Jonathan Bailey is setting the record straight after a viral red carpet kiss with Scarlett Johansson at the Jurassic World Rebirth premiere. His message? Affection among friends should be celebrated, not questioned.
A Red Carpet Moment That Took Over Social Media
On Monday, June 23, at the star-studded New York premiere of Jurassic World Rebirth, co-stars Jonathan Bailey and Scarlett Johansson shared a spontaneous kiss on the lips—sending fans and media into a frenzy. Cameras captured the lighthearted moment as the duo embraced on the red carpet, joined by fellow cast members Mahershala Ali and Rupert Friend.
The footage quickly made its rounds online, igniting a wave of speculation and excitement across social platforms. But Bailey isn’t letting the buzz spiral out of context.
Jonathan Bailey Speaks Out: “Love Comes in Many Forms”
Bailey responded to the online chatter with clarity and warmth:
“I believe in being able to show love in all different ways. And if you can’t kiss your friends… life’s too short not to.”
Later, in a separate interview, Bailey reflected on the broader significance of his role in such a major blockbuster film as an openly gay actor.
“There are moments where, yes, you have to be excellent to prove that you can do it. There’s the weight of history. Brilliant people have paved the way, changing how sexuality is perceived.”
He continued:
“Any prejudice against sexuality is something we must challenge. What better way to do that than by playing any character, without limits?”
Bailey also highlighted the evolving landscape of casting in Hollywood:
“In the past, openly gay actors weren’t cast in straight roles—and there weren’t even gay roles to audition for. That’s changed in a big way.”
A Pattern of Playful Affection
This isn’t the first time Bailey and Johansson stirred headlines with a red carpet kiss. Just a few days earlier, on June 18, they shared a similar peck during the London world premiere of the film. The affectionate gesture drew widespread attention once again—especially given Bailey’s openness about his sexuality and Johansson’s long-standing marriage to Saturday Night Live star Colin Jost, whom she married in 2020.
Scarlett & Colin: Premiere Power Couple
At the New York premiere, Johansson and Jost arrived in style, turning heads in coordinated white outfits. Johansson wowed in a white gown adorned with delicate floral accents, featuring a corseted bodice and flowing mermaid silhouette. Jost kept it cool and casual in a white linen suit, classic white shirt, and sneakers—a stylish contrast that matched the glamour of the evening.
What to Expect in Jurassic World Rebirth
The newest chapter in the iconic franchise, Jurassic World Rebirth, is set five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion (2022). Scarlett Johansson leads the action as Zora, a covert operations specialist on a high-stakes mission to retrieve genetic material from the planet’s three largest dinosaurs.
Her team’s journey takes them to a remote equatorial habitat—but things go off course when they encounter a family of civilians whose boat was attacked by aquatic dinos. Stranded together on a mysterious island, the two groups uncover a shocking secret hidden from the world for decades.
With jaw-dropping action, powerful performances, and unexpected heart, Jurassic World Rebirth is shaping up to be this summer’s biggest blockbuster.
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