Amanda Seyfried, the talented actress known for her memorable performances in films like “Mean Girls,” “Mamma Mia!,” and the recent series “The Dropout,” recently recounted a hilarious yet mortifying experience from the 2023 Critics Choice Awards. What began as a glamorous red carpet moment quickly spiraled into a Hollywood blooper that Seyfried will likely never forget. In an exclusive interview with People, she shared the details of a wardrobe malfunction that left her quite literally exposed in front of “Top Gun: Maverick” star Glen Powell. Here’s how the evening unfolded.
The Unraveling of a Vintage Masterpiece
Seyfried graced the Critics Choice Awards in a stunning vintage Dior Haute Couture gown, exuding elegance and charm. The intricate design and luxurious fabric made her a standout on the red carpet. However, as beautiful as the dress was, it was also a testament to the challenges of wearing vintage couture. Seyfried candidly admitted that the gown was “kind of sewn together,” and by the time she arrived at the event, it was already showing signs of wear and tear.
During her interviews on the red carpet, Seyfried could feel the gown’s delicate fabric struggling to hold up. At one point, she humorously remarked to reporters, “It’s breaking off,” as the fragile material began to betray her. Despite the warning signs, she pressed on, blissfully unaware that the situation was about to escalate dramatically.
An Unintended Revelation
The real disaster struck while Seyfried was engaged in a light-hearted conversation with Glen Powell, who is known for his roles in “Anyone but You” and “Twisters.” As they joked around, Seyfried lifted her arms mid-conversation, and to her shock, her dress fell apart, leaving her exposed. “My boobs were just out,” she recalled with a laugh, describing the moment as both unexpected and embarrassing.
Powell’s reaction was swift and respectful; he quickly covered her, showcasing his gentlemanly instincts. Seyfried joked about the incident, saying, “We both screamed, and like the gentleman he is, he covered me. He didn’t look… I think.” The actress highlighted the absurdity of the situation, noting that no one, least of all her, anticipated such a wardrobe malfunction. It was a show-stopping moment that added an unexpected twist to the evening.
Grace Under Pressure
As if the wardrobe malfunction wasn’t enough, Seyfried soon found herself on stage to accept the award for Best Limited Series for “The Dropout.” With her dress beyond repair, she had to think quickly on her feet. “I ended up wearing someone else’s jacket,” she revealed, laughing about the alternative scenario: “It would’ve just been my boobs.”
Fans and onlookers admired Seyfried’s ability to handle the chaos with humor and grace. Social media platforms, particularly Reddit, were abuzz with reactions to the mishap. One fan commented, “Cute dress, I can totally imagine how it could fall apart all at once – that lamé fabric just disintegrates sometimes.” Another praised Powell’s quick response, saying, “That’s kind of a hilarious mental image tho and it sounds exactly like the way I expect he’d react.” One brave fan even joked, “He must’ve thought it was The Golden Globes.”
Despite the unexpected wardrobe malfunction, Seyfried managed to turn an embarrassing moment into an unforgettable story, proving that even the most polished Hollywood stars are not immune to fashion disasters. Her experience serves as a reminder that behind the glamour and glitz of awards shows, there are real, relatable moments that can leave everyone in stitches.
