel!”

  • Post (pretend) “spon-con” mid-investigation (“This clue is brought to you by sparkle water!”).

  • Pose dramatically during tense moments.

  • Cry on cue, but only from your “good side.”

👨‍🍳 Celebrity Chef

Vibe: Sassy, passionate, and perpetually unimpressed.
Costume Tips:

  • Apron with witty slogan (“Trust me, I’m a chef”), chef hat or bandana.

  • Carry a wooden spoon or fake knife.
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Critique the “menu” at the party as if it’s a Michelin review.

  • Sprinkle salt dramatically mid-sentence.

  • Snap at people who “can’t handle the heat.”

  • Call everyone “darling” right before roasting them verbally.

👗 Fashion Model

Vibe: Stunning, mysterious, and allergic to humility.
Costume Tips:

  • Chic all-black ensemble, sunglasses, and statement jewelry.

  • Heels, long coat, or avant-garde accessories.
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Walk everywhere like it’s a runway.

  • Speak in short, cryptic sentences. (“Beauty is pain. Murder… is messy.”)

  • Strike poses when people argue.

  • Complain about the lighting at all times.

🎙️ Comedian / Talk Show Host

Vibe: Always “on,” even when it’s wildly inappropriate.
Costume Tips:

  • Bright suit or blazer, microphone prop, coffee mug with your “show logo.”

  • Optional cue cards or fake audience applause sign.
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Crack jokes in tense moments, even bad ones.

  • Say “Too soon?” at least once.

  • Interrupt people with fake commercial breaks.

  • End dramatic moments with “Thank you, I’ll be here all week!”

🎧 Teen Idol Turned Disaster

Vibe: Sweetly unhinged — fallen from grace but still performing.
Costume Tips:

  • Sparkly jacket, ripped jeans, old band merch, or overdone makeup.

  • Carry a stuffed animal, retro Walkman, or broken award.
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Speak like you’re always giving a tell-all interview.

  • Cry when no one’s looking.

  • Say things like “fame changes people… mostly me.”

  • Break into random song snippets mid-conversation.

🎥 Red Carpet Correspondent

Vibe: Gossip with a smile — the drama is your oxygen.
Costume Tips:

  • Glamorous evening wear, press badge, microphone prop.

  • Clipboard or notepad for “breaking news.”
    Quirks & Tips:

  • Narrate everything happening like a live segment.

  • Pretend to “cut to commercial” when things get awkward.

  • Ask everyone the same loaded question: “Who are you wearing — and who are you blaming?”

  • Always, always show up right after the chaos.

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