Laufey Sets the Record Straight on Her Name with Photographers at the 2026 Golden Globes Red Carpet

Laufey at the Golden Globes in Beverly Hills on Jan. 11, 2026.
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### Need to Know
– A photographer mix-up occurred during the 2026 Golden Globes red carpet event.
– Laufey addressed a photographer who mistakenly called her “Megan” while she posed for pictures.
– The Gen Z pop singer, who attended the awards for the second time on January 11, humorously acknowledged the incident on Instagram.

Laufey, the acclaimed singer-songwriter, made a splash at the Golden Globes, despite a minor hiccup on the red carpet. While being photographed, the artist, known for her track “Bewitched,” had to correct multiple photographers who confused her name.

In a video shared on Seventeen’s TikTok, several photographers can be heard repeatedly addressing her as “Megan.” In response to the blunder, the 26-year-old singer remarked, “I will say my name isn’t Megan,” and laughed off the incident. She later took to Instagram, posting a recap of the evening with the playful caption “🧡 megan 🧡.”

Laufey in Balenciaga at the 2026 Golden Globes.

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Following the incident, Laufey enjoyed the remainder of the night, showcasing her vibrant spirit in a striking clementine orange Balenciaga gown, which featured elegant pleating and a long train—an apt representation of the current trend of dopamine dressing.

This marks Laufey’s second appearance at the Golden Globes, with her first being in 2024. Interactions between celebrities and photographers have garnered significant attention lately. Notable incidents include actress Millie Bobby Brown, who confronted a photographer at the premiere of “Stranger Things” for demanding she “smile,” and Miley Cyrus, who recently reacted strongly to paparazzi comments regarding her sunglasses at an awards event.