Imagine being a famous celebrity, walking down the red carpet, only to be completely ignored or rejected by another A-lister. It’s a cringe-worthy scenario that leaves us feeling both sympathy and second-hand embarrassment. Well, it turns out that even the biggest stars in Hollywood aren’t immune to these awkward encounters. Thanks to a viral video from the 2023 VMAs, we’ve been given a glimpse into some of these cringe-inducing moments.
In the video, the hilarious Tiffany Haddish can be seen shouting Shakira’s name from across the room. As Shakira gets closer, Tiffany continues to call out for her, hoping to catch her attention. However, much to Tiffany’s dismay, Shakira completely ignores her, not even bothering to see who’s yelling for her.
It’s moments like these that remind us that even celebrities can be caught off guard or simply not in the mood for small talk on the red carpet. Here are 11 more instances where famous faces rejected or ignored their fellow famous people:
1. The Iconic Eye Roll: At the 2019 Oscars, Lady Gaga was caught giving a subtle eye roll when Glenn Close won the Best Actress award. It was a classic example of rivalry and disappointment in the entertainment industry.
2. The Brush-Off Snub: Remember when Justin Bieber went in for a hug with Taylor Swift at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards, only to have her swiftly turn away? Ouch, that one stung.
3. The Handshake Fail: In 2017, during a red carpet interview, Ryan Seacrest extended his hand to Nicole Kidman, but she completely bypassed it and went straight for a hug with another interviewer. Awkward!
4. The Photobomb Snub: At the 2015 Met Gala, Katy Perry tried to photobomb a picture of Cara Delevingne and Rihanna, but the famous duo didn’t even acknowledge her antics. Talk about feeling invisible!
5. The Awkward Lip Kiss: Who could forget that cringe-worthy moment at the 2015 VMAs when Miley Cyrus tried to forcefully kiss Katy Perry? The look of shock and discomfort on Katy’s face said it all.
6. The Cut-Off Conversation: During a red carpet interview at the 2014 Golden Globe Awards, Jonah Hill and Margot Robbie were interrupted by Leonardo DiCaprio, completely disregarding their conversation. Poor Jonah and Margot!
7. The Ignored Hand Wave: At the 2015 Grammy Awards, Charlie Puth waved at Selena Gomez, only to be met with a completely dismissive look. It’s safe to say she was not interested in engaging.
8. The Snubbed Compliment: When E! host Giuliana Rancic complimented The Rock on his muscles at the 2016 Oscars, he simply responded with a blank stare. Sometimes a compliment just doesn’t land the way you hope.
9. The Failed High-Five: At the 2014 Primetime Emmy Awards, Julia Louis-Dreyfus attempted a high-five with Bryan Cranston, but he left her hanging. Oops, better luck next time, Julia!
10. The Quick Walk-By: During a red carpet interview at the 2017 SAG Awards, Kate Winslet walked right by Octavia Spencer without acknowledging her. Sometimes, timing is everything.
11. The Inadvertent Snub: At the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, Naomi Watts accidentally walked past Emma Stone, not recognizing her until it was too late. We’ve all had those moments of not fully registering someone we know in passing.
These awkward encounters serve as a reminder that even celebrities experience uncomfortable moments with their peers. It’s a harsh reality that fame doesn’t exempt you from social awkwardness. So next time you find yourself feeling embarrassed by an awkward encounter, just remember, even the biggest stars in Hollywood have been there too.
