Reality TV personality and successful entrepreneur Kim Kardashian was caught on camera making a frantic plea during the 2025 Academy Museum Gala on October 18, according to a lipreader.

The 44-year-old mother of four made a striking entrance at the event in California, sporting a Maison Margiela couture nude outfit with a full-face mask that concealed her identity, leaving fans surprised.

While Kardashian revealed she had a full face of makeup on under the unique nude attire, she encountered difficulty seeing and almost stumbled, prompting her plea for assistance.

A lipreading expert, Nicola Hickling, analyzed a video clip showing Kardashian being guided into the gala, where she expressed her distress and inability to see clearly under the mask.

Hickling deciphered Kardashian’s words as she anxiously requested not to be left alone, emphasizing her need for assistance due to her limited vision.

Despite the initial unease, Kardashian regained her composure with the help of her assistant and confidently moved forward at the event. However, her outfit choice left many supporters puzzled.

Completing her ensemble with a dazzling crystal choker necklace and matching ring, Kardashian shared a light-hearted video with her makeup artist before the gala, showcasing her humor and preparation for the event.

While opinions on her attire varied, some fans drew comparisons to her previous masked appearance at the 2021 Met Gala with Kanye West, sparking mixed reactions on social media.

The event followed a celebration for Kylie Jenner’s makeup brand, Kylie Cosmetics, where Kardashian and Jenner coordinated in eye-catching latex dresses, making a memorable statement in the fashion world.