A Dublin museum has promised to 'do better' and vowed to create a more accurate waxwork ofSinéad O'Connor - after their sculpture, which was unveiled todayto commemorate the one year anniversary of her death - was slammed by fans,with many comparing the model of the iconic singer to a Thunderbird.
'In response to the public's feedback regarding the wax figure, we acknowledge that the current representation did not meet our high standards or the expectations of Sinéad's devoted fans,' a spokesperson for theNational Wax Museum in Dublin said.
'We have listened closely to the reactions and agree that the figure does not fully capture Sinéad's unique presence and essence as we intended.'
They added that her impact on Ireland and the global music community 'is immeasurable', and their goal 'has always been to honour her in the most fitting and respectful manner'.
'With this in mind, we are committed to creating a new wax figure that better reflects Sinéad O'Connor's true spirit and iconic image,' they revealed.
A Dublin museum has promised to 'do better' and vowed to create a more accurate waxwork of Sinéad O'Connor - after their sculpture, which was unveiled today to commemorate the one year anniversary of her death - was slammed by fans, with many comparing the model of the iconic singer to a Thunderbird
'Our team of skilled artists will begin this project immediately, ensuring that every detail is meticulously crafted to celebrate her legacy appropriately.
'We extend our gratitude to everyone who provided their feedback and assure you that your voices are heard. We look forward to unveiling a new figure that truly honours Sinéad O'Connor and her extraordinary impact.
The legendary musician, who died on July 26, 2023, aged 56, was presented in a waxwork earlier today - but unimpressed visitors have taken to social media to hit out at the sculpture, stating that it looks like 'they just found an old mannequin in a skip and said, yep that will do'.
Even more bizarrely, the work was placed next to Liam Neeson in character asQui-Gon Jinn and Darth Vader - both in Star Wars regalia.
As reported by RTE, the museum initially promised that the statue was 'meticulously crafted by skilled artist PJ Heraghty' and 'captures her essence and spirit, celebrating her legacy and influence'.
Director Paddy Dunning also told the outlet he knewSinéad personally, after meeting her when she was 17 and he was 18, at Temple Lane Studios.
'We'd been great friends and close since that first meeting,' he added.
On social media, fans 'couldn't get over how much theSinéad O'Connor waxwork reminded them of Hood from Thunderbirds'.
Even more bizarrely, the work was placed next to Liam Neeson in character as Qui-Gon Jinn and Darth Vader - both in Star Wars regalia
A video shared by TheJournal.ie depicts the moment Sinéad's waxwork is unveiled at the museum, as her iconic hit Nothing Compares 2U plays in the background
Another called it 'scary looking', while a third said it was 'absolutely horrendous'.
'Specsavers appointment for whoever did this!' they penned. 'Shocking!!!'
Elsewhere, someone quipped that the waxwork could 'also be used for Mike Dean'.
'The idea of aSinéad O'Connor waxwork/tribute, icon that she is, is wonderful,' one wrote. 'The execution of that idea... I'll leave that up to others to properly articulate.'
Another remarked: 'I've never been to the wax museum, or any wax museum as they're all a bit weird, but tempted to go now to see people trying to work out why WaxSinéad O'Connor has become part of the Star Wars universe.'
They added that her impact on Ireland and the global music community 'is immeasurable', and their goal 'has always been to honour her in the most fitting and respectful manner'
Commenters were baffled on everything from why Sinéad is placed next to a Jedi to questions about how close the likeness of her statue is to the real deal
It was also slammed as an 'insult to Sinéad O'Connor's memory' by outraged people online.
A video shared by TheJournal.ie depicts the moment Sinéad's waxwork is unveiled at the museum, as her iconic hit Nothing Compares 2U plays in the background.
However, the comments are baffled on everything from whySinéad is placed next to a Jedi to questions about how close the likeness of her statue is to the real deal.
MailOnline has reached out to theNational Wax Museum in Dublin for comment.
The starwas found 'unresponsive' after police were called to herflat in Herne Hill, south-east London,in July last year - 18 months after her beloved 17-year old son Shane took his own life.
Detectives did not not treat the star's sudden death as suspicious and earlier this year officials said she had died of natural causes.
A wax sculpture of Sinéad O'Connor has been unveiled at the National Wax Museum in Dublin today pic.twitter.com/SP2EtkMWm4
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The star was found 'unresponsive' after police were called to her flat in Herne Hill, south-east London, in July last year - 18 months after her beloved 17-year old son Shane took his own life. Pictured in 2020
Sinéad - who was also known as Shuhada Sadaqat - was buried as a Muslim in a Catholic cemetery following her funeral on August 8. Pictured in 1992
The star described becoming a Muslim as a 're-version rather than conversion' after she finally turned her back on the Catholic church following years of attacking it which saw her rip up a picture of the Pope on TV. Pictured as a young woman
In her last post to X, Sinéad posted a photo of Shane and said: 'Been living as undead night creature since. He was the love of my life, the lamp of my soul.
'We were one soul in two halves. He was the only person who ever loved me unconditionally. I am lost in the bardo without him.'
Sinéad - who was also known asShuhada Sadaqat -was buried as a Muslim in a Catholic cemetery following her funeral on August 8.
After nearly 5,000 people had lined the route to pay their respects to the late Irish singer, her family, Bob Geldof and an Islamic cleric were among the few invited as her body was lowered to the ground at Deansgrange Cemetery in Bray, Co Wicklow.
Traditionally, people in Muslim burials are laid on their right hand side. Sinead's head may also be facing Qibla - the direction towards the Sacred Mosque in Mecca - as is Islamic custom after she chose Islam over Catholicism.
The star described becoming a Muslim as a 're-version rather than conversion' after she finally turned her back on the Catholic church following years of attacking it which saw her rip up a picture of the Pope on TV.
Her final resting place was marked with blooms removed from the top of her casket and those thrown onto her hearse by well-wishers. A brass plaque on a wooden plinth read: 'Sinead O'Connor. Born 8th December 1966. Died 26th July 2023.'
