It all went down during Ross’ influencer-stacked event — an over-the-top spectacle of live streaming madness, celebrity drama,and headline-worthy face-offs. But amid the noise and commotion, one quiet moment managed to steal the show. The infamous kiss cam panned to none other than Bronx-born rap star Ice Spice and Pro Bowl NFL cornerback Sauce Gardner, a duo whose rumored relationship has had the internet buzzing for months.

What followed? Nothing. No lean-in. No grin. No coy gesture. Just two mega-stars sitting side by side, frozen under the stadium spotlight like mannequins. The tension was unmistakable, and fans were quick to notice the lack of interaction.

Social Media Spirals Into a Frenzy

In true internet fashion, it took mere minutes for clips of the awkward silence to go viral. Memes, reaction videos, and speculation flooded social media platforms. The chemistry — or lack thereof — between the chart-topping rapper and the NFL star became the subject of intense scrutiny. The moment was particularly shocking considering their history. Since being spotted on a shopping trip in New Jersey back in February, Ice Spice and Gardner have sparked relationship rumors with nearly every public appearance.

They’ve been seen together at several high-profile events, including the glitzy Vanity Fair Oscars after-party in March, where they were photographed leaving in the same vehicle. Then came the now-viral Instagram post — a shot of Ice Spice opening the door to Sauce’s matte gray Rolls Royce, a move fans viewed as confirmation of a budding romance.

But the kiss cam moment? It felt like a record scratch. Fans expecting fireworks were instead served pure static.

Dana White Chimes In — And Doesn’t Hold Back

Adding fuel to the already blazing internet fire was UFC president Dana White, who gave his unfiltered take on the situation. His reaction quickly made its rounds across TikTok, X, and just about every group chat keeping up with celebrity gossip. White, known for speaking his mind, didn’t mince words.

Ice Spice and Sauce Gardner got roasted by Dana White for ignoring the kiss cam at Adin Ross' boxing event.

"That's her boyfriend? They're acting like they don't even fuckin' know each other."
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— No Jumper (@nojumper) April 12, 2025

“That’s her boyfriend? They’re acting like they don’t even f****** know each other,” he reportedly said, following up with, “It’s like they’re devastated that the kiss cam was on. The f***?”

His blunt commentary echoed what many fans were already thinking: if they are dating, why the awkwardness? And if they’re not, what’s with all the joint outings and cryptic content?

Spotlight Pressure and Public Personas

To be fair, both Ice Spice and Sauce Gardner have a lot more going on than a single viral moment. Ice Spice — born Isis Gaston — has experienced a meteoric rise since her breakout hit “Munch (Feelin’ U).” With co-signs from icons like Drake and Cardi B, a Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, and the release of her debut album Y2K!, she’s cemented herself as a central figure in New York’s new wave of hip-hop.

Sauce Gardner, meanwhile, is no stranger to the spotlight himself. A standout at the University of Cincinnati and now one of the NFL’s most elite cornerbacks, Gardner has crafted a name both on and off the field. With both stars being young, high-profile, and internet-savvy, it's no surprise that fans hang onto their every move.

So… What’s Really Going On?

For now, neither Ice Spice nor Gardner has commented on the kiss cam incident. Maybe they were caught off guard. Maybe they’re keeping things private. Or maybe, just maybe, we’ve all been reading into it a bit too much. But with Dana White tossing playful jabs and fans dissecting every frame, one thing is crystal clear: this won’t be the last time the rumored couple finds themselves trending.

Whether it was a case of stage fright, a carefully chosen moment of non-interaction, or something deeper, the kiss cam freeze has added a whole new layer of intrigue to their ongoing “are-they-or-aren’t-they” saga. Stay tuned — because this story is far from over.