In a clip shared by Entertainment Tonight, 26-year-old Chappell Roan was posing for photographers when one of them insulted her.Despite making her debut at the awards show, Roan didn’t hold back and fiercely responded. Meanwhile, someone behind the camera cheered her on, encouraging her to stand up for herself.
Later, when asked about the incident by the same media outlet, Chappell Roan admitted feeling overwhelmed and frightened. She explained that the red carpet is daunting, especially for someone who experiences anxiety from being yelled at. Roan emphasized that she felt compelled to stand up for herself and wouldn’t tolerate such treatment.The VMA red carpet incident follows Chappell Roan’s recent post about setting boundaries. In a detailed caption, she explained her decision to disable comments, emphasizing that she wasn’t seeking public feedback. Roan addressed the discomfort some might feel, asserting that demanding respect and expressing personal fears is a universal issue and encouraged self-reflection on why such expressions provoke strong reactions.
At this year’s MTV VMAs, Chappell Roan made a gothic statement on the red carpet. She wore a sheer brown Y/Project gown with a plunging neckline, complemented by a pistachio green velvet robe with golden embroidery. Her accessories included a sword, metal cuffs, a cross necklace, and long, pointed nails. Her signature red hair was styled with half in a braided bun and the rest flowing freely. The 26-year-old was nominated in four categories: Best New Artist, Push Performance of the Year for Red Wine Supernova, Best Trending Video for Hot To Go, and Song of Summer for Good Luck, Babe!. She took home the award for Best New Artist.
