Janelle Monáe marked Halloween at a house party in Los Angeles, appearing in an elaborate costume they referred to as Mother Creature, according to video obtained by TMZ.com. The footage, published November 1, 2026, shows the singer on the dance floor interacting with another costumed attendee.
In the clip, a friend dressed in costume drops to the floor and squats in front of Monáe. Holding a phone, Monáe drags faux claws near the other dancer's thighs before the friend stands and gives Monáe a tight hug, the video shows.
Monáe documented the transformation into Mother Creature on Instagram, describing a look that included extensive prosthetics, sallow skin, pointed ears, long fingernails and dirty teeth. In a video shared on the platform, the singer scurries behind trees and plants and asks followers, "Who wants to party with Mother Creature?!"
TMZ.com reported that it reached out to Monáe's representative for comment and had not received a response as of publication. The outlet published its report at 8:01 AM PST on November 1, 2026.
The Halloween appearance adds to Monáe's public profile as a performer known for theatrical presentation. The costume's detailed prosthetics and character concept drew attention online, with the Instagram post offering followers a closer look at the look Monáe created for the holiday.
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