A security guard has publicly admitted fault after a hotel confrontation involving pop star Chappell Roan and Jude Law’s 11-year-old daughter sparked a major online debate. The incident, which occurred during the Lollapalooza Brazil weekend, left the young girl in tears and led to widespread criticism of the singer before new details emerged about who was really responsible.
The security guard, Pascal Duvier, released a statement on March 25, 2026, clarifying that he was not working for Chappell Roan at the time and that his actions were his own.
The Hotel Incident: What Happened on March 21
The situation began on the morning of March 21, 2026, at a luxury hotel in São Paulo, Brazil. Ada Law, the 11-year-old daughter of actor Jude Law and singer Catherine Harding, was having breakfast with her mother. The family was in town for the Lollapalooza music festival, where Chappell Roan was scheduled to perform.
According to Ada’s stepfather, Brazilian soccer star Jorginho (Jorge Luiz Frello Filho), the young fan noticed Roan eating at a nearby table. Ada walked past the singer’s table, smiled, and looked to confirm it was really her. She did not stop to talk or ask for anything, simply returning to her seat with her mother.
Shortly after, a security guard approached Catherine Harding and Ada’s table. Jorginho described the guard’s manner as “extremely aggressive,” stating that he told the mother she should not allow her daughter to “disrespect” or “harass” other people. The guard also threatened to file a complaint with the hotel management. Ada was left “extremely shaken” and crying.
Jorginho shared his account on Instagram, writing: “I don’t know at what point simply walking past a table and looking to see if someone is there can be considered harassment. It was just a child admiring someone.”
Chappell Roan Responds: “I Did Not Ask the Security Guard”
Facing backlash online, Chappell Roan addressed the situation quickly through her Instagram Stories on March 22. In a video, she denied any involvement.
“I’m gonna tell my half of the story of what happened today with a mother and child who were involved with a security guard who is not my personal security,” Roan said. “I didn’t even see a woman and a child. No one came up to me. No one bothered me.”
The singer explained that she was simply eating breakfast and that the security guard in question was not part of her team. She expressed sadness over the outcome.
“I did not ask the security guard to go up and talk to this mother and child. I did not. It’s unfair for security to just assume someone doesn’t have good intentions when they have no reason to believe as there’s no action been taken. I do not hate children. If you felt uncomfortable that makes me really sad. You did not deserve that.”
Her representative later added that Roan has “zero tolerance” for any kind of aggressive behavior toward fans.
Catherine Harding’s Response
Following Roan’s statement, Ada’s mother Catherine Harding shared her own thoughts on social media. While she acknowledged Roan’s denial, she raised questions about responsibility.
“I know that Chappell has responded saying that it wasn’t her security and that she didn’t do it. One hundred percent this wasn’t a security guard of the hotel. He looks after artists. Now I don’t know if he’s her personal security guard but he was with her,” Harding said.
She continued: “Did she send him to do it? I don’t know. But at the same time you have a responsibility when you are a celebrity that the people who work for you and act on your behalf are acting on your behalf.”
Harding revealed that the incident ruined her daughter’s birthday treat, and they ultimately did not attend Roan’s performance at the festival.
Pascal Duvier’s Apology and Statement
On March 25, 2026, Pascal Duvier, the security guard at the center of the controversy, broke his silence with a public statement posted on Instagram.
“I do not normally address online rumors, but the accusations currently circulating are false and constitute defamation,” Duvier began. “I take full responsibility for the interactions on March 21st.”
Duvier confirmed that he was not working for Chappell Roan at the time.
“I was at the hotel on behalf of another individual, and I was not part of the personal security team of Chappell Roan. The actions I took were not on behalf of Chappell Roan, her personal security team, her management, or any other individuals.”
He explained his decision-making process: “I made a judgment call based on information we obtained from the hotel, events I had witnessed in the days prior and the heightened overall security risk of our location.”
Duvier concluded by acknowledging the outcome: “My sole interaction with the mother was calm and with good intentions, and the outcome of the encounter is regretful.”
Who Is Pascal Duvier
Pascal Duvier, 53, is a highly experienced protection specialist with a long career in celebrity security. He has worked with major stars including Fergie, Kanye West, Charlie Puth, and Adam Levine over the years.
Duvier previously worked for the Kardashian family and was in charge of security when Kim Kardashian experienced a jewelry heist in Paris in 2016. Following that incident, he was reportedly let go from that position, and Kardashian’s insurance company later filed a lawsuit against him, which was settled in 2020.
Duvier is known for his extensive training in Judo and his ability to speak seven languages. He has never been employed by Chappell Roan, as he confirmed in his recent statement.
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The Fallout and Moving Forward
Following the incident, Rio de Janeiro’s mayor Eduardo Cavaliere stated that Roan would not be permitted to perform in the city, citing the hotel incident. Roan’s team has maintained her innocence, emphasizing that she had no knowledge of the interaction and did not direct anyone to approach the family.
The timeline of events shows a situation that escalated quickly based on a security guard’s independent decision. While Pascal Duvier has taken full responsibility for his actions, the incident has sparked wider conversations about celebrity security protocols and how public figures manage the people working around them.
Harding summed up the sentiment shared by many observers: “If it wasn’t her, I hope she learns to maybe not allow the people who work for her to treat people like this.”
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