Pamela Anderson's Son Makes Rare Appearance at the Met Gala, Sparking Buzz

A glamorous red carpet moment took an unexpected turn when sharp-eyed viewers noticed something unusual about the 57-year-old Canadian-American star's companion, and the online reactions came swiftly, fueling speculation and curiosity.

Pamela Anderson appeared at the Met Gala with her son, Brandon Thomas Lee, capturing attention with their coordinated look and public presence. The high-profile event took place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute in New York City on Monday, May 5, 2025.

The actress and activist wore a long, glittering gown covered in multicolored stones and crystals. The dress featured a modest neckline and full-length sleeves, blending elegance with intricate detailing. Her makeup was minimal, and she wore her blonde hair in a sleek, chin-length bob with bangs.

Lee, 28, stood beside her in a classic black tuxedo paired with a white shirt and black bow tie. His suit included a subtle jeweled brooch pinned to the left side of his jacket. The look presented a formal and polished appearance, which aligned with the theme of the evening.

While many praised their red carpet moment, some social media followers were quick to notice details in the images that prompted buzz online, particularly Lee's hands.

On Facebook, commenters reacted with curiosity and humor. One person wrote, "He's got six fingers." Another said, "those fingers are the same size they do look strange [sic]." A third commented, "Why does his hand look like it has extra fingers? Lol."

On Instagram, similar remarks followed. One commenter posted, "His hands look AI generated [sic]. Lol, I can't unsee it." Another asked, "What's with his hands?" A different commenter added, "Who is his dad [?]"

TikTok viewers also weighed in, but many shifted focus to his resemblance to his father, Tommy Lee. "Wow her son look so clean cut. Hard to believe Tommy Lee is the father [sic]," quipped one person.

"He looks like better and clean version of Tommy Lee [sic]," divulged yet another netizen.

Lee's appearance at the Met Gala was not just about fashion. It followed a significant year for both him and his mother, Anderson. Lee, who has transitioned from acting to producing, played a key role in shaping the direction of Anderson's recent career revival.

He served as an executive producer on "The Last Showgirl," a film that marked a turning point for the actress. In the film, Anderson portrays Shelly, a longtime Las Vegas dancer facing the end of her career when the revue she performs in shuts down after 30 years.

As she confronts this life change, her estranged daughter, played by Billie Lourd, reenters her life. The performance earned Anderson critical praise and a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama.

For Lee, the recognition meant more than an industry milestone. Speaking about the nomination, he said, "It means the culmination of a very long road and a lot of hard work, and the crescendo of an amazing moment that really only marks the beginning for her."

He noted the emotional weight of the moment, reflecting on how his mother always reminded him that proving herself would be a lifelong journey. "She was going to have to always going to have to prove herself to people, and we would always have to do that,[sic]" he shared.

Over the years, Anderson had become associated with her early roles and public image, from her time as a Playboy Playmate to her iconic part in "Baywatch" and the intense media coverage of her marriage to musician Tommy Lee.

But "The Last Showgirl" offered something different: a role grounded in emotional depth and real-life parallels.

Lee recounted how the script nearly slipped past Anderson entirely. Her former agent reportedly dismissed the project before even presenting it to her. But Lee came across it and immediately sensed its potential.

"When I first laid eyes on it, I wasn't really used to looking at projects like that for Pamela. It was such a breath of fresh air," he explained.

After meeting with director Gia Coppola and producer Robert Schwartzman, he felt confident they could guide the film in the right direction. "It just became such a no-brainer and such a fantastic opportunity," he said.

According to Lee, Anderson instantly connected with the character. "She read it and said, 'I want to do it.' There was no deliberation around it," he recalled.

Filmed in only 18 days on a budget of just over one million dollars, the movie became a collaborative effort focused on craft and storytelling. "It's incredible what can happen when people can put ego and stardom to the side and really make it an art project," Lee said.

The project was another step in Anderson reclaiming her story. Her memoir "Love, Pamela" and the Netflix documentary "Pamela, a Love Story" — both of which Lee was involved in — offered a deeper look at her life beyond the headlines.

These works helped reshape public perception and opened the door for more meaningful roles. "The goal of those projects was to get people to understand and get to know Pamela because there was so much misconception around her," Lee explained.

That shift is starting to show, not only in audience reactions but also within the industry. When actress Jamie Lee Curtis expressed interest in "The Last Showgirl" because Anderson was starring in it, Lee took it as a powerful sign. "It makes me feel incredibly proud," he said.

Lee's presence at the Met Gala also reflects the deeper role he has assumed behind the scenes in shaping his mom's career.

While he remains involved in the business aspects of their family affairs, he emphasized that his involvement is also personal. He described his mission as giving his mother the same kind of support she gave him growing up.

"The reason I got involved, other than for various business reasons — my personal mission was to give my mom the opportunities she gave me as a child," Lee shared. "She would do anything for me. She showed up and was a very good mother. And at a certain point in your life, you become a protector."

From an early age, Lee felt it was his role to stand firm for his family's future. He chose not to exploit the public image that had long been associated with Anderson.

"It would have been very easy for us, or for me, to come up with some sort of scheme to make money off the Pamela that people thought they knew," he added. "It would have meant she wasn't going to be happy, but she would have been making money."

Instead, he focused on giving Anderson the chance to find fulfillment in work that truly reflected who she is. "We turned down a lot of big opportunities, but it just wasn't going to make Pamela feel proud," he stated.

That decision led them to invest their time in more meaningful projects like her memoir and the Netflix documentary. According to Lee, these efforts were about highlighting who Anderson really is, even if it meant passing on more lucrative but less authentic offers.

Those efforts sparked an unexpected but welcome shift in public perception. "I guess it's this acceptance," he mentioned, reflecting on the change. "The category she was in before, she was just very objectified… her whole career was just positioned towards the male gaze."

After the release of the memoir and documentary, he noticed a significant change in support, especially from women. "She wasn't this sex symbol anymore. She was a human being, and I think people were looking at her in a completely new light."

The impact of "The Last Showgirl" further expanded that transformation. While the documentary drew attention, it wasn't until the film's success that Lee saw a real shift in the quality of scripts being offered.

"Yes, there were offers, but it was all geared towards something that she didn't really want," he revealed. "It was not until 'The Last Showgirl' came along that we had something special."

Now, the range of projects coming her way reflects that evolving image. "The opportunities that she has and where she is going to go from this is fantastic," Lee shared. "I think it pushed people who were curious about what they think she could accomplish."

He noted that Anderson has proven her abilities as an actress and confirmed that more acting is definitely in her future. "It's very safe to say that you'll be seeing her on the big screen for some time."

When asked about the Hulu series "Pam and Tommy," which dramatized parts of Anderson's life, Lee kept his response focused on the broader picture.

"I feel like the more people that are talking about Pamela, it just helps us accomplish our mission," he opined. "I don't really have any thoughts on the series itself. We just tend to take what we see and move forward, and that's my thought on it."

Lee's rare Met Gala appearance alongside his mother reflected more than just a stylish outing — it highlighted a pivotal moment in both their personal and professional journeys, as they continue reshaping Pamela Anderson's legacy on her own terms.

Here are other celebrities who have attended the Met Gala with their kids over the years:

2025

Diana and Evan Ross

Stevie Wonder with His Son Kailand Morris and Wife Tomeeka Robyn Bracy

2023

Kate Moss & Lila Grace Moss

2022

Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner

Kate Moss & Lila Grace Moss

2019

The Kardashian-Jenner Clan

Anna Wintour & Bee Carrozzini

2018

Anna Wintour & Bee Carrozzini

2017

Caroline Kennedy & Jack Schlossberg

2016

Anna Wintour & Bee Carrozzini

2015

Anna Wintour & Bee Carrozzini