Celebrities often pretend to be friends for the cameras, but sometimes they get caught out. And in this clip, we see Nicole Kidman literally shoving Salma Hayek away in a weird red carpet confrontation.
Take a look.
At a glance:
- Nicole Kidman and Salma Hayek were involved in a tense interaction at the Balenciaga Paris Fashion Week show.
- The altercation reportedly occurred after Hayek touched Kidman while trying to direct her for a photo, leading to Kidman pushing her hand away.
- The incident has sparked debate on social media, with fans divided over who was in the wrong.
Nicole Kidman and Salma Hayek shared an uncomfortable moment at the Balenciaga show during Paris Fashion Week, which led to a tense exchange that has since gone viral. The altercation, caught on video, took place while the actresses were posing for photos with Katy Perry. Hayek, 58, allegedly tried to guide Kidman, 57, by placing a hand on her midriff, prompting Kidman to push her hand away and reportedly say, “Don’t touch me.”
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As the incident unfolded, Kidman turned her back on Hayek and gestured for her to stop, with one witness claiming that Perry appeared “embarrassed” by the situation. The clip has generated a wave of reactions online, with some criticizing Kidman for being “rude,” while others have defended her, noting that some people are uncomfortable being touched, regardless of the situation.
The interaction became even more puzzling when Hayek later posted an image on Instagram from the event, where both actresses appeared with awkward body language. Despite the public spat, Hayek’s post praised the Balenciaga show, though fans have been quick to point out the tension between the two stars.
The incident has raised speculation about whether Kidman’s brand ambassador deal with Balenciaga could be impacted, given that Hayek’s husband, François-Henri Pinault, owns the fashion house. While Kidman has not publicly addressed the situation, her latest Instagram post has been flooded with comments referencing the altercation, with many criticizing her handling of the situation.
The incident marked Kidman’s first high-profile appearance since the death of her mother, which may have contributed to her mood during the event. Meanwhile, social media remains divided, with opinions ranging from sympathy for Kidman’s discomfort to criticism of her response on the red carpet.
