Brief
Zendaya criticised for staying seated while greeting France’s First Lady at Paris fashion show
The interaction at the Louis Vuitton runway sparked a debate on etiquette and respect at high‑profile events.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Zendaya was criticised on social media after she stayed seated while greeting France’s First Lady Brigitte Macron at a Louis Vuitton show in the Louvre during Paris Fashion Week, according to two reports from Daily Times Pakistan.
What happened
The actress attended the Louis Vuitton presentation in the Louvre’s front row on 7 October 2026. While she was talking with another guest, Macron approached and spoke to her. A video shows Zendaya looking up, smiling and saying, “Hello, pleasure to meet you,” before shaking the First Lady’s hand without standing up.
What the reports add
One Daily Times article notes that some users questioned Zendaya’s etiquette, arguing she should have stood for the greeting, while another highlights that a post urging her to stand received about 27,000 likes. Both pieces mention supporters pointing out that no universal rule obliges guests to stand at fashion events and that Zendaya had previously remained seated when LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault approached her.
What was said
Zendaya’s exact words were reported as, “Hello, pleasure to meet you,” (Daily Times, 7 Oct 2026). Social‑media commenters described the moment as a “power move” and debated whether modern etiquette has shifted, while other users defended her, saying she responded politely once she noticed Macron.
How it came about
The incident occurred amid heightened public attention on Brigitte Macron following her remarks on free speech that sparked student protests in France the day before (Felo coverage). The fashion show, part of Paris Fashion Week, provided a high‑visibility setting where the brief encounter quickly spread online.
Key facts
- Zendaya remained seated while greeting Brigitte Macron at a Louis Vuitton show in the Louvre on 7 Oct 2026. (dailytimes.com.pk)
- She said, “Hello, pleasure to meet you,” before shaking hands. (dailytimes.com.pk)
- A social‑media post urging her to stand garnered around 27,000 likes. (dailytimes.com.pk)
