A shocking incident has been reported from France during the ongoing Cannes Film Festival, where former beauty queen and Andrea del Val allegedly sustained injuries after being attacked by her celebrity stylist inside a hotel room in Cannes. The incident has triggered widespread concern across the international fashion and entertainment industry.
According to reports, the incident took place on Tuesday at a hotel in Cannes where a dispute between Andrea del Val and her stylist, identified as Laguna, escalated into a violent altercation. The stylist allegedly used a pair of scissors during the attack following a heated argument between the two, resulting in injuries to the model. The matter came to light after the victim shared visuals on social media, which quickly went viral.
#VIDEO // Estilista de certámenes Giovanni Laguna fue arrestado en Francia tras propinarle una brutal golpiza a la reina de belleza Andrea Del Val, Miss Venezuela Global 2024. 🇫🇷💔 pic.twitter.com/t2KCvluZmB
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In the widely circulated footage, Andrea del Val is seen with visible facial injuries and bloodstains, while she is heard accusing the stylist of revealing his “true nature.” The video also shows signs of a struggle inside the hotel room, with belongings scattered, indicating a severe confrontation. The accused stylist is seen seated in the room after the incident, according to reports.
Following the incident, hotel staff reportedly alerted local authorities after hearing loud screams from the room. French police arrived at the scene shortly thereafter and detained the stylist for questioning. Preliminary investigations suggest that a verbal dispute between the two escalated before the alleged attack took place.
Medical officials have confirmed that Andrea del Val sustained injuries but is currently in stable condition and out of danger. However, details regarding the charges against the accused and further legal proceedings have not yet been disclosed. Neither the Cannes Film Festival authorities nor French government officials have issued an official statement regarding the incident so far.
The accused stylist, Laguna, is a well-known figure in the Latin American fashion industry and has worked as a celebrity stylist and creative director for major beauty pageants, including international events. The incident has sent shockwaves through the global fashion community, particularly given its occurrence at a prestigious international platform like Cannes.