Jonathan Bailey’s Flip-Flops Spark Jurassic World Red Carpet Feud
Brace yourselves for Hollywood’s wildest crisis yet: Jonathan Bailey turning up to a Jurassic World Rebirth photocall in flip-flops. On June 16 in London, the 37-year-old Wicked star strutted onto the blue carpet in minimalist black flip-flops by The Row—his toes fully on display—while costars Mahershala Ali, Scarlett Johansson and Rupert Friend played it safe in closed-toe shoes. Yes, you read that right: the real blockbuster this summer isn’t dinosaurs on the loose, it’s whether a leading man’s piggies deserve prime time.
Entertainment Tonight’s June 16 Instagram reveal ignited the internet. One disgruntled user griped, “Everyone else looks professional, and he’s wearing flip-flops? Disrespectful,” while another lamented, “It’s a work event, not a beach party.” But just as vocal were the defenders. “His rizz is off the charts—let him shine,” cheered a fan, complete with a fire emoji (ET). Another swooned, “He’s blessed with perfect feet; show them off, Bae,” proving that in 2024, even toes can spark a cultural movement. Over on X (formerly Twitter), #FlipFlopGate trended briefly as keyboard warriors dissected every angle: Was this a fashion statement or a total flop?
Meanwhile, Universal Pictures must be thrilled that their Jurassic World sequel is making headlines for canine comfort rather than prehistoric plot holes. With the film hitting theaters July 2, E! News has you covered: catch the New York premiere livestream on June 23 at 5:30 p.m. ET to see if Bailey upgrades to loafers—or shocks us all by going barefoot. If that doesn’t sate your cinematic appetite, summer’s schedule is stacked: Jackie Chan returns in Karate Kid: Legends on May 30, Ana de Armas steps into the John Wick universe with Ballerina on June 6, and Nick Kroll’s I Don’t Understand You lands the same day. On June 6, brace for Stephen King’s The Life of Chuck and Tyler Perry’s Straw, then marvel at Miley Cyrus’s one-night-only Something Beautiful on June 12.
Is this flip-flop fiasco shaping up as genuine fashion freedom or petty red carpet outrage? Your guess is as good as ours, but one thing’s clear: social media will eat it alive either way. So there you have it—a trivial footwear feud overshadowing blockbuster buzz. Until next time when someone decides polo shirts with tuxedos are peak style, you’re welcome.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News, Entertainment Tonight
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