Summarize this content to 2000 words in 6 paragraphs From Mean Girl moments to dismissive eye rolls, it’s fair to say Apple Martin’s appearance at a debutante ball in Paris over the weekend was memorable for all the wrong reasons. The privileged daughter of Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow and Coldplay singer Chris Martin arguably did her public image no favours on Saturday, as around 20 young women were presented at the Le Bal des Débutantes, held in the $1,000-a-night Hotel Shangri-La.After apparently muscling in on another debutant’s photo opportunity – an act that resulted in 20-year old Apple being compared to Mean Girls character Regina George – she was seen rolling her eyes disdainfully at her eligible date, Count Leo Henckel von Donnersmarck.But despite the negative reaction and inevitable accusations of over privilege and nepotism, a faction of social media followers insist this particular Apple really isn’t rotten to the core. Taking to X, one observer wrote: ‘Apple doesn’t give me bully vibes at all?? Especially with a dad like Chris Martin.’I don’t know for sure ofc cuz I’m not there but that’s just what I see, and of course lots of people of tiktok like to blow things out of proportion.’ [sic] From Mean Girl moments to dismissive eye rolls, it’s fair to say Apple Martin’s appearance at a debutante ball in Paris over the weekend was memorable for all the wrong reasons Despite the negative reaction and inevitable accusations of over privilege and nepotism, a faction of social media followers insist this particular Apple really isn’t rotten to the coreA second paid tribute to Apple and her custom made Valentino gown, adding: ‘Kind of enamored by Apple Martin choosing to make her first big public appearance at Le Bal des Débutantes, very chic albeit archaic. ‘Also adore this custom made Valentino look which took 750 hours to create!’Another wrote: ‘Apple Martin is so gorgeous. That face. That face should be closing a runway. Not that other girl (sorry).’ Referencing the now notorious moment Apple appears to gatecrash fellow debutant photo opportunity, a third wrote: ‘You can CLEARLY see the photographer motion her to stop for a photo and she playfully indulges him. ‘She seems excited to be outside and was just being silly. Y’all better leave Chris Martin’s Apple alone.’ Apple was pictured seemingly rolling her eyes at the dapper Count Leo Henckel von Donnersmarck, who accompanied her to the glitzy event. Before they made their grand entrance at the ball, the young duo were seen chatting together in a video shared to TikTok.Leo, who hails from the Austro-Hungarian noble family House of Henckel von Donnersmarck, made a playful dance gesture as he spoke with Apple, who seemed less amused. Fans praised Apple for her good looks, her stunning Valentino gown and her decision to appear at the debutante’s ball Apple was accused of muscling in on another debutant’s photo opportunity – an act that resulted in the 20-year old being compared to Mean Girls character Regina George Shortly after, Apple visibly rolled her eyes, seemingly in response to a comment her date made. It wasn’t the only time she raised eyebrows at the ball. She was also accused of having a ‘mean girl’ moment, after a clip emerged of her stealing the spotlight from another girl who was having her picture taken.After their chat, Apple and Leo were pictured making their way to the ballroom.Chris and Gwyneth’s eldest child stunned in a strapless sky blue gown from Valentino’s Spring 2025 collection as she gracefully danced with her eligible date.While the débutantes take centre stage, each is paired with a ‘cavalier’ who are often young men from similarly distinguished backgrounds, to make their grand entrance at the ball. Apple was seen rolling her eyes at her date, Count Leo Henckel von Donnersmarck, who accompanied her to a debutante ball in Paris over the weekend The pair were seen making their arrival for the swanky event, with Apple stunning in a strapless sky blue gown from Valentino’s Spring 2025 collectionLeo is the son of film director Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck and Christiane Asschenfeldt, the first International Executive Director of Creative Commons.He is the descendant of a large and noble Austro-German family who were central figures of the 2nd Industrial Revolution, spearheading technological innovations like mild steel puddling metal factories, three-high rolling mills and soda-pulping in Germany.Aside from his family connections, little is known Apple’s date, who has just two Instagram posts. His most recent one includes snaps of him and Apple at the ball. It is believed he attends Columbia University in New York City and is part of the university rowing club as he has tagged both in his bio. In a video circulating on TikTok Apple visibly rolled her eyes, seemingly in response to a comment her date made, before they entered the ballroom Other images from the evening showed the pair in much higher spirits Leo, who hails from the Austro-Hungarian noble family House of Henckel von Donnersmarck, made a playful dance gesture as he spoke with Apple, who seemed less amused Apple’s dashing plus one Leo hails from the Austro-Hungarian noble family House of Henckel von Donnersmarck Leo is the son of film director Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck and Christiane Asschenfeldt, the first International Executive Director of Creative Commons; Florian (C) pictured with his kids (L-R) Cacile, Alexis, Lara and Leo in 2020Last year, Leo’s sister Countess Lara Cosima made her debut at the prestigious event.During the evening, Leo cut a very dapper figure in a black morning suit coat pair with a white shirt and bow tie and black trousers.Leo and Apple linked arms as they entered the luxury ballroom before she blew a kiss to her proud father Chris.The Coldplay star playfully tapped her date on the arm as they made their way pass their dinner table.The pair later took their positions on the dancefloor and gracefully waltz around the room with Leo carefully dipping Apple.Her famous parents Chris and Gwyneth couldn’t take their eyes of their daughter.Apple’s mom Gwyneth attended with ex-husband Chris and their son Moses, 18, as well as her mother Blythe Danner, to celebrate her.Many people were left shocked by Apple’s behavior after a clip emerged of her stealing the spotlight from another girl who was having her picture taken. It wasn’t the only time she raised eyebrows at the ball. She was also accused of having a ‘mean girl’ moment, after a clip emerged of her stealing the spotlight from another girl who was having her picture taken; seen with GwynethThe other debutante was seen taking her turn posing for the camera when Martin appeared from behind and sashayed into the shot.Posing with her hands on her hips, Martin edged her way into the frame – forcing the other girl out.The debutante could do nothing but look on with an awkward laugh, as Martin proceeds to pout and pose for several photos.Eventually, she finishes and steps out of the way – almost cutting off another debutante who is waiting for her turn for a picture in the process.The move did not go down well on social media after the footage, taken by French outlet Paris Match, was shared on TikTok.’How Obnoxious and entitled she is,’ one viewer wrote.’Oh wow, why did Apple do that? Let the other girl have a moment,’ another added.’Not a good behavior for such an event,’ a third person agreed, while another described it as ‘giving Regina George’ in reference to the notorious queen bee in the movie Mean Girls.The Vanderbilt University student has mostly kept out of the public eye, but has decided to begin a new chapter in her life.The family joined an exclusive list of attendees who are all personally invited by the ball’s host, Ophélie Renouard. Apple’s mom Gwyneth attended with ex-husband Chris Martin and their son Moses, 18, as well as her mother Blythe Danner, to celebrate herRenouard invites her guests based on their appearance, intelligence, and family connections.The event is billed as a charity fundraiser and will benefit two entities connected with children’s health, according to Hello!Debutantes on the list of attendees include European royalty as well as the daughters of A-list celebrities.Ava Philippe, 25, the daughter of Oscar winner Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Philippe, attended in 2017. Emily in Paris star, Lily Collins, 35, made her debut in 2007.DailyMail.com has contacted a representative for Apple for comment.
