Massiel Taveras addresses Cannes red carpet incident, praises "Queen" Kelly Rowland

Massiel Taveras, the Dominican actor and TV presenter, has spoken out about her experience at the Cannes Film Festival, where a video captured her altercation with a female security guard on the red carpet. The incident occurred during the premiere of The Count of Monte Cristo, with Taveras dressed in a gown featuring a picture of Jesus Christ.

Days before, Kelly Rowland had a similar encounter with the same guard, who appeared to rush and disrespectfully touch the singer. Taveras reposted on Instagram Rowland's comments about the incident, praising her for standing her ground and advocating for respect.

 

 

 

 

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In the viral video, the guard is seen trying to usher Taveras inside, seemingly ruining her moment in the spotlight. The guard's actions escalated to placing her arm over Taveras' head and chest, leading Taveras to retaliate.

While Taveras hasn't directly addressed her own experience, she shared articles highlighting Rowland's comments, emphasising the need for respect. Rowland, in her interview to AP Entertainment, pointed out the differential treatment she received compared to other attendees.

 

 

 

 

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Fans have rallied behind both Rowland and Taveras, condemning the security guard's behaviour and calling for her termination. The incident has sparked discussions about respect and boundaries on the red carpet, with many supporting the celebrities for standing up for themselves.