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Fierce Brooklyn attitude? Check. Sexy floral jumpsuit? Check. Scene-stealing presence? Sooo check!
NFL WAG Kristin Juszczyk hit yet another fashion homerun this Halloween season, dressing up as the iconic Mona Lisa Vito from the classic comedy “My Cousin Vinny” — and absolutely nailing the bold floral jumpsuit look that Marisa Tomei made oh so memorable on screen.
The Massapequa resident – who took the fashion world by storm during the NFL playoffs last year when Taylor Swift wore a custom-fitted Travis Kelce jacket designed and crafted by Juszczyk to a Kansas City Chiefs home game — performed the classic “my biological clock is ticking scene” to perfection.
Lending a helping hand was her hubby, San Francisco 49ers fullback and part-time Long Islander Kyle Juszczyk, who suited up as Joe Pesci’s character in the 1992 movie, Brooklyn attorney Vincent LaGuardia Gambini.
Kristin Juszczyk shared photos on Instagram of the couple and friends, all dressed up as “My Cousin Vinny” characters. Kyle Juszczyk provided a supporting role in the “biological clock” scene by lip-syncing Gambini’s response to Vito’s energetic rant: “Lisa, I don’t need this. I swear to God I don’t need this right now.”
The Massapequa woman’s portrayal of Vito in the form-fitting, slinky jumpsuit has many fans hoping she stars in a “My Cousin Vinny” redux.
“You won Halloween 2024! Congrats! 🤝🎃,” commented Lisa McCaffrey, mother of San Francisco All-Pro running back and Fantasy Football giant Christian McCaffery.
See for yourself
You can compare Kristin Juszczyk’s portrayal of Vito below to Tomei’s original version.
The legend of Mona Lisa Vito
Tomei’s portrayal was so captivating that it won her the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, helping cement the character as a film history legend.
Vito, a Brooklyn native with a strong accent and an even stronger personality, played a crucial role in the film’s success. The character carried a unique blend of street smarts, comedic timing and unforgettable style.
Vito is particularly remembered for her deep knowledge of auto mechanics; it was a surprising skill that becomes pivotal in solving the criminal case at the heart of the movie. Tomei’s delivery of technical car details with perfect comedic timing helped her steal the show, culminating in a scene now considered one of the most memorable in courtroom comedy.
Top photos: Inset (YouTube) and feature photo (Instagram).
