Hailee Steinfeld’s governors awards dress fuels split reactions and sparks pregnancy speculation

Hailee Steinfeld’s avant-garde Governors Awards gown split opinions and sparked widespread speculation

Hailee Steinfeld drew major attention at the 2025 Governors Awards after arriving in a bold, avant-garde Stéphane Rolland ensemble that quickly became one of the night’s most talked-about outfits. The actress and singer walked the red carpet at Ovation Hollywood on November 16, where the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences celebrated notable contributions to filmmaking.

Hailee Steinfeld arrives at the #GovernorsAwards red carpet in LA pic.twitter.com/YXb5drZCT5

— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) November 17, 2025

Steinfeld opted for a sculptural pleated gray gown from Stéphane Rolland’s Spring/Summer 2025 Couture line, complete with intricate embellishments and a dramatic mermaid-style silhouette. She paired the high-fashion look with a sleek updo and understated makeup, allowing the dress to remain the focal point.

Congratulations to the Allens. https://t.co/H4g3Vlzivv

— Terry (@BadgyalTerryG) November 17, 2025

Variety’s post showcasing the outfit drew split public reactions. Some viewers praised Steinfeld for embracing experimental couture, while others questioned the styling choices. Comments ranged from admiration for her boldness to confusion over the dress’s unconventional shape.

The gown’s structure also fueled widespread speculation on social media about whether Steinfeld might be expecting. Several commenters questioned if the design was intentionally concealing a pregnancy, while others compared the look to past celebrity maternity fashion. Rumors even prompted some users to ask outright if her appearance was meant to hint at a baby announcement.

Who styled her omg her dress is as ugly as her husband https://t.co/pKNBULwJu8

— 🫧Mi (@itstimetosimp) November 17, 2025

She’s absolutely pregnant 😂 https://t.co/Mkpf4Jd03b

— The Grand Dom 👑 (@NoelleBllue) November 18, 2025

The Oscar-nominated star, who married NFL quarterback Josh Allen earlier this year, has not addressed the speculation. The couple, who wed in a garden ceremony in Santa Barbara on May 31—attended by family, friends, several Buffalo Bills players, and actor Larry David—has remained silent as the online conversation continues.

At this time, no official statement has been issued regarding the rumors circulating about Steinfeld’s red carpet appearance.