Chrissy Teigen narrowly missed a wardrobe malfunction while attending the 2026 American Music Awards on Monday, May 25.
Teigen, 40, was accompanied by her husband while walking the red carpet in a bright orange gown on Monday. When she stopped to pose for photos, the heel of Teigen’s shoe got caught in her beaded dress.
Legend, 47, was quick to jump into action, attempting to detangle his wife’s foot from her dress. At one point, another woman stepped in to help, too. They finally got Teigen’s heel detached, but not before a few beads fell off the dress. They could be seen on the carpet as Teigen and Legend continued to pose for photos.
Despite the mishap, both Teigen and Legend were all smiles as the night continued.
Teigen attended Monday’s awards ceremony alongside her husband, who took the stage to present Karol G with the International Artist Award of Excellence.
“What a pleasure to be back here at the American Music Awards to present this very special award, the International Artist of Excellence Award,” Legend told the crowd. “This is a rare and high honor that’s gone to some of the most iconic superstars of our times. Global sensations who have made music history and changed culture worldwide.”
Legend told the crowd that he thinks “the world” of Karol, 35.
“There are artists who make hits and then there are artists who make history. Just last month, she became the first Latino artist in history to ever headline Coachella,” he continued. “This summer, she launches the Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour, selling two million tickets in four days and expanding from 39 to 63 stadium shows worldwide. That’s not just a fan base, that’s a movement.”
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Legend noted that it was “an honor” to present Karol with the award on Monday.
“What an honor, John, that you gave me this award. It’s legend. This is going to be a legend moment in my career for sure,” she said when accepting the award. “I feel very, very grateful. First of all, thank you, God. He allows me to live the most incredible, amazing experience in my life. I want to say that more than anything, this career has given me the most important thing in my life: purpose.”
Karol continued, “I found purpose through my music. I’m just happy that I can perform a song, and I can say things in my songs that become a voice for a lot of people. A healing place, a safe place, and I just think that my life is meaningful because of my music and to help others through it.”
