Janelle Monae slammed for 'inappropriate outfit' at 'family friendly' NBA game - but others call it 'All-Star highlight'

SINGER and actress Janelle Monae divided the NBA All-Star crowd with a "stunning" choice of outfit.

The eight-time Grammy nominee, 37, left basketball fans speechless with her daring look on Sunday night.

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Monae appeared in the All-Star Celebrity Game earlier this weekend, suiting up for coach Dwyane Wade’s team in Salt Lake City.

The Glass Onion star wore the iconic #23 jersey of Michael Jordan and LeBron James fame - but failed to land a single bucket in the contest.

She returned to the stadium on Sunday ahead of the All-Star Game, hitting the stage to promote her new single Float.

Monae arrived at the Vivint Arena in a striking outfit - but many fans worried that it didn't fit in with the "family-friendly" nature of the event.

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She wore a stunning catsuit featuring sheer panels, and paired the outfit with knee-high black boots.

Janelle's racy look immediately set the internet ablaze, with basketball fans divided on whether it was "inappropriate."

One fan commented: "Not appropriate for a family event."

While another said: "This is a family show, yes or no?"

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And a third agreed: "I don't understand that outfit for that assignment, but Janelle Monae is beautiful as always."

However, other NBA fans came out in support of Monae's dress, with one declaring her outfit the "highlight of All-Star weekend."

Another said: "She looks FIRE. Unreal."

While a second added: "I can’t believe she lets us look at her for free."

And one person laughed: "Basketball is a beautiful sport."

Monae was recently snubbed at the Golden Globes for her breakthrough performance in Netflix's smash Glass Onion.

The film — the streaming service’s No. 1 festive movie — was nominated for a best motion picture award and her co-star Daniel Craig for best actor.

Monae was on the bill during All-Star weekend alongside Burna Boy, Jewel, Post Malone, Rema, Tems, and Vin Diesel.

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Sunday's All-Star Game was marred by injuries to key players as Team Giannis defeated Team LeBron 184-175.

Neither James nor Giannas finished the clash, with the Greek Freak hurting his wrist just moments into the contest.

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