Naomi Campbell Defends Miley Cyrus After Viral Fan Snub Clip at London Signing Sparks Backlash

Naomi Campbell has defended Miley Cyrus following online backlash over the singer's behaviour during a fan signing event in London.

Criticism erupted after a video from Cyrus' album signing at Rough Trade East on 21 June appeared to show the singer engaging in conversation with Campbell while seemingly ignoring a fan waiting beside them. The brief clip went viral on social media, prompting accusations of rudeness and leading Campbell to issue a public statement in support of Cyrus.

Posting to Instagram, Campbell praised Cyrus' conduct at the event, writing: 'Your energy, memory and graciousness were unreal with our fans. We felt your love and adored meeting you.'

Fans Divided Over Viral Moment

The video went viral on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), with one fan commenting, 'This is literally the most rude thing I've ever seen and it makes me so sad... the way she didn't even acknowledge and barely looked at that fan?'

Others, however, defended Cyrus, arguing that such events are fast-paced and difficult to navigate with personalised attention.

'They have hundreds of fans to meet. I don't blame them for not giving one-on-one attention to every person,' one user commented.

Despite the mixed response, attendees noted that the signing was free and that many received a vinyl copy of Cyrus's latest album as a gift, personally covered by the singer.

Vinyl Giveaway: A Generous Gesture

Miley Cyrus surprised fans by covering the cost of each signed record at the Rough Trade East event. The gesture formed part of her promotional campaign for Something Beautiful, her new video album, which debuted on 30 May. The album includes the track Every Girl You've Ever Loved, featuring Naomi Campbell performing spoken-word verses.

The charitable gesture helped soften online criticism, with some fans praising the singer's dedication to her audience and noting that she 'paid for everything' and 'still met as many people as she could'.

Glamour, Gratitude and Global Reach

Campbell, 54, and Cyrus, 31, appeared together at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York on 6 June, where they discussed the creative process behind the music and its visual counterpart. The supermodel features in the album's visuals and wore a sheer black lace dress at the London event, while Cyrus opted for an oversized grey blazer and sunglasses.

Cyrus later posted about their evening on Instagram, writing: 'Laughing with you is my favourite,' and thanked Campbell for joining her in both London and New York.

'Something Beautiful' Keeps Momentum Despite Controversy

The Rough Trade signing formed part of a limited promotional tour for Something Beautiful, which has gained popularity not only for its music but also for its high-profile collaborations and visuals. Although the viral video attracted unwanted attention, it also fuelled discussion around the record, keeping Cyrus and Campbell trending across social media platforms.

Fans have continued to share photographs and stories from the event, with many expressing appreciation for what they described as a 'rare and generous' signing. As the record climbs the charts and sparks ongoing discussion, both artists appear to be embracing their message of connection, beauty and creativity, despite the controversy.