Celebrities often go to great lengths to avoid the paparazzi, but sometimes their disguises are more attention-grabbing than a red carpet entrance. From donut pillows to gas masks, here are nine of the least convincing celebrity disguises that fooled nobody.
Katy Perry's Donut Pillow
In 2009, Katy Perry arrived at Miami International Airport covered in a giant plush donut pillow. She described it as 'the best paparazzi shield,' but walking through an airport dressed as a donut raised eyebrows even if unrecognised. The disguise failed to prevent photographers from snapping her.
Millie Bobby Brown's Box Over the Head
In 2023, Millie Bobby Brown arrived at Milan's Malpensa Airport with a cardboard box over her head. She had drawn a face on the box, matching it to her lavender outfit. Despite the effort, she was still photographed.
Justin Bieber's Gas Mask
During his Believe tour in London in 2013, Justin Bieber covered his face with a gas mask. According to a source quoted by US Weekly, 'Justin's close friend, Julian Keyz also wears it to pretend he's Justin and throw people off as they're the same height.' The disguise was more for fun than serious concealment.
Jennifer Lopez's Napkin
In 2002, Jennifer Lopez dined at the Ivy Beverly Hills with then-husband Cris Judd. When paparazzi arrived, she held a napkin over her face, leaving photographers with only a shot of Cris Judd's poker-faced stare.
Brad Pitt's Woolly Hat
In 1995, Brad Pitt attempted to avoid photographers at a New York Starbucks by pulling his woolly hat down to cover his entire face. He still got photographed, and it's unclear how he saw where he was going.
Melissa McCarthy and Sandra Bullock's Fishermen Costumes
In 2013, Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy went trick-or-treating with their kids in matching yellow fishermen costumes with long grey beards. They were photographed but likely enjoyed a good haul of candy.
Dustin Hoffman's Bag on the Head
Dustin Hoffman once left a handbag shop and put a bag on his head, complete with eyeholes, to tease paparazzi. He has also hidden behind tree branches and newspaper kiosks.
Lily Allen's Duvet
In 2009, Lily Allen walked the streets of Manhattan wrapped in a duvet covering her face and body. She was still photographed, but the duvet kept any unseasonal weather at bay.
Tobey Maguire's Snowboard
At the Sundance Film Festival in 2005, Tobey Maguire covered his face with a snowboard to avoid paparazzi. The disguise failed to prevent photographers from snapping him.
