Benny Drama Channels Cary Grant at Dior Homme Paris Show

Comedian and actor Benito Skinner, famously known as Benny Drama, braved Paris jet lag to attend the highly anticipated Dior Homme menswear fall 2025 show. Despite waking at 4 a.m. after a night of chocolate biscuits eaten in darkness, Skinner recovered with breakfast at Carette and a visit to the newly reopened Notre Dame Cathedral—setting the perfect Parisian tone for the day ahead.

Channeling Classic Hollywood Elegance

For the Dior show, Skinner drew inspiration from classic Hollywood, deliberately channeling the timeless style of Cary Grant. Working with stylist Brady Lea on his glam preparation, the pair aligned on the same reference point for his hair and overall aesthetic. Skinner praised designer Kim Jones’ vision, saying the blend of masculine pieces with the feminine DNA of the Dior house is “my heaven,” particularly highlighting the collection’s playful mix of sneakers with tailored suits and bows.

Parisian Pleasures and Future Plans

Beyond the fashion show, Skinner’s ideal Paris day involves long dinners featuring multiple beverages, museum visits before LA wakes up, and quality time with boyfriend Terrence O’Connor. Looking ahead, Skinner hopes to return to the City of Light with O’Connor’s mother, who regularly features in their comedic sketches about their playful adversarial relationship. The agenda is already set: buying scarves together, splitting espresso martinis, and gossiping throughout the city—a much-needed break from what Skinner calls his “reign of terror” in sketch comedy.

The comedian’s attendance at Dior underscores his rising influence in fashion circles, blending his signature whimsy with high-fashion moments.