Jamie Foxx’s ‘creepy’ comment to Chappell Roan on the Grammys red carpet has caused controversy online.
The 2026 Grammy Awards were never going to be a quiet affair, but few could have predicted that one of the night’s most talked-about moments would come not from the stage, but from an awkward red-carpet exchange that exploded online within hours.
What began as a boundary-pushing fashion moment from Roan quickly turned into a broader debate about celebrity behavior, optics, and timing, after a comment by Foxx left viewers deeply uncomfortable.
The 2026 Grammys
Held at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena and hosted by Trevor Noah for his sixth and final time, the 68th Annual Grammy Awards blended political statements, emotional wins, and headline-grabbing fashion.
From Billie Eilish using her acceptance speech to condemn ICE raids, to Cher announcing a dead artist as a winner of an award, the night was packed with viral moments.
But as is often the case with the Grammys, it was the red carpet that set social media ablaze first.
Before a single award was handed out, fashion risks, bold silhouettes, and sheer fabrics dominated the conversation, culminating in one Mugler gown that arguably overshadowed the entire evening.
Some notable outfits
The 2026 Grammys continued the show’s long tradition of daring fashion.
Lady Gaga stunned in a dramatic feathered Matières Fécales gown, while Bad Bunny made history in Schiaparelli Couture with a corseted tuxedo back, but Eilish’s look was widely panned.
Still, none of these looks generated quite the same visceral reaction as Roan’s.
Arriving in a maroon Mugler gown that appeared to be suspended from visible nipple piercings, the singer’s outfit immediately polarized viewers.
Though later reports clarified that prosthetics were used and the piercings were not attached to her body, the illusion was enough to ignite a firestorm online.
Reactions to Chappell Roan’s outfit
Within minutes of her red-carpet appearance, clips and photos of Roan began circulating across X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Instagram. Critics questioned whether the look violated dress codes or even laws.
“Kids are watching, disgusting,” one viewer wrote. “Is this legal?” another asked. “This should be a crime,” a third commented.
At the same time, fans and fashion insiders rushed to Roan’s defense. Many praised her for pushing boundaries and reclaiming bodily autonomy in an industry that has long policed women’s appearances.
“My god, Chappell Roan’s dress. Goddess,” one fan posted. “Chappell Roan, you will always be that girl,” another added.
Others focused less on morality and more on logistics. “There’s no way that doesn’t hurt,” one user noted, while another joked about the dangers of someone stepping on the trailing fabric.
But while the outfit alone was controversial, the backlash escalated dramatically once Foxx entered the frame.
Reactions to Jamie Foxx’s comment
For many critics, the issue wasn’t Foxx himself, but the optics. Introducing a teenage fan to an artist in the middle of a highly s**ualized fashion moment struck viewers as a lack of situational awareness.
“This could have waited,” one commenter wrote. “Read the room.”
“How creepy! While she’s wearing that??” another user wrote.
“Ngl this is a really creepy thing to say while she’s naked,” a third added, echoing thousands of similar reactions.
Others were even more specific in their discomfort.
“It’s weird of him to mention his kids while her nips are out,” one viral post read, summing up the sentiment shared across platforms.
Others argued that regardless of Roan’s comfort level, the interaction shifted focus away from her artistry and toward an uncomfortable spectacle.
“She’s there to be photographed, not to navigate an awkward family meet-and-greet,” another user noted.
“Just bad judgment,” one post read. “No one needed that crossover.”
Foxx’s comment leaves viewers stunned
During Roan’s red-carpet photos, Foxx briefly interrupted to introduce her to his family, including his daughters.
The moment, intended to be friendly, struck many viewers as wildly inappropriate given the context.
Social media users zeroed in on Foxx mentioning his children while standing next to Roan in the revealing gown, with the timing described as ‘tone-deaf at best.’
Though Foxx appeared apologetic in the footage, repeatedly saying ‘I’m sorry’ as Roan was ushered back to her mark, the damage was already done.
The clip racked up millions of views, quickly becoming meme fodder and sparking debate over whether the outrage was justified or overblown.
