Red Carpet Controversy

Remember when red carpets were about journalism… and not vertical video, viral moments, and whether someone got free cake? This week on Entertainment Is Broken, hosts Richard Crouse and Sarah dive into the growing clash between influencers and traditional entertainment journalism — and ask the uncomfortable question: who actually belongs on the red carpet anymore? From the Oscars red carpet controversy to the backlash surrounding TikTok influencer Jake Shane at the Vanity Fair party, we break down what happens when viral culture meets legacy media… and whether the result is evolution or erosion. Along the way, we explore:

• How red carpet interviews have changed from journalism to content creation
• The rise of TikTok influencers in Hollywood spaces
• Whether viral moments are replacing meaningful conversations
• Behind-the-scenes stories from TIFF, press junkets, and old-school Hollywood access
• Why authenticity still matters — whether you have millions of followers or none
• Plus: BTS Army shows up in a big way, Richard shares wild junket stories (including Rome and the Vatican…), and Sarah defends the idea that maybe disruption isn’t the enemy — maybe it’s the point.

Are influencers ruining the red carpet… or just revealing what it’s become?