Let’s be honest, the BET Awards were never ready for this. Cam Newton, the NFL’s most fashion-forward quarterback, showed up on the red carpet like he was headed to a floral-themed tea party in outer space. Rocking a sleeveless vest, green scarf, and enough print to make your auntie’s sofa jealous, Cam instantly became the conversation of the night. And yep, the internet did not hold back.
Cam Newton pulled up shirtless in florals and the memes wrote themselves
While some celebs opted for glam and glitter, Cam Newton said, “Nah, let’s give Victorian garden party energy.” He walked in wearing a pink-and-silver floral vest with no shirt underneath (bold). Matching pants that looked straight out of a 1970s wallpaper catalogue. A green polka-dot scarf, olive loafers and of course, a wide-brimmed hat, because… Cam.He didn’t just steal the spotlight, he dragged it away in a wheelbarrow.
Kai Cenat and Druski’s live reaction just made it funnier
Streamer Kai Cenat and comedian Druski saw Cam’s outfit in real time and had the most relatable meltdown. Druski nearly fell out of his seat, laughing, “He look like a tablecloth!” Kai shook his head, stunned, asking, “Why would Cam Newton wear this, bro?!”
Their reaction went viral within minutes and launched an absolute meme storm online.
Social media reactions were savage but hilarious
Twitter/X came alive like it was the Super Bowl, only this time the MVP was Cam’s vest. Here’s what fans had to say:And yet, a few brave souls did stan the drip. One user said, “I don’t see the problem with his fit lol it lowkey is fire” Period.
This isn’t Cam’s first fashion moment and won’t be his last
Cam Newton’s been dressing like this. From his Super Bowl honeybee suit to the oversized ponchos, he’s always played by his own rules. NFL field or fashion field, dude shows up loud.At this point, if he didn’t shock us on a red carpet, that’d be news. Say what you want but Cam understood the assignmentCam Newton didn’t come to play it safe. He came to shut it down, light it up, and make Twitter cry-laugh in the process. Whether it’s iconic or ironic depends on your taste but either way, he won the night.Also read – Fans are betting Bill Belichick breaks up before Cardi B — his love life is now a full-blown market