Get ready for a Hollywood Halloween extravaganza as Ariana Grande and Elizabeth Gillies have recreated the iconic characters Nomi Malone and Cristal Connors from the steamy 1995 thriller, Showgirls. In a show-stopping Halloween reveal on Instagram, the two 30-year-old stars left fans speechless as they stepped into the glitzy world of the controversial NC-17 rated film.

Ariana Grande, the sensational singer with two Grammy awards under her belt, took on the role of Nomi Malone, and it’s safe to say she absolutely nailed it. Dressed in a pale pink robe over a sheer nude leotard, Grande looked almost indistinguishable from Elizabeth Berkley, who originally portrayed the Las Vegas transplant turned showgirl. Complete with gold glitter in her high ponytail, dramatic white eyeliner, dazzling gems around her eyes, and dangly pearl earrings, Ariana embodied the essence of the iconic character.

But it doesn’t stop there. Grande’s former Victorious co-star and close friend, Elizabeth Gillies, flawlessly brought Cristal Connors (originally portrayed by Gina Gershon) to life. With beautiful brunette locks styled in a wavy updo, she exuded the confidence and allure of the character. In a cheeky Instagram post, Gillies even humorously captioned it with one of her character’s famous lines, ‘You are a wh**e, darlin’.’ The playful spirit of the recreation is evident throughout.

The dynamic duo didn’t stop at photos; they also shared multiple videos in which they recreated memorable scenes from the film. In one, Grande’s character insists she is not a ‘wh**e,’ to which Gillies responds with, ‘You and me, we are exactly alike.’ The humorous banter and iconic moments from the film were brought back to life, with the added touch of Grande throwing champagne in Gillies’ face.
The fun didn’t end with the polished scenes; Ariana made sure to share bloopers where they broke character, struggled to keep a straight face, and laughed together, creating an intimate and entertaining experience for their fans.

Ariana Grande and Elizabeth Gillies’ friendship dates back to their Broadway days when they worked together on the musical “13” in 2008. The bond continued to flourish as they both landed roles in the beloved TV series “Victorious,” with Gillies portraying Jade West and Grande playing Cat Valentine. Their journey together in “Victorious” spanned all four seasons, which aired from 2010 to 2013.

The connection between the two stars extends beyond the screen. They collaborated on Grande’s EP “Christmas Kisses” in 2013, where they performed a delightful duet of the holiday classic, “Santa Baby.” Gillies even made a cameo in Grande’s “Thank U, Next” music video. Their friendship was showcased further when Gillies joined Grande on stage during one of her concerts in 2019, where they performed a track from “Victorious.”

As the icing on the cake, earlier this year, Ariana Grande penned a heartfelt birthday tribute to Elizabeth Gillies, describing her as ‘the most beautiful, brilliant, talented, funniest person’ she’s ever met. Their enduring friendship remains an inspiration to fans and leaves us eagerly anticipating their next adventures.

In a world of showbiz glam, iconic transformations, and lifelong friendships, Ariana Grande and Elizabeth Gillies have shown us that the magic of Hollywood is not limited to the big screen. Their Halloween recreation of Showgirls was a dazzling tribute to the cult classic, and a reminder of the enduring bonds forged in the entertainment industry.