The incident occurred at the premiere of the Catherine Deneuve film “Marcello Mio” on Tuesday. Rowland, who was all smiles for fans and photographers on the red carpet, was escorted up the stairs by two ushers who formed a barrier with their arms behind her. This led to a tense moment where Rowland sternly spoke to one of the ushers, pointing her finger in frustration.
Kelly Rowland Stands Her Ground
In an interview with the Associated Press on Thursday, Kelly Rowland explained her reaction:
“I have a boundary, and I stand by those boundaries, and that is it. And there were other women that attended that carpet who did not quite look like me, and they didn’t get scolded or pushed off or told to get off. I stood my ground, and she felt like she had to stand hers, but I stood my ground.”
Despite the commotion, festival organizers have yet to comment on the matter.
From Destiny’s Child to Solo Success
Kelly Rowland first gained international fame as a member of Destiny’s Child, a group known for hit albums such as “Survivor,” which topped both the US and UK charts. As a solo artist, Rowland achieved success with hits like “Dilemma” featuring Nelly and “When Love Takes Over” with David Guetta, both of which reached number one in the UK.
Despite the incident, Rowland has continued to attend Cannes events, including a gala for the AIDS research foundation amfAR and the premiere of a new adaptation of “The Count of Monte Cristo.”
Awaiting Festival’s Response
As the story gains traction, many are awaiting a response from the Cannes Film Festival organizers regarding the alleged racial profiling incident involving Kelly Rowland. The Guardian has reached out to the festival for comment but has not yet received a reply.
Rowland’s stand against the treatment she faced highlights ongoing issues of racial profiling and the importance of standing firm on personal boundaries, even in high-profile settings.
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