Pamela Anderson has been branded a 'stunt queen' by a social media commenter as controversy surrounding her alleged fake romance with Liam Neeson resurfaced during her appearance at the amfAR Gala Venezia.
The 59-year-old actress attended the star-studded charity event in Venice on Sunday, 6 September, where she was honoured with amfAR's Award of Courage. But while Anderson's striking orange gown and pared back beauty look attracted praise, some Reddit users focused on her eyebrows before reviving claims that her romance with Neeson had been a publicity stunt.
The allegations remain disputed. While a 2025 report claimed the relationship had been orchestrated as part of the promotional campaign for The Naked Gun, sources close to Anderson and Neeson subsequently insisted that their connection was genuine. Anderson also publicly rejected the suggestion that she takes part in manufactured publicity stunts.
Fans Still 'Can't Forgive' Liam Neeson Romance Controversy
Anderson and Neeson became one of Hollywood's most unexpected pairings during the 2025 promotional campaign for The Naked Gun, in which they played romantic interests.
Their flirtatious interviews and affectionate appearances fuelled speculation that the pair had developed a genuine relationship. Their chemistry became a major part of the film's publicity, with the stars appearing increasingly comfortable together both on screen and at promotional events.
However, in August 2025, a report, citing sources it described as having direct knowledge, claimed that the romance had allegedly been arranged by publicity teams and Paramount as part of the film's promotional campaign.
The claim was disputed soon afterward. A source close to Anderson and Neeson said in an interview that their relationship was genuine, rejecting the suggestion that the pair had never dated privately.
Anderson herself pushed back against the idea of participating in a manufactured romance. During an awards speech in September 2025, she said: 'I do not and will never feed into PR stunts. That would be a death sentence. I'm authentically driven.'
Despite the competing accounts, some social media users continue to believe the relationship was deliberately presented as something it was not.
Under a Reddit post showing Anderson at the Venice gala, one commenter wrote: 'Still can't forgive the fake PR with Liam Neeson last year.'
Another wrote: 'genuinely f***ed with me like why would you do that to us.'
A third appeared shocked by the allegation, asking: 'THAT WAS FAKE??????'
One commenter also branded Anderson a 'stunt queen', while another questioned why she would allegedly participate in such a publicity strategy with Neeson.
The comments reflect the continuing debate among some online users, rather than establishing that the relationship was fake.
Anderson's Eyebrows Become Another Venice Flashpoint
The romance controversy was not the only aspect of Anderson's appearance to attract criticism.
Some Reddit users questioned her understated eyebrows, with one commenter writing: 'She's so beautiful, but I wish she would try another brow shape.'
The criticism was countered by users who defended Anderson's beauty choices and noted that she has deliberately moved away from the heavily made up image associated with much of her earlier career.
'Yeah, but she likes 'em like that, and I like that about her,' one commenter replied, while others praised Anderson for refusing to conform to conventional Hollywood beauty standards.
There was also plenty of positive reaction to her appearance, with users complimenting her overall look and the vivid colour of her gown.
Away from the social media debate, Anderson's appearance at the gala marked an important moment in her career. She received amfAR's Award of Courage and spoke emotionally about her experience with hepatitis C, reflecting on the difficult period following her diagnosis.
The honour provided a powerful backdrop to an evening that nevertheless became another example of the intense scrutiny Anderson continues to face online.
While some users remain convinced that her relationship with Neeson was a publicity exercise, Anderson has consistently rejected that interpretation. Meanwhile, her natural beauty choices continue to divide opinion, ensuring that even a major honour in Venice has become the subject of a fresh social media storm.
