Fans were cringing when a clip showed Brad Pitt sidestepping a PDA attempt from Ines de Ramon at the “F1” premiere in New York City on Monday. In the social media clip, de Ramon leans in for a quick kiss while walking the red carpet, but Pitt evades, turning away and moving to speak with another woman approaching them.

The moment sparked online reactions, with many commenters expressing disbelief. One user remarked, “Brad Pitt avoiding Ines kiss again, she thought he was going to kiss her, but he was just crossing to the other side.”

Another posted that Pitt excluded de Ramon from a cast photo taken at the premiere’s reception, suggesting their relationship might be “PR-driven.” A different comment highlighted how Pitt appeared to ignore her during a third attempted kiss, ignoring her like a stranger.

This awkward incident came shortly after they were seen on a double date with Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper in NYC, walking hand-in-hand outside Cote Korean Steakhouse. Despite their public appearances, fans noticed light PDA moments, like Pitt leading de Ramon by the hand and wrapping his arm around her waist, or her tenderly placing her hand on his chest.

The couple was dressed stylishly, with Pitt in a navy suit and de Ramon in a sheer halter top over a feathered skirt, accessorized with platform heels and jewelry. Their recent outings had suggested they were in a good place, especially after Pitt finalized his divorce from Angelina Jolie late last year.

While the viral clip shows a less-than-romantic moment, other photos capture them sharing smiles and light touches, indicating a complex relationship. Fans are now speculating whether the recent tension on the carpet reflects underlying issues or staged moments, but Pitt remains publicly happy with de Ramon, who he’s been dating since late 2022.