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Ben Stiller Revives Iconic 'Zoolander' Character at LA Screening
18 Aug
Summary
- Ben Stiller appeared as his 'Zoolander' character at a screening
- Stiller spoke in Zoolander's accent and struck his famous 'Blue Steel' pose
- Stiller previously expressed concerns about the poor reception of 'Zoolander 2'
In a nostalgic move, actor Ben Stiller recently revived his beloved 'Zoolander' character at a special screening in Los Angeles. On August 16, 2025, Stiller, 59, took the stage at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery to introduce the 2001 comedy classic to fans.
Staying true to his character, Stiller spoke in Zoolander's distinctive accent and struck the model's iconic 'Blue Steel' pose, much to the delight of the audience. The actor-writer-director did not dress up as Zoolander, the high-end male model, but his performance was a clear nod to the beloved comedy.
Stiller's appearance comes just a few months after he expressed concerns about the reception of the 'Zoolander' sequel, which he felt was "misunderstood" by critics. In a December 2024 interview, the actor admitted that the negative response to the 2016 film "really freaked me out" and affected him for a long time.
Despite the mixed reviews, Stiller's enduring popularity as Zoolander was evident in the enthusiastic response from the audience at the special screening. The actor's surprise appearance and his continued connection to the character have left fans eager to see what the future holds for the iconic male model.
