Sean Penn‘s behavior at the Golden Globes in California was one of the very first things some people noticed. By the time the ceremony moved past its opening moments, the source of the collective annoyance became clear. And it only grew worse for everyone as the night went on.
Actor Sean Penn was seated comfortably at his table, apparently deciding the rules of indoor behavior were optional. Instead of stepping outside like any reasonable adult attending a formal event in California, he stayed put and lit up as if he were sitting alone at home.
Photos soon made the rounds showing Penn casually smoking while chatting with nearby stars. There was no attempt at discretion, no effort to minimize it. This wasn’t a quiet corner or a hallway. This was the middle of a packed awards show at the Beverly Hilton, during the Golden Globes, according to Page Six.
Sean Penn Puts His Habit Above The Law In California
It was a long night for the celebrities. However, as the evening rolled on, it became obvious this wasn’t a one-off moment. Multiple cigarettes reportedly piled up in a glass at his table, making it clear this was a full commitment. For viewers watching, many claimed they could see that the smoke was thick enough to be hovering in the air for everyone to endure. spark confusion, irritation, and more than a few sarcastic comments.
It didn’t take long for social media to catch up. People questioned whether what they were seeing was real, while others expressed disbelief that this could happen so openly. The tone wasn’t shocking. For most, it came across as an annoyance and a blatant disregard for others, as well as the law.
In California, where indoor smoking rules are hardly a mystery, the whole thing felt unnecessarily smug. For many viewers, it wasn’t rebellious or edgy. It was just rude. Per Google, state law prohibits smoking in all enclosed workplaces, except for the locations listed. This includes private residences, except for those licensed as family day care homes. Retail or wholesale tobacco shops are business establishments that have the main purpose of selling tobacco products and smoking accessories.
Social Media Users Disgusted By Sean Penn’s Behavior
Most celebrity news followers are aware that Sean Penn has never been shy about his smoking habit. He’s done it during interviews, press appearances, and festival events, regardless of location. At this point, predictability doesn’t make it less irritating. If anything, it makes it worse.
“Rules don’t apply to him,” one commenter notes.
“Who does he think he is? He should have been tossed out on his butt,” another states.
“Degenerate, leaving his booze-logged butts for someone else to clean,” one more writes.
Penn was nominated for his supporting role in “One Battle After Another,” though he didn’t walk away with the acting award. The film itself had a successful night, winning several major honors. When the night finally ended and the crowd filtered out, the irritation lingered.
While Sean Penn didn’t start a movement or make a statement, he reminded many that entitlement can still cloud a room even during the most polished events.
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