Whats the difference between a celebrity lookalike and a celebrity impersonator?
A celebrity lookalike, by a fluke of genetics, happens to look like someone famous. It’s very rare they also have the same talents and abilities as the actual celeb so don’t expect the Tiger Woods lookalike to be able to kick butt at golf or the Ricky Martin lookalike to actually sing. A celebrity impersonator (or tribute artist) is a talented singer, dancer and/or actor who, through makeup, wigs, costume and of course voice and body language will effect the look and sound of the celeb and recreate his/her act. It’s very rare indeed that you find a genetic lookalike who can also perform like the original (although there are couple — my LA “Bono” and PA “Reba McIntyre” come to mind.) For entertainment purposes, you’re usually better with an impersonator.
