Emily
Since red carpets are highly visible spaces, it’s quite uncommon for celebrities to openly snub each other at these events. Usually, they strive to maintain professional conduct and address any tensions behind the scenes to avoid negative press.
However, the situations listed below are clear exceptions. These celebrities have publicly declined hugs, handshakes, or simple interactions, leading to viral memes and reactions from social media users.
Here are 11 examples of tense and awkward celeb interactions that left pop culture enthusiasts shocked.
#1 Amy Schumer’s Dramatic Fall at the 2015 Time 100 Gala
At the 2015 Time 100 Gala, Amy Schumer threw herself onto the ground in front of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, who walked right by her. Schumer thought faking an accidental fall would get their attention, but the couple didn’t even glance her way. Reflecting on the incident, Schumer said, “I saw Kim and Kanye standing there, just owning it, just being short and important. And I think falling is the funniest thing, so I took a dive in front of them. He did not crack a smile at any point. There’s no way that either of them had any idea who I am. So that was comforting.”
#2 Sofía Vergara’s Cool Dismissal of Ex-Fiancé at the 2014 Angel Ball While Sofía Vergara was giving a red carpet interview at the 2014 Angel Ball, her ex-fiancé Nick Loeb snuck up behind her mid-answer. Vergara barely acknowledged him and continued with her interview as if nothing had happened. The actress and model dated Loeb between 2010 and 2014, and clearly, she had no interest in rekindling any connection at that moment.
#3 Lady Gaga’s Brush-Off at the 2013 AMAs At the 2013 American Music Awards, Lady Gaga seemingly ignored Zendaya, who was helping interview her. Zendaya, then 17, had just finished filming her Disney Channel sitcom, “Shake It Up,” and was excited to meet Gaga. Unfortunately, the pop star brushed her off, indicating she didn’t recognize Zendaya.
