The Cannes Film Festival is known for its glitz, glamour, and sometimes unexpected drama. This year's event saw another heated moment on the red carpet, involving actress Massiel Taveras and festival security—interestingly, with the same security guard who had a confrontation with Kelly Rowland earlier in the week.
On May 22, Massiel Taveras dazzled onlookers with her striking white dress featuring a long train adorned with the image of Jesus Christ. The actress aimed to showcase the intricate design to the photographers, but her efforts were met with resistance from security staff.
In a video that quickly went viral on X, Taveras is seen trying to arrange her dress train for the perfect photo opportunity. However, security personnel, dressed in all-black attire, were intent on guiding her up the stairs, causing a visible clash. The video captures Taveras’s determination to prevent the image on her dress from being stepped on or obscured, leading to a passionate standoff with the security guard.
🚨 Looks like Dominican actress Massiel Taveras proclaming #ChristisKing at the #CannesFilmFestival, but getting rushed by security. 🥴
— SERBS for TRUMP 2024 (@SerbsFor) May 25, 2024
Meanwhile, Satan dresses and outfits frolic 🌎 red-carpets & events unobstructed. 👹 pic.twitter.com/VmO455uy2I
What makes this incident particularly noteworthy is the identity of the security guard involved. Observers noted that the guard who Taveras interacted with appears to be the same woman who had a run-in with Kelly Rowland just days before.
Earlier that week, Rowland was seen having a stern exchange with a security guard on the same steps. According to a lip reader, Rowland admonished the guard for speaking to her rudely. Rowland later hinted that the interaction may have been racially motivated, adding an extra layer of complexity to the situation.
The recurrence of such confrontations highlights ongoing tensions and possible mismanagement in the handling of celebrities at the prestigious event. Both incidents have sparked conversations about the treatment of stars at Cannes, especially regarding respect and professionalism from the security team.
As the festival continues, these moments serve as a reminder of the intense scrutiny and pressures faced by attendees, as well as the importance of maintaining decorum and respect on all sides.