Venus Williams encountered an unfortunate wardrobe malfunction during the live broadcast of the 2022 Academy Awards.
The incident occurred as her collaborator, Will Smith, shocked the audience by slapping Chris Rock during his acceptance speech for Best Actor.
The 41-year-old tennis superstar arrived at the prestigious event in a beautiful white Elie Saab gown.
However, her plunging neckline proved to be problematic as she watched Smith deliver his controversial and emotional speech.
The live ABC broadcast briefly captured the wardrobe malfunction, exposing Williams.
As Smith took the stage, the camera cut to Venus sitting with her sister Serena, both engrossed in the moment.
Online fans quickly noticed the wardrobe malfunction, as her skimpy top appeared to shift to the side, revealing more than intended.
Williams tried to cover herself by placing one arm over her bust.
During the broadcast, the camera repeatedly cut to an Oscars logo, although it remains unclear whether it was related to the wardrobe malfunction.
Prior to this incident, Will Smith had slapped presenter Chris Rock in response to a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith's hair, comparing it to Demi Moore's shaved head in the movie “G.I.
Jane.”
Pinkett Smith had shaved her head due to alopecia-related bald spots.
Many viewers took to Twitter to discuss the brief exposure, but it was overshadowed by Smith's altercation with Rock.
One user asked if anyone else had noticed Venus Williams' nip slip, while another criticized those around her, including Serena, for not noticing it sooner.
Despite their concerns, it is uncertain whether anyone near her actually saw the wardrobe malfunction, as they were all focused on the stage and Smith's speech.
Some Twitter users made light of the situation and humorously remarked that Will Smith's actions had stolen all the attention that night.
They joked that Venus Williams' nip slip would not even make it into the top 10 highlights of the Oscars.
Another viewer likened the chaotic ceremony to an episode of “The Jersey Shore,” with both the assault and wardrobe malfunction contributing to the chaos.
Despite the mishap, Venus Williams maintained her confidence and attended the Vanity Fair Oscars Party wearing another stunning low-cut white dress.
