17 Crazy MTV Movie Awards Outfits That You Can’t Forget

Nicole Briese
Apr 08, 2016

Ah, the MTV Movie Awards — it’s where best kiss dreams are made (Selma and Sarah, Rachel and Ryan), epic stunts and speeches are performed, and fashion all but takes over the show. That’s because when it comes to MTV, stars show up wearing anything — and we do mean ANYTHING — they want, and the results are nothing short of eye-popping.

1. Halle Berry: Is Halle Berry on her way to the beach or the 2000 MTV Movie Awards? It’s really anyone’s guess. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Image Direct)

2. Denise Richards: That hair. That belly chain belt thing. That tube top. So 2000’s! (Photo by Kevin Winter/Image Direct)

3. Christina Aguilera: Long before the pop star was doling out invaluable advice on The Voice, she (and her mounds of two-toned hair) were walking MTV’s red carpet in a corset, lace-up crotch corduroy pants, and gold bling. (Photo by Chris Weeks/Getty)

4. Paris Hilton: Spray tanning reigned supreme in 2003, as did asymmetric crop tops and belly button jewelry, all of which Paris helpfully modeled at that year’s awards. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty)

5. Kelly Hu: Kelly Hu’s 2004 Movie Awards look was vaguely…familiar, believe it or not. A Canadian tuxedo modded as a studded split skirt with fishnets, hot pink accents and biker babe boots? Someone was clearly feeling Brit-Brit and Justin’s infamous matching denim ensembles at the 2001 American Music Awards. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty)

6. Samaire Armstrong: We’re not even sure how to describe the getup Samaire donned at the 2004 awards: Hobo chic? Saccharine schoolgirl? I woke up late and threw this on? Oh right: It’s what we wore in high school! (Photo by Mark Mainz/Getty)

7. Victoria Beckham: Never one to shy away from the limelight, Posh Spice used her natural-born assets (along with a neon pink brassiere) as the ultimate accessories to her nameless zebra mini, amping up her look even further with a trendy blonde pixie cut. (Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty)

8. Lucy Walsh: Before Gaga, there was Lucy Walsh, who showed up to the 2008 awards swathed in this technicolor Christian Siriano loofah, for lack of a better term. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty)

9. Sacha Baron Cohen: The funnyman walked the red carpet as his alter ego, Brüno, in 2009 in a leopard leotard… leaving precious little to the imagination. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty)

10. Lauren Conrad: These days, LC’s all prim and polish, but in 2009, our gal got a bit edgy in this dark mini tulle Moschino dress with dominatrix sandals. Yowza! (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty)

11. Katy Perry: Katy’s now iconic blue wig walked the red carpet atop this Britney-style sheer Zuhair Murad dress with strategically placed rhinestones. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty)

12. Ken Jeong: Not to be outdone, the comedian followed in Baron Cohen’s footsteps the following year in… well, this. A who-wore-it-best of epic proportions, to be sure. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Getty)

13. Hana Mae Lee: Hana Mae Lee at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards: Things that make you go, hmmmm. Is this Marcosquared dress and Alain LaFaille headpiece a political statement? A fashion trend gone ash-tray? We’ll let you be the judge. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty)

14. Kesha: One part goth, one part Boho-chic, Kesha was nothing if not memorable at the 2013 awards in her Gypsy Junkies bell bottoms and fringed black vest. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty)

15. Bai Ling: In 2015, Bai Ling showed up as a warrior dragon, and oddly enough, we’re kind of into it! It’s certainly character appropriate, and after all, if you can’t show up in full armored costume here, where can you? (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty)

16. Halsey: Clad in a a sequined bra, hot pants, and an open overcoat from Idan Cohen, the “Closer” singer was all business up top, party underneath in this over-the-top millennial pink ensemble. (Photo via Christopher Polk/Getty)

17. Baddiewinkle: Last year’s wildest look came from YouTube sensation Baddiewinkle, who showed up in a blinged out pink sequined bodysuit we couldn’t keep our eyes off of. Add some lifted sneakers, a red tie, and a fur stole, and you’ve got yourself a recipe for crazy, indeed. (Photo via Frazer Harrison/Getty)

Which of these looks do you find the most jaw-dropping? Let us know over at @BritandCo!

'The White Lotus' Characters Are Reading Some Insane Books — & Fans Think They're Major Easter Eggs

Many fans believe that Mike White, the mastermind behind the dark comedy-drama The White Lotus, is a genius. He created the gripping TV series, which follows privileged guests as they visit a new luxurious resort location each season and wind up caught in shocking (or even deadly) antics as their picture-perfect lives begin to unravel.

Season 3 is currently underway, but while seven episodes have been released thus far, it remains to be seen what characters will perish by the finale. Plenty of viewers have taken to social media to share their own theories, but some fans are calling attention to possible "Easter eggs," or hidden secret references, that have been right under our noses the whole time.

We're talking about the different books that numerous characters, from Victoria Ratliff to Chelsea and even Laurie, have been reading in the show. Perhaps the plots of each title are telling clues about their fates.

Scroll to see which books The White Lotusseason 3 characters are reading — and what that could mean!

HBO & Amazon

Victoria Ratliff

We simply must begin with Victoria, played by Parker Posey, who couldn't have picked a more fitting book to read: The Beautiful and the Damned by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

The 1922 novel tells the story of a privileged couple named Patch and Gloria who revel in their extravagant 1920s New York lifestyle. However, as their fortune begins to fade, they struggle to adapt, and Patch is led down a path of depression and alcoholism.

In Season 3 of The White Lotus, the Ratliffs start as a wealthy Durham, North Carolina, family, but then Timothy finds out that he's facing financial ruin and possible jail time, which begins to undo his character. The parallels are uncanny.

Amazon & HBO

Belinda

As one of the only two returning characters from Season 2, viewers have been on the edge of their seats watching Belinda grapple with the whole Greg/Gary situation. Still, you might not have noticed that her character was reading the self-help book Surrounded by Narcissists: Or, How to Stop Other People's Egos Ruining Your Life by Thomas Erikson.

You can probably gather from the title that it delves into what drives narcissists and how to deal with them. Given Season 3's themes of spirituality, as well as Belinda's moral struggle over what to do about Greg/Gary, some speculate that perhaps her reading choice is foreshadowing a final showdown where she takes control.

HBO & Amazon

Lochlan Ratliff

Compared to his arguably obnoxious brother, Saxon Ratliff, Lochlan Ratliff, played by Sam Nivola, is a more subdued character. Even so, he was actually seen reading Hunger by Knut Hamsun, which has been called one of the most unsettling novels ever written.

This book follows a young man who wanders the world and is subjected to the silent judgment of others. Still, he continues exposing himself to the outside world, and his own thoughts become a form of self-inflicted torment.

The link between Lochlan and Hunger seems pretty straightforward. He and the protagonist are both searching for their identity, and since Lochlan is part of such a chaotic and critical family, it's understandable why he's struggling.

Amazon & HBO

Laurie

Laurie, played by Carrie Coon, also picked up an extremely appropriate title: Modern Lovers by Emma Straub. It mirrors Laurie's getaway with Jaclyn and Kate, following three lifelong friends as they navigate a summer of change.

In the book, the children of friends Elizabeth, Andrew, and Zoe come of age and entangle themselves in new relationships, which causes long-buried secrets and unresolved tensions to surface.

If Modern Lovers is any indication of what's to come in The White Lotus, it's safe to say that Laurie, Jaclyn, and Kate's bond won't be repaired by the season's end.

HBO & Amazon

Chelsea

Chelsea, played by Aimee Lou Wood, has actually been caught reading two different books this season, including Start Where You Are: A Guide to Compassionate Living by Pema Chodron and The Essential Rumi by Jalal Al-Din Rumi.

Both books revolve around themes of spirituality, self-reflection, and inner peace. The former offers self-help advice based on traditional Tibetan Buddhist teachings, while the latter is a collection of spiritual short stories.

The real question is, who is Chelsea seeking wisdom for? Is she on her own self-discovery journey, or is she trying to help her boyfriend, Rick? Only time will tell.

Amazon & HBO

Jaclyn Lemon

Last but not least, Jaclyn, portrayed by Michelle Monaghan, was spotted reading My Name Is Barbra by Barbra Streisand. In her memoir, Barbra reflects on the defining moments of her career and personal life.

This makes sense because Jaclyn is also an actress who's balancing a high-profile marriage to a fellow actor and confronting the realities of aging in the public eye. Still, it's unclear what My Name Is Barbra is hinting about Jaclyn's fate on The White Lotus, if anything.

Looking for more TV & entertainment news? Follow us on Facebook!

Brit + Co may at times use affiliate links to promote products sold by others, but always offers genuine editorial recommendations.

tv showsbooksentertainmenttv

What Actually Happened To Natalia Grace Barnett?

The controversial adoption of Natalia Grace has continued to capture nationwide intrigue, particularly after Hulu's latest release of the crime drama Good American Family. And while the fictionalized version of the story is captivating, nothing made our collective jaws drop more than Natalia Grace Barnett's real story that unfolded in her documentary, The Curious Case of Natalia Grace. From her time with the Barnett family to navigating life with The Mans family as an adult, there's certainly a lot to unpack. Here's everything you need to know about how Natalia Grace is right now.

Scroll to find out everything you need to know about Natalia Grace right now.

What is 'Good American Family' about?

Hulu

Only four episodes of the dramatization, starring Ellen Pompeo as Kristine Barnett, Mark Duplass as Michael Barnett, and Imogen Faith Reid as Natalia Grace, have come out thus far, with the fifth being released on Wednesday, April 9.

It follows the Barnetts, a family from Indiana, who adopted Natalia Grace, a Ukrainian orphan with dwarfism, in 2010. Natalia, whose birth certificate said she was born in 2003, was thought to be about 6 years old at the time, but the Barnetts eventually accused her of lying about her age and terrorizing their family.

What happened with Natalia Grace and the Barnetts in real life?

Max

After adopting her, Kristine and Michael Barnett alleged that Natalia had traits that suggested she wasn't a child, such as adult teeth and body hair. Plus, Natalia was accused of standing at the end of Kristine and Michael's bed with a knife, trying to poison Kristine's coffee, and attempting to push Kristine into an electric fence.

So, in 2012, the Barnetts petitioned the court to have Natalia's birth date changed from 2003 to 1989. This made her legally 22 years old, and Natalia was put in her own Lafayette apartment. At the same time, the Barnett family cut contact with her and moved to Canada in order to pursue their biological son Jacob's education.

"I didn't understand why I was alone. I just knew I had this instinct in me to push and survive. All I was told was, 'You're 22 now. Whenever somebody asks you what your age is, you say you're 22 and you tried to murder your family.' I was taught to lie," Natalia told People earlier this year.

What happened with Natalia Grace and the Mans?

Max

Natalia befriended a neighbor, Cynthia Mans, after she began living alone as a child. Cynthia and her pastor husband, Antwon, had 10 children and ultimately invited Natalia to live with them.

The Mans then worked to obtain Natalia's guardianship, but this meant her prior age-change order would need to be vacated via more court petitions. Following DNA analyses and medical examinations, which reportedly proved Natalia was 22 years old at the time and, therefore, a child when the Barnetts moved to Canada, Natalia's birthdate was changed back to 2003, and in 2023, the Mans finally adopted her.

The same year, public interest in Natalia's adoption story skyrocketed due to the docuseries The Curious Case of Natalia Grace. She got a chance to speak out about the allegations against her during the series' second season, but by the end, Antwon and Cynthia Mans surprisingly echoed the concerns of Natalia's past adoptive parents, saying she'd become "the enemy of the house."

Season 3 of The Curious Case of Natalia Grace expanded on why Natalia wound up leaving the Mans family at the tail end of 2023. She accused them of being controlling, and a UK man she met online named Neil claimed they were financially exploiting her.

Natalia proceeded to leave Nashville, where the Mans family had relocated, and get on a plane with Nicole DePaul, a woman who'd tried to adopt her in 2009. Neil reportedly helped concoct the plan.

Is Natalia Grace still with the DePaul family?

Max

Today, Natalia lives in upstate New York with Nicole DePaul and her husband, Vince, who both have dwarfism. In an interview with People, Nicole detailed, "At first, it was bumpy because the Mans were still involved. They were calling Natalia constantly and trying to wheel her back in."

How is Natalia Grace now?

Max

She has been diagnosed with multiple conditions, including anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and reactive attachment disorder. In January, Natalia was learning how to drive and studying for her GED with the goal of becoming a teacher. She also expressed her desire to get married and have kids.

Looking for more pop culture news? Follow us on Facebook.

tvtv showsentertainmentpop culture

This Wild 'The White Lotus' Theory Actually Brings Back A Major Fan-Favorite: "Insane"

It's probably safe to say that most fans of The White Lotus were heartbroken over how Tanya McQuoid, played by the iconic Jennifer Coolidge (A Cinderella Story), met her end in Season 2. After delivering a riveting performance as an insecure and arguably unstable rich heiress, Jennifer's character was killed off, and no one saw the murder coming.

And now that Season 3 is underway, most people have understandably shrugged off the possibility that Tanya may make a comeback because, well, she's dead. However, fans online may have found a workaround for this problem.

Here's how some fans think Tanya could return for The White Lotusseason 3...

HBO

One TikTok user posted a shocking yet potentially plausible The White Lotustheory on their account @longmirelp. They call attention to the monitor lizard that keeps showing up in Belinda's storyline and suggest it could be the reincarnation of Tanya trying to protect her.

"The lizard is not random; it's not just some throwaway thing. It keeps popping up and following specifically Belinda," the TikToker said.

HBO

Remember, Belinda is one of the only two characters who returned from Season 2 for the series' latest season, along with Greg/Gary. It's also worth underscoring how both Belinda and Greg/Gary played critical roles in relation to Tanya's Season 2 storyline.

Then, following Tanya's tragic death, Natasha Rothwell reprises her role as Belinda and travels to Thailand for a wellness training exchange. It was during her tour of the latest The White Lotus hotel that she first saw a monitor lizard and got startled, to which her tour guide responded, "In time, the lizards will become your friend."

Later, Belinda calls her son, Zion, who will soon be arriving at the hotel, and during their conversation, she hears the trees rustling. She thought it could be snakes, but it actually could've been a lizard, given they're excellent climbers.

HBO

Another clue surfaced more recently after Belinda called Greg/Gary out for knowing Tanya, and he initially denied it. Following that interaction, Belinda was in her bedroom when, again, she heard rustling.

Pornchai, who'd previously given Belinda her tour when she encountered a lizard for the first time, proceeded to move a dresser and (shocker) reveal a lizard inside her bedroom. Is it just a coincidence that the camera then showed Belinda's laptop, and she'd been researching Tanya's murder the night prior? Some fans don't think so.

HBO

And even though Belinda is in Thailand for the wellness training exchange, it's no secret that she is a spiritual character. This has led many to speculate that Tanya's spirit might've been reincarnated as the lizard and is attempting to protect Belinda as she navigates the Greg/Gary situation.

Finally, since Tanya dreamt of being on an Asian mountain with a cyanide pill back in Season 2, fans think that could've been foreshadowing, and Tanya in lizard form may help Belinda in her showdown with Greg/Gary.

HBO

If this theory seems totally out there, we get it. But the first episode of Season 3 was entitled "Same spirits, new forms" — and prior to the season's premiere, HBO's EVP Francesca Orsi even noted it was "an exploration about spirituality versus the ego, and it's set against the Eastern religion."

HBO

The TikToker's video has amassed more than 884,000 views and over 64,000 likes, with plenty of commenters commending their detective work.

"This is actually the best fan theory I've ever seen. Even if it's wrong, it's insane," one user wrote.

"I'm gonna try, this is such an amazing take," echoed another.

What do you think about Tanya making a possible comeback as a lizard? Is it too out there, even for The White Lotus, or an idea that's worth considering?

Looking for more pop culture & entertainment stories? Follow us on Facebook!

tv showsentertainmenttv