There may not be any wookies there but Princess Leia will be reunited with Star Wars: The Force Awakens director JJ Abrams at awards set up to recognise the contributions of the Irish in film and TV.

Victoria and David Beckham have had a makeover – with their wax figures given a complete revamp for the first time in a decade.

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Niall Horan has had his braces removed.

One Direction star Niall Horan has helped to put the finishing touches to his own waxwork face as the band’s hotly anticipated lifelike figures near completion in Madame Tussauds.

One Direction's waxworks are set to embark on a world tour.

Cheryl Cole is set to meet her boyfriend's mother.

Susan Boyle has been immortalised in wax by Madame Tussauds.

Tributes are pouring in for Elizabeth Taylor this morning, who passed away in Los Angeles yesterday at the age of 79.

Teen heartthrob Justin Bieber is sized up for a new starring role – as a Madame Tussauds waxwork.

KATE MIDDLETON might finally become a member of the Royal Family next April, but she will have to wait a few months longer to join them in Madame Tussauds.

Lady Gaga has become a dial icon - as her new waxwork wears her famous telephone hat.

The 'Rocket' hitmakers Goldfrapp feel they have an "endless world of opportunity" in front of them since their contract ran out this August after five albums.

'X Factor' star Cheryl Cole came face to face with her waxwork at Madame Tussauds today and joked that she wanted it kept “away from Simon”.

Russell Brand turned up at the European premiere of his new film, 'Despicable Me' - only to duck out before the film even started.

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Hirsute comic Russell Brand has clearly found a use for wax - after being immortalised by Madame Tussauds.

Staff at Madame Tussauds got an eyeful of Russell Brand when they measured up the star for a waxwork that will go on show next month.

He has melted a few hearts in his time but now movie hunk Robert Pattinson could be the one in danger of melting – after being immortalised in wax.

IRA terrorists behind a two-year bombing campaign in the 1970s compiled lists of hundreds of possible targets, including British MPs, soldiers and Buckingham Palace, newly released files revealed today.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt want their daughter Shiloh to be an actress.

A new waxwork of Britney Spears was unveiled today, complete with a megawatt smile and clutching an award.

Lewis Hamilton believes retaining his Formula One world title will be a tall order next season.

A waxwork of Amy Winehouse has been unveiled by her parents at Madame Tussauds in central London.

The entertainment group which runs the London Eye, Alton Towers and Madame Tussauds added the London Aquarium to its portfolio today.

Victoria and David Beckham have had a “rejuvenating” top-to-toe makeover - courtesy of Madame Tussauds.

The property assets of some of the UK’s most famous tourist attractions including Alton Towers and London waxworks Madame Tussauds were sold today by their private equity owner for £622m.

Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe became the youngest ever star to be immortalised in wax at Madame Tussauds on Monday.

The storm over the power of private equity funds is set to reignite with the news of a possible takeover of high street chain Boots.

David and Victoria Beckham received an early welcome to the United States when their wax doubles went on display, draped with the stars and stripes.

Dubai International Capital’s interest in a takeover at Liverpool can be attributed to the oil-rich emirate’s need to diversify in business, according to a football finance expert.

Brad Pitt has forced bosses at Madame Tussauds waxwork museum to pull the plug on a publicity stunt involving himself, girlfriend Angelina Jolie and a Las Vegas wedding.

X Factor winner Shayne Ward came face to face with his waxwork at Madame Tussauds today – and declared: “My mum’s going to love it. She’ll probably want to take it home with her.”

Jordan and Peter Andre plan to renew their wedding vows at Walt Disney World.

Victoria Beckham and Ant and Dec have been given the pantomime treatment by Madame Tussauds.

An English engineering firm dating back more than 200 years was snapped up for £700m (€1.03bn) today by the Dubai-based owner of Madame Tussauds.

Four Beatles busts have fetched nearly £100,000 (€146,000) at auction.

A waxwork of Prince William is to go on show at Madame Tussauds. Organisers at the tourist attraction in London are predicting its first model of the 23-year-old royal will take over from pop star Robbie Williams in the women’s affection stakes.

Elton John wowed the crowds at Madame Tussauds looking good enough to eat... literally.

Madame Tussauds and a host of major theme parks were sold today in a £800m (€1.1bn) deal with an investment firm controlled by the government of Dubai.

Financial Times-to-Penguin publisher Pearson was today said to be on the hunt for a new chairman after Lord Stevenson decided to step down from the role after eight years.

Society caterer Rhubarb Food Design, which is providing culinary delights for the Beckham family christening party, is no stranger to feeding the rich and famous.

A waxwork of Brad Pitt at Madame Tussauds in Amsterdam will be the museum's first topless attraction.

Booty-shaking Beyonce was unveiled as the latest waxwork at Madame Tussauds today.