Imagine going about your workday, focused and unaware that a momentary blunder will soon be witnessed by millions across the world.

That’s what happened to Italian journalist Costanza Calabrese during a live broadcast of TG5 news in 2016, and the mishap quickly became an internet sensation.

The Slip-Up That Caught Everyone’s Attention Costanza Calabrese, a journalist known for her role in various Italian films, became a viral sensation after a wardrobe mishap during a late-night news broadcast. This seemingly ordinary news segment turned into a moment that would forever be etched in the minds of viewers.

At 38 years old, Calabrese was calmly delivering the evening news while seated at what appeared to be a normal desk. However, the desk was far from typical—it was completely transparent. Initially, everything appeared to be business as usual. The camera zoomed in on her upper body, focusing on her as she spoke. But as the camera panned back to show a wider shot of the desk, the situation took an unexpected turn.

The wardrobe malfunction became apparent when Calabrese unknowingly revealed more than she intended, thanks to the glass desk. It quickly triggered a moment reminiscent of the infamous “Basic Instinct” scene, and viewers couldn’t help but notice.

The video quickly went viral, accumulating millions of views. The internet buzzed with reactions, and the incident was soon turned into an unforgettable viral moment.

The Social Media Reaction Naturally, social media erupted with commentary. Some viewers expressed sympathy for Calabrese, criticizing the production team for not alerting her to the situation.

💬 “Poor woman! Someone on set should have warned her!” one comment read.

Others were more curious about how her dress ended up so high in the first place.

💬 “How did her dress even ride up that far?” one person remarked.

Then, there were the lighthearted comments that kept the mood playful:

💬 “Lesson learned: Always be transparent when working behind a glass desk!”

A Familiar Situation What made this moment even more interesting is that it wasn’t the first time Calabrese had experienced such a blunder. In fact, in October 2014, she had another similar mishap when the transparent desk once again caused her to unknowingly reveal her underwear on-air. At the time, she was joined by colleagues Paola Rivetta and Barbara Pedri.

Despite the awkwardness, these incidents prompted a broader conversation about professionalism on live television, especially when it comes to production team responsibilities. Though slip-ups like this can happen, it raised questions about whether adequate precautions were in place to prevent such moments from occurring.

A Lesson in Awareness While the blunder sparked waves of laughter, it also highlighted a key lesson for those working in the public eye: always be aware of your surroundings—especially if your desk is made of glass.

In the years since, this moment has remained a defining part of Costanza Calabrese’s career, but not in the way she likely intended. The incident serves as a reminder to everyone in live television or any public setting to remain mindful of potential mishaps, ensuring that both the presenter and the production team are well-prepared for what could unfold.

Though this particular blunder might have been embarrassing for Calabrese at the time, it became an iconic moment that added a new chapter to the unpredictable world of live TV.