Curious about the latest viral moment from the 2025 Grammy Awards? A red carpet interview involving legendary R&B icon Babyface has sparked widespread discussion online. The unexpected exchange has led to strong reactions from fans and industry figures alike.
From the events that unfolded to the public response, here’s everything you need to know.
Babyface’s interview goes viral as reporter cuts him off
The incident occurred during a red carpet interview with The Associated Press, where Babyface was answering a question when one of the reporters suddenly spotted Roan in the background. Without hesitation, they called out to Roan, effectively sidelining Babyface.
Visibly composed, Babyface graciously relinquished the microphone and stepped aside, saying, “You guys wanna do that? Go do that” (via The Wrap). Despite one of the reporters quickly apologizing, the internet swiftly condemned the exchange as unprofessional and disrespectful. A video of the moment quickly went viral, drawing criticism from fans and fellow musicians alike, including Dionne Warwick, who commented on X, “Am I seeing this right?”
The internet reacted strongly to what many saw as a blatant snub of one of R&B’s most accomplished figures. Social media users voiced their frustration, highlighting the disrespectful nature of the incident—particularly during Black History Month. Several high-profile industry figures, including Warwick, joined the conversation, emphasizing Babyface’s contributions to music and criticizing the reporters’ lack of professionalism.
The Associated Press later issued an apology, acknowledging the mistake and expressing regret for interrupting Babyface’s interview. The reporter responsible, Krysta Fauria, later apologized on the AP livestream, stating:
“I wanted to say that I’m really sorry about interrupting Babyface earlier. I’m a big Babyface fan—as are we all—and so I just wanted to say that I really apologize.”
However, for many, the damage was already done, and the moment became another example of how the music industry sometimes overlooks its veterans in favor of rising stars.
