Jennifer Lopez made headlines for her fierce protective instincts as a mother when she confronted paparazzi at the opening of the Broadway play “Othello.” The singer and actress attended the event on Sunday night with her 17-year-old child, Emma, when a paparazzo got too close for comfort.
Jennifer Lopez brought her 17-year-old child, Emme, as her date to the “Othello” opening.GC Images
Lopez yelled at paps for putting a camera in Emme’s face, according to a spy.GC Images
A “Mama Bear” Moment
As Lopez and Emme were exiting the Ethel Barrymore Theater, a source reported that a large camera lens was thrust into Emme’s face, prompting Lopez to spring into action.
“[Lopez] yelled at the guy. She went mama bear,” the insider told Page Six, emphasizing her protective nature when it comes to her children.
Lopez appeared to have a great time at the show.GC Images
Enjoying the Evening
Despite the incident with the paparazzi, Lopez and Emme seemed to enjoy their evening at the theater. The following day, Lopez shared a video of the two having fun together, captioning it, “Othello premiere with the best date ever.”
Sherri Shepherd revealed she had her own drama at the opening.Paul Zimmerman/Shutterstock
Other Drama at the Premiere
Lopez’s confrontation with the paparazzi wasn’t the only drama at the event. TV host Sherri Shepherd revealed on her show that she was approached by an unnamed celebrity who forcefully turned her around and accused her of shading them. Sources later indicated that the actress in question was Nia Long.
Shepherd revealed on her show Monday that an ‘unnamed celebrity’ accosted her at the opening.Sherri/YouTube
A Star-Studded Affair
The opening night of “Othello” attracted a star-studded audience, including former President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden, who received a standing ovation during the performance. Other notable attendees included Martha Stewart, Samuel L. Jackson, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Christina Baranski. After the show, the guests celebrated with the cast, including Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, at Tavern on the Green.
A source told Page Six Nia Long is the unnamed actress Shepherd was referring to.Johns PKI / SplashNews.com
Former President and First Lady Joe and Jill Biden came out to see Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal for opening night.Bruce Glikas/WireImageYankees star Brett Gardner’s 14-year-old son Miller died of ‘asphyxiation’ during family vacation
Conclusion
Jennifer Lopez’s protective reaction to the paparazzi highlights the lengths a mother will go to safeguard her children. As she continues to navigate the challenges of fame while raising Emme, it’s clear that family remains a top priority for the superstar. The night’s events at the “Othello” premiere serve as a reminder of the complexities of celebrity life and the ongoing scrutiny that comes with it.
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