Melissa McCarthy turned heads in a colorful ensemble as she brushed off the Barbra Streisand Ozempic drama at the Unfrosted premiere in Hollywood on Tuesday.
The Bridesmaids actress, 53 – who recently shared her response amidst the drama following Streisand’s weight comment – joined other celebrities on the red carpet at the screening which took place at The Egyptian Theatre.
Barbra, 82, notably sparked backlash earlier this week after she asked McCarthy if she is on Ozempic, and issued a groveling apology soon afterwards.
Melissa was radiant and flashed a cheerful smile at the event while donning a long-sleeved, floral-print dress that contained hues of pink, red and also green.
She additionally wore a pair of closed-toed, nude heels that were partially concealed by the long hem of the flowy outfit.
Melissa McCarthy, 53, turned heads in a colorful ensemble as she brushed off the Barbra Streisand, 82, Ozempic drama at the Unfrosted premiere in Hollywood on Tuesday
The Bridesmaids actress – who recently broke her silence amidst the drama following Streisand’s weight comment – joined other celebrities on the red carpet at the screening which took place at The Egyptian Theatre
She added a matching headband on top of her head, and allowed her locks to flow down in light waves past her shoulders.
McCarthy accessorized her look with a pair of floral-shaped earrings, as well as flashy rings and chunky bracelets on her right wrist.
The Gilmore Girls alum easily carried an cream-colored, hexagon purse in her hand to hold a few items she needed during the evening.
Her makeup was glammed up, and comprised of a layer of mascara to her lashes as well as a shimmering, gold shadow around her eyes.
A light pink blush was added to her cheekbones for a radiant glow, while a glossy, darker nude tint was worn on her lips for a finishing touch.
Melissa was seen striking a variety of poses on the red carpet upon arriving to the venue, and also was accompanied by husband, Ben Falcone.
He sported an olive green suit which was paired with a coral-colored dress shirt that was left partially unfastened around the collar. For a final touch, he also wore a pair of tan loafers.
She also crossed paths with some of her Unfrosted co-stars, including Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan.
Barbra notably sparked backlash earlier this week after she asked McCarthy if she is on Ozempic, and issued a groveling apology soon afterwards; seen in February in L.A.
Melissa was radiant and flashed a cheerful smile at the event while donning a long-sleeved, floral-print dress that contained hues of pink, red and also green
Melissa was seen striking a variety of poses on the red carpet upon arriving to the venue, and also was accompanied by husband, Ben Falcone
She also crossed paths with some of her Unfrosted co-stars, including Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan
The comedic-drama is set to premiere on Netflix next month on May 3 – and was also directed by Seinfeld; seen with CEO & CCO of Netflix, Ted Sarandos, Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan
The comedic-drama is set to premiere on Netflix next month on May 3 – and was also directed by Seinfeld.
The star-studded cast in the project also includes Hugh Grant, Amy Schumer, Max Greenfield, Peter Dinklage and Christian Slater.
The premiere of Unfrosted is: ‘In 1963 Michigan, business rivals Kellogg’s and Post compete to create a cake that could change breakfast forever,’ per an official IMDB synopsis.
During a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Jerry opened up about the film which follows the creation of the Pop-Tart and talked about working alongside McCarthy.
‘Oh, she is the greatest. And she’s so experienced. She comes on the set and she helped me with cameras and blocking, because she knows so much about making films.’
He explained, ‘Me coming from TV, you don’t really move the cameras that much. But with film, you can do anything – even though it’s, of course, technically video. So she was so helpful and brilliantly funny.’
Melissa’s red carpet appearance comes amidst the recent drama that sparked up when Streisand questioned if the actress used Ozempic. However, McCarthy has continued to positively brush aside the drama.
On Tuesday ahead of the premiere, Melissa uploaded a short Instagram clip which began with her reading a magazine centered around the A Star Is Born actress.
During a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Jerry opened up about the film which follows the creation of the Pop-Tart and talked about working alongside McCarthy
On Tuesday ahead of the premiere, Melissa uploaded a short Instagram clip which began with her reading a magazine centered around the A Star Is Born actress
The camera panned out and McCarthy stated, ‘The takeaway. Barbra Streisand knows I exist’
She then revealed that Streisand, ‘reached out to me and she said I look good. I win the day.’ To end the reel, Melissa began to read the magazine once again
Social media users jumped to the comment section to applaud Melissa’s response, with one typing, ‘A class act’
Another fan wrote, ‘Exactly – this how a goddess responds to an icon. All love and fabulousness’
The camera panned out and McCarthy stated, ‘The takeaway. Barbra Streisand knows I exist.’
She then revealed that Streisand, ‘reached out to me and she said I look good. I win the day.’ To end the reel, Melissa began to read the magazine once again.
In the caption of the post, the Tammy actress penned to her fans and followers, @barbrastreisand fan club members only!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️.’
Social media users jumped to the comment section to applaud Melissa’s response, with one typing, ‘A class act.’
Another fan wrote, ‘Exactly – this how a goddess responds to an icon. All love and fabulousness.’
Earlier on Sunday, Melissa had posted photos of herself wearing a layered, greenish blue tulle dress as she attended the 2024 CTG Gala in L.A. alongside Adam Shankman
In the comment section, Barbra penned, ‘Give him my regards did you take Ozempic?’ – which sparked backlash soon afterwards
Another wrote, ‘@barbrastreisand in shock with that comment,’ while a fan added, @barbrastreisand this cannot possibly be the real Babs’
Earlier on Sunday, Melissa had posted photos of herself wearing a layered, greenish blue tulle dress as she attended the 2024 CTG Gala in L.A. alongside Adam Shankman.
In the comment section, Barbra penned, ‘Give him my regards did you take Ozempic?’ – which sparked backlash soon afterwards.
One Instagram user typed in response, ‘@barbrastreisand wow really! What happened to not talking about Bodies! As a mother of a daughter that’s not ok we as women need to not focus on appearance.’
Another wrote, ‘@barbrastreisand in shock with that comment,’ while a fan added, @barbrastreisand this cannot possibly be the real Babs.’
Streisand then issued an apology on her Instagram stories and explained, ‘OMG – I went on Instagram to see the photos we’d posted of the beautiful flowers I’d received for my birthday!’
When asked if Barbra’s comment had been ‘out of line,’ McCarthy waved her hand and replied, ‘I think Barbra is a treasure and I love her’; Barbra seen in July 2023 in Malibu
Streisand then issued an apology on her Instagram stories and explained, ‘OMG – I went on Instagram to see the photos we’d posted of the beautiful flowers I’d received for my birthday!’
‘Below them was a photo of my friend Melissa McCarthy who I sang with on my Encore album. She looked fantastic! I just wanted to pay her a compliment. I forgot the world is reading!’
Melissa also briefly responded to the drama in a recent video as she enjoyed a casual outing.
When asked if Barbra’s comment had been ‘out of line,’ McCarthy waved her hand and replied, ‘I think Barbra is a treasure and I love her.’