Glambot Creator Breaks Silence on Jennifer Lopez’s Controversial Golden Globes Moment
Jennifer Lopez recently found herself at the center of online criticism after her appearance at the 2026 Golden Globes, but the person behind the camera has set the record straight. The controversy came after her segment on the Glambot, a high-speed camera arm operated by director Cole Walliser, went viral. Walliser shared the footage on social media, and some fans and actors called Lopez “rude” for her brief interaction.
The clip shows Lopez approaching the camera with a calm, focused demeanor. When Walliser greeted her with, “Lovely to see you,” and complimented her outfit, she replied simply, “Thank you,” and immediately struck her pose.
@colewalliser The Queen JLO!! She walked the carpet so close to it closing (it might have technically been closed at that point), so I was happy she was able to quickly stop. No messing around — just wham, bam, thank you, GLAM! #jenniferlopez #colewalliser #glambotbts #LiveFromE #goldenglobes @E! News @E! Entertainment ♬ original sound – Cole Walliser
After the shot, she waved and walked away. Many viewers interpreted her quick, minimal engagement as dismissive. Actress Jaime French commented, “My favorite part was when she didn’t look at, speak to, or smile at you.” Holly Robinson Peete added, “You’re so kind! People always look forward to interfacing with you. Not everybody is super friendly though. did she even say hello?”
As the backlash grew, Walliser addressed the situation on Instagram. He explained that Glambot stops are entirely optional for celebrities and praised Lopez for stopping at all. “Glambots are completely elective. Nobody’s forcing you to do these things,” he wrote. “Anybody that stops, I already like you, because you’re taking the time to do my thing!”
Walliser also pointed out how hectic award show red carpets can be. Celebrities are technically at work, promoting films and navigating dozens of interviews. This environment can make small talk difficult. “I didn’t take it personally, I didn’t feel [she was] rude in that moment,” he said. “We were just getting through it.” He emphasized that Lopez was professional and focused, executing the shot perfectly. “She was just down to business,” he added.
Timing was another factor. Lopez arrived near the end of the carpet, when it was almost shutting down. Walliser explained, “The Queen JLO!! She walked the carpet so close to it closing (it might have technically been closed at that point), so I was happy she was able to quickly stop. No messing around — just wham, bam, thank you, GLAM!”
Lopez attended the ceremony to promote her starring role in Kiss of the Spider Woman, a musical adaptation directed by Bill Condon. In the film, she plays Aurora, a fantasy woman created in the mind of an imprisoned man.
The role is one of several recent projects for Lopez, who has balanced acting, music, and business ventures for decades. She released her ninth studio album, This Is Me… Now, in 2024 and continues to star in films like the action-thriller The Mother and the sci-fi epic Atlas.
Cole Walliser, a Canadian filmmaker and music video director, has worked with artists like P!nk, Katy Perry, and Miley Cyrus. His Glambot videos have become a social media phenomenon, capturing celebrities’ red carpet moments in slow motion for millions of fans to watch.
Walliser’s response highlights how brief moments can be misinterpreted on social media and the pressures celebrities face at high-profile events. According to him, Lopez was simply being professional, focused, and aware of the busy, stressful environment around her.
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