Veteran Actress Madigan Shines in Chilling Horror Role as Wicked Aunt Gladys

Veteran actress Mary Madigan, 75, is experiencing a career-defining moment with her role as the eccentric and exuberant yet life-sucking and wicked Aunt Gladys in the horror film "Weapons." Madigan, who has over 80 credits in movies, TV, and stage, is garnering significant praise and awards buzz for her captivating performance as the elderly aunt who hides a dark secret.

In the film, Gladys is staying with her young nephew Alex's family when 17 local children mysteriously go missing. It's revealed that Gladys is using witchcraft to drain the children's lives in order to restore her own health and youth. Madigan's striking appearance as Gladys, with her bold red wig, smeared lipstick, and colorful wardrobe, has made the character a phenomenon, with Gladys expected to be one of the biggest Halloween costumes this year.

The actress says director Zach Cregger had a specific vision for Gladys' look, and it became a collaborative process to bring the character to life. Madigan's manipulative and evil performance, combined with Gladys' distinctive appearance, has captivated audiences and generated significant awards buzz around Madigan's work, including her first Oscar nomination in 40 years.