When news broke that Catherine Zeta-Jones would be playing Morticia Addams, fans went wild. And now, years later, she’s proving why she was the perfect choice for the gothic matriarch.
On May 25, Zeta-Jones shared a throwback photo that has fans buzzing. In the photo, she rocks a gothic look, reminiscent of her recent role in the popular Netflix show Wednesday. Zeta-Jones captioned the photo, “Morticia Addams in her twenties! I guess I was just waiting for that box to open 😂🖤.”
In the black and white throwback photo, Zeta-Jones looks enchanting in an all-black leather outfit. It’s clear that she was born to play Morticia, as she effortlessly embodies the character.
For those who aren’t familiar, Zeta-Jones portrays Morticia Addams in the Netflix series Wednesday. The show follows the adventures and mysteries of Wednesday Addams, played by Jenna Ortega. Zeta-Jones’ character is the loving mother of the Addams family, deeply in love with her husband Gomez, and has a fondness for all things dark.
In a previous interview with Netflix, Zeta-Jones expressed her lifelong admiration for the iconic Addams family. As a child, she always thought it would be cool to be part of the Addams clan. Their unique and eccentric nature fascinated her, and she admired their happiness in embracing their craziness.
With this throwback photo, Zeta-Jones’ love for darkness, and her genuine adoration for the Addams Family, it’s clear that she was the perfect fit for the TV role.
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