Suni Lee left stunned and awkward as Jeremiah Brown’s controversial prank shocks IShowSpeed Sp audience

Olympic Star Suni Lee Caught Off Guard at IShowSpeed’s Los Angeles Premiere

Suni Lee, the celebrated Olympic gymnast, found herself in an unexpected situation on October 1, 2025, during the premiere of IShowSpeed’s new YouTube series, “Speed Goes Pro!” held in Los Angeles. While Lee graced the red carpet with other celebrities, an encounter with Love Island USA’s Jeremiah Brown took a surprising turn, capturing the crowd’s attention.

Suni Lee Faces a Surprising Prank at Star-Studded Premiere

Sporting a striking red ensemble, Suni Lee was greeted by Jeremiah Brown, who is known for his stint on Love Island USA. As they exchanged pleasantries, Brown extended his hand for a handshake but playfully retreated, breaking into a dance. This spontaneous move left Lee visibly startled, and the moment quickly went viral on Instagram, prompting a flurry of reactions from fans.

The popular page, Planet of Gymnastics, shared the clip with the caption, “My worlds colliding… but at what cost @sunisalee x @findjeremiah.” While some fans found humor in the prank, others felt it was awkward and publicly embarrassing for Lee. In response, Brown addressed the comments, reassuring followers by stating, “We are literally friends, are y’all okay? .”

Jeremiah Brown’s Journey and Prank’s Impact

Jeremiah Brown initially rose to fame on the seventh season of Love Island USA, where he entered the villa on Day 1 and exited by Day 16. Outside reality TV, Brown has built a successful modeling career, working with notable brands like Adidas, Playboy, and True Religion. Despite his playful intention at the premiere, fans noted the gymnast’s discomfort, suggesting the joke may have gone too far.

IShowSpeed’s Livestream Adds to Suni Lee’s Unease

The event also included a livestream hosted by IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Jason Watkins Jr. During the broadcast, he introduced Suni Lee to viewers. “That’s Suni Lee. It’s part of one of the episodes coming out. This is so scary,” he commented, as the gymnast waved and moved aside.

Lee, who admitted it was her first experience on a livestream, expressed her nervousness. iShowSpeed attempted to reassure her, saying, “What are you so scared for? You’ve seen a lot of people watching before. It’s fine.”

From Olympic Glory to Unexpected Moments

Despite the tense moments, Suni Lee’s track record speaks volumes. She rose to stardom with her all-around gold and uneven bars bronze at the Tokyo 2021 Olympics and garnered further success at the Paris 2024 Olympics with two additional bronze medals. Her collegiate career at Auburn University also highlighted her prowess as a national champion on the balance beam.

Yet, the Los Angeles premiere presented a different challenge—one that highlighted the unpredictability of live events and celebrity interactions.