Who Is Pascal Duvier? Chappell Roan's Bodyguard at the Center of 'Bullying' Controversy

Pascal Duvier, a security guard who has worked with celebrity clients, was allegedly involved in an incident during recent appearances with Chappell Roan that has been widely shared online. Videos show him moving members of the public away from the singer in crowded settings, including public walkways and event venues.

One encounter took place at a hotel in São Paulo, where Duvier allegedly approached a young fan. According to the Daily Mail and accounts shared by football star Jorginho, the girl was with her family when the interaction occurred. Jorginho said the exchange left his daughter 'extremely shaken' and in tears.

Roan said she did not ask any member of her team to approach the fan and issued a public apology. She said the individual involved was not part of her personal security team and that she had not been aware of the interaction at the time.

Background and Work in Celebrity Security

Duvier previously worked as a bodyguard for Kim Kardashian and was linked to her security team during a 2016 robbery in Paris, according to the BBC. At the time, he was assigned to accompany other members of her group and was not present when the robbery took place.

The case led to legal action from insurers, which was settled in 2020 without an admission of liability. Following the incident, increased attention was placed on how public figures manage personal security, particularly in relation to real-time location sharing and public appearances.

Details of the São Paulo Incident

The São Paulo incident involved the daughter of Jorginho, who said his family was staying at the same hotel as the singer during a music event in the city. He said his daughter recognised Roan while passing by during breakfast and briefly looked towards her table.

In a social media post cited by Rolling Stone, Jorginho said Duvier approached the table and spoke in what he described as an 'aggressive' manner, warning that the behaviour could be considered inappropriate. He said the encounter caused distress and led the family to change their plans for the day. No official complaint outcome has been made public.

Security Protocols in Public Settings

The incident has raised questions about how security staff manage public interactions in crowded environments. According to the Security Industry Authority, close protection officers may take preventative action when individuals approach a client at close range.

Such measures can include positioning themselves between a client and others nearby or directing people away from immediate proximity. These decisions are often made quickly based on the surrounding environment and perceived risk.

Response and Ongoing Attention

Roan said she was not directly involved in the incident and apologised to the family, stating that no one had approached her directly and that she had not requested any intervention. Her team said security arrangements can vary depending on location and local coordination.

In a statement shared on Instagram, Duvier said the allegations were 'false' and described them as defamation. He said he was working on behalf of another individual at the hotel and was not part of Roan's personal security team. He added that his interaction with the family was 'calm' and based on a 'judgment call' following security information and previous observations, and said the outcome was 'regretful'.

The footage has been widely shared online, with differing responses from viewers. No further action involving Duvier has been announced.