Robin Thicke, Selena Gomez And More Pull Up In White Ensembles For The Annual Malibu Chili Cook Off
By Afouda Bamidele on September 3, 2024 at 9:00 AM EDT
The 2024 Malibu Chili Cook-off was a star-studded affair, with several A-listers stepping out to enjoy the event's savory and spicy delights.
The latest edition of the annual affair marks its 42nd run of curating a mix of dining, music, carnival attractions, and, of course, chili to satisfy both adults and children.
As local restaurants and chefs battled for culinary supremacy from August 30 to September 2, some of Hollywood's finest pulled up to support them while enjoying quality time with their loved ones.
AJ McLean Reunites With His Ex-Wife At The 42nd Malibu Chili Cook-Off
As seen in the pictures obtained, the last day of the Malibu Chili Cook-off brought out celebrities in droves. The list included singers like AJ McLean, who attended the event with his ex-wife Rochelle Deanna Karidis and their daughters.
The "Backstreet Boys" member flaunted his tattoos in a white t-shirt and matching baseball, opting for shorts in the Summer heat. His daughters Elliott and Lyric also rocked shorts, while Karidis wore jeans.
The family's reunion at the cook-off comes a year after McLean announced his temporary separation from Karidis after 12 years. The Blast noted the pair wished to "work on themselves" and promised to reunite; unfortunately, they divorced.
Robin Thicke Spices Up The Cook-Off With His Fiancée
Another family at the event was Robin Thicke, his fiancée April Love Geary, and two of their three children. Like McLean, the "Blurred Lines" singer donned an all-white ensemble featuring a t-shirt and sweatpants.
Meanwhile, his stunning partner flaunted her model figure in a pink sundress while their children donned casual outfits. The family walked side-by-side, with Geary firmly holding the kids as they checked out the event.
Thicke and Geary's united front comes a year after the pair made waves for a drunken incident. The Blast shared that the pair were captured arguing over the singer's inebriation and "embarrassing" attempt to gain entry into The Fleur Room, an A-list club.
Jeremy Allen White Steps Out Without Rosalía
While most stars attended the event with their significant other, Jeremy Allen White showed up from the Malibu event without his lover, Rosalía. Instead, he enjoyed the event with his daughters, Ezer and Dolores.
The "Shameless" actor followed the white theme by rocking white trousers and carrying a white bag that was presumably filled with items for his kids. He shares the girls with his estranged wife, Addison Timlin, a marriage that ended in May 2023.
While Timlin's absence from the cook-off wasn't unsurprising, Rosalía's was. The Blast noted the pair sparked dating rumors amid the actor's divorce, frequently flaunting their bond with PDA moments from visiting the farmer's market to sharing a smoke break at a WeHo parking lot.
Katharine McPhee And David Foster Bond With Their Son
The list of entertainers at the Malibu Chili Cook-off continued with Canadian record producer David Foster, spending quality time with his family. He and his wife, Katharine McPhee, were spotted walking with their son, Rennie, between them.
Foster and McPhee showed off their couple goals in matching white tees but donned different jackets over them. The pair walked while holding their son's hands, blocking the sun with similar dark shades.
Their loving appearance comes two months after Foster faced backlash for calling his wife "fat" in a resurfaced clip. The Blast reported that the video captured McPhee's recollection of the pair's meeting on "American Idol."
She noted she was "a little chubby" during her time on the show; however, Foster took it further by declaring: "Oh, yeah, you were fat." Although some fans noted he was joking, most bashed his comment as "insensitive" and "hurtful."
Selena Gomez And Her Rumored Fiancé Hold Hands At The Malibu Chili Cook-off
Another famous couple spotted at the 42nd Malibu Chili Cook-off was Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco. The adorable pair tried to go incognito by hiding their faces behind black nose masks, but their famous features couldn't be missed.
Gomez matched the white theme with a loose halterneck top and matching pants, while Blanco brought the color in a bright green shirt and plain trousers. The couple, well known for their PDA, kept it simple by holding hands.
Their cute appearance at the cook-off comes weeks after they sparked engagement rumors. The Blast reported that internet sleuths noticed Gomez had followed CMG Weddings & Events' TikTok page weeks after teasing a possible proposal.
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco are yet to confirm or deny the engagement rumors, but no ring has been spotted on the "Love On" singer's wedding finger.
