Hollywood actor Margaret Qualley touches BLACKPINK member Jennie's hair, asking if it's natural at a fashion show in Paris, Tuesday. Captured from Instagram Actor Margaret Qualley accused of racial insensitivity By KTimes Jennie of the K-pop group BLACKPINK is embroiled in a racial discrimination controversy after an interaction with a Hollywood actor during a fashion show in France. Jennie attended The Chanel Spring/Summer 2025 fashion show in Paris on Tuesday as the official ambassador for the luxury brand.
The K-pop sensation debuted a striking new blonde hairstyle, which drew widespread attention. However, a video that surfaced on social media from the event has sparked outrage among fans, with many accusing Hollywood actor Margaret Qualley of racial insensitivity. In the video, Qualley is seen touching Jennie's blonde hair without permission and asking, "Is this real?" Fans called out the comment and touching her hair as inappropriate and disrespectful.
Many viewed the incident as racially charged, interpreting the questioning of Jennie's blonde hair as insensitive, especially given the cultural context. Margaret Qualley is seen seemingly avoiding Jennie's face when posing together. Captured from Instagram Concerns about racial discrimination against Korean celebrities abroad have been raised on several occasions.
Model Hong Jin-kyung previously spoke about being overlooked by flight attendants on a flight to Paris, while actor Han Ye-seul shared her experience of facing.